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.

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Junior Achievement of Acadiana Spotlight

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

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

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

Business Hall of Fame 2025

  Where: Rock 'n' Bowl

 When: Tuesday, April 29, 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 29th, 2025.

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Business Hall of Fame 2025

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

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