Reimagining Education to Expand Opportunity.

We are creating access to opportunity-filled futures through real-world and immersive experiences.

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Our Solutions. Backed By Research.

Junior Achievement delivers integrated education solutions that holistically combine academic instruction, real-world application, and community collaboration into a unified, scalable model that transforms education for students. Our solutions don't just expose students to ideas about the future — they help students clearly connect what they are learning today to where they want to go tomorrow.

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An Undeniable Link Between Education and Success.

Junior Achievement designs learning experiences with the end in mind: real outcomes for students. Our experiences don't just expose young people to ideas about the future — they help students clearly connect what they are learning today to where they want to go tomorrow in a measurable way.

The JA Difference

The Economy is Rapidly Evolving.

Our approach is built on more than preparing students, we strengthen the entire education-to-workforce ecosystem. Through strategic partnerships, innovative learning experiences, and outcomes-based design, we help students build the skills, confidence, and connections they need to succeed while strengthening schools, workforces, and the communities we serve.

JA of Greater Hampton Roads Spotlight

BUSINESS PARTNERS IN EDUCATION

Partner with Junior Achievement to inspire Hampton Roads students to reach new heights! Support Junior Achievement of Greater Hampton Roads programming by funding a classroom, grade level or school.

Contact Natalie Ashcraft to create a customized sponsorship opportunity, natalie.ashcraft@ja.org.

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Support the JAGHR 60th Anniversary Fund

The 60th Anniversary Fund is intended to support long-term capacity building and help position Junior Achievement for future growth and impact, rather than routine operating expenses. This fund will advance leadership, infrastructure, and strategic initiatives intended to strengthen outcomes for young people across Hampton Roads.

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Volunteer Ready Hub

Be the Difference a Kid Remembers!

Every kid needs someone who believes in them — someone who shows up and says, "I think you can do this." As a Junior Achievement volunteer, you can be that person for a student right here in Hampton Roads.

It doesn't take a teaching degree or a ton of time. It just takes someone willing to share a little of themselves — their experience, their encouragement, their time — to help a young person see a future full of possibility. Whether it's an hour in the classroom or a virtual session, the impact lasts far longer than the visit itself.

Volunteering with Junior Achievement gives you a sense of pride, purpose, and fulfillment — and in the process, it changes lives.

Come volunteer with Junior Achievement of Greater Hampton Roads. Give a little time. Change a young person's whole outlook.

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