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Junior Achievement

Boundless Futures through Education

Junior Achievement of Acadiana is a nonprofit that inspires and prepares young people for success

How you can get started

Junior Achievement of Acadiana provides several ways that you can get involved whether you're someone looking to volunteer, part of a district or school looking for educational materials, or part of a business looking to help us expand the reach of our mission.

Volunteers

In-person or Virtual you can Volunteer with Junior Achievement and make a profound difference in the youth of our community.

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Schools and Parents

Junior Achievement provides activities, guides, thought leadership and lots of additional resources to support learning.

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Partners

Junior Achievement partners with corporations and individuals to fund the programs that are delivered to our local students.

Partners, begin here

Junior Achievement of Acadiana Spotlight

View the details for Business Hall of Fame 2025

Business Hall of Fame 2025

  Where: Rock 'n' Bowl
 When: Tuesday, April 22, 2025 5:30 PM

Junior Achievement of Acadiana, in partnership with First Horizon Bank, is pleased to present the 29th annual Business Hall of Fame. This esteemed and storied event honors excellence in business and the leaders that make these businesses so successful. Event to be held on Tuesday, April 22nd, 2025.

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Business Hall of Fame 2025
View the details for Kings of Swing 2025

Kings of Swing 2025

  Where: TopGolf of Lafayette
 When: Thursday, October 23, 2025 3:00 PM

Business leaders bring their competitive spirit and passion for supporting educational mentoring through JA by challenging other leaders in this business-to-business competition. The event is great for networking and client relationships. There will be team elimination until the top team is crowned the Kings of Swing!

Thank you to our presenting sponsor the First National Bank of Jeanerette.

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Kings of Swing 2025
View the details for JA Mentoring Men-Acadiana

JA Mentoring Men-Acadiana

  Where: SoLAcc or Acadiana area
 When: Thursday, November 14, 2024 8:00 AM

Becoming a JA Mentoring Men Ambassador Today!

JA Mentoring Men is a program aimed at introducing more men to Junior Achievement and inspiring and supporting JA boys through special mentoring initiatives. We strive to create a support network for young men, helping them prepare for life after high school by building their confidence and skills for career, business, and financial empowerment.

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JA Mentoring Men-Acadiana
View the details for JA Leading Ladies - Acadiana

JA Leading Ladies - Acadiana

  Where: SoLAcc or Acadiana area
 When: Tuesday, November 12, 2024 8:00 AM

Become a Leading Ladies Ambassador TODAY!

Focusing on boosting confidence and empowering teens to take charge of their financial and career futures, JA Leading Ladies mentors share their professional experiences to inspire and guide.

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JA Leading Ladies - Acadiana
10621
Students Reached Locally
2023-2024
300
Classes Locally
2023-2024
225
Volunteers Locally
2023-2024
23
Schools Reached Locally
2023-2024
31805
Contact Hours Locally
2023-2024

Select a button below to see how you or your organization can get involved with Junior Achievement of Acadiana.

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