How you can get started

Junior Achievement of Kansas 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.

Volunteers, begin here

Schools and Parents

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

Schools and Parents, begin here

Partners

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

Partners, begin here

JA of Kansas Spotlight

Skills to Achieve

  Where: Washburn TECH

 When: Thursday, October 06, 2022 9:00 AM

Join us at Washburn TECH to discover your pathway from high school to career. Open to all Juniors and Seniors in high school, we'll take a look at the career paths in automotive and diesel repair, construction, early childhood education and healthcare. Also, take part in soft skills training on resume writing, interviewing skills, communication and what the right career might be for you.

To get your high school involved, contact Colleen Bisel at colleen@kansasja.org.

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Skills to Achieve

Lawrence Bowl-A-Thon 2022

  Where: Royal Crest Lanes

 When: Friday, October 14, 2022 4:00 PM

Join us at Royal Crest Lanes on October 14-16 for a FUN filled weekend of bowling, retro costume contests, 50/50 raffles and prizes! There are 3 Days to choose from with many different bowling times available.

Want to find out all the details? Join us for our Retro Bowl Kickoff Luncheon on Tuesday, August 23 from 12:00-1:00 at Wayne & Larry's Bar and Grill to get all the important information to form your teams. Contact JA at debbie@kansasja.org to RSVP for the luncheon by Friday, August 19th!

All proceeds raised will help Lawrence JA provide educational programs for the children in Douglas County!

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Lawrence Bowl-A-Thon 2022

Wichita Pickleball Tournament 2022

  Where: Chicken N Pickle

 When: Saturday, October 15, 2022 11:00 AM

Pickle ballers rejoice! The 2nd Annual JA Wichita Pickle Ball Tournament is coming to Chicken N Pickle on October 15. Make sure to update your calendar and be ready to play!

Get your team of 2 ready to register as we only have room for 24 teams!

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Wichita Pickleball Tournament 2022

Topeka Derby Auction

  Where: Bettis Sports Complex Event Center

 When: Thursday, October 27, 2022 5:00 PM

Enjoy an evening of mint juleps, experiences and wooden horse racing!

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Topeka Derby Auction

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Students Reached Nationally
2016-2017

208373

Classes Nationally
2016-2017

247350

Volunteers Nationally
2016-2017

21503

Schools Reached Nationally
2016-2017

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

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