How You Can Get Started

Junior Achievement of the Desert Southwest 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.

Schools and Parents

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

Schools and Parents, begin here

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

Partners

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

Partners, begin here

Post-High School

Post-high school programming offers unparalleled opportunities to learn, grow, and thrive in today's ever-evolving world.

Students, Begin Here

JA of the Desert Southwest Spotlight

Calling all JA Alumni!

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?"

Learn about JA Alumni

Become a JA Coach

Become a JA Workforce coach and work one-on-one with a young adult to build the skills and motivation needed to find employment or return to school.

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Become a JA Coach

2025 JA Stock Market Challenge presented by Marathon

  Where: Starlight Event Center

 When: Wednesday, September 24, 2025 9:30 AM

Help Empower the Next Generation of Investors!
Junior Achievement of the Desert Southwest is excited to bring the 2025 JA Stock Market Challenge presented by Marathon to local high school students, and we invite you to be part of the excitement! This fast-paced, interactive competition gives students hands-on experience with stock trading while teaching them how the market works, how current events impact investments, and why financial literacy matters.

By partnering with us, you’re helping students build the skills and confidence they need for a successful financial future.

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2025 JA Stock Market Challenge presented by Marathon

2025 JA Investor Showdown

  Where: Starlight Event Center

 When: Tuesday, September 23, 2025 4:30 PM

Step into the world of high-energy stock trading at the JA Investor Showdown, a fast-paced simulation where anyone can compete, connect, and make a difference. Proceeds support student participation in the JA Stock Market Challenge and help fund travel to the national competition. Whether you're a seasoned investor or just in it for the fun, this event is your chance to support local youth and experience the thrill of the market!

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2025 JA Investor Showdown

11260

Students Reached Locally
2023-2024

552

Classes Locally
2023-2024

495

Volunteers Locally
2023-2024

58

Schools Reached Locally
2023-2024

47401

Contact Hours Locally
2023-2024

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