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Reimagining Education to Expand Opportunity.

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

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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 Sacramento Spotlight

Calling all JA Alumni!

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Did JA make a difference in your life? Is there a story you want to share about how a JA mentor helped positively influence your life or career? Do you want to re-connect with JA and others who had "the JA experience?"

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Teen Leadership Summit - Think Like an Entrepreneur

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 The University Union at Sacramento State University
 Saturday, November 07, 2026 10:00 AM

Through hands-on activities and connections with local entrepreneurs, business leaders, and community mentors, students will explore the characteristics of successful entrepreneurs, identify their own strengths and interests, and consider how their skills can be used to solve problems and create value. Along the way, they will strengthen their confidence, creativity, teamwork, and leadership abilities.

Held just days before Global Entrepreneurship Week, the summit will celebrate and inspire Sacramento’s next generation of founders, problem-solvers, and changemakers.

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Bank on the Future

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 Jointed Cue Billiards
 Thursday, October 08, 2026 2:00 PM

Bank on the Future is a charity billiards tournament bringing local businesses and community supporters together for friendly competition and meaningful impact. Proceeds will support Junior Achievement of Sacramento’s work helping young people build financial literacy, career readiness, and entrepreneurship skills. Join us as a player, spectator, or sponsor and help raise $10,000 for Sacramento-area students.

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Empower Your Giving with Donor Advised Funds

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Transform lives using your Donor Advised Fund, DAF!

DAFs offer a tax-efficient, flexible, and impactful way to support charitable causes. By contributing to a DAF, you can receive immediate tax benefits, recommend grants over time, and potentially grow your contributions through tax-free investments. DAFs also provide options for anonymity and legacy planning, making them a powerful tool for thoughtful and strategic philanthropy.

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