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Junior Achievement of Northern Nevada 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.
Educators
Junior Achievement provides activities, guides, thought leadership and lots of additional resources to support learning.
Volunteers
In-person or Virtual you can Volunteer with Junior Achievement and make a profound difference in the youth of our community.
Impact Partners
Junior Achievement partners with corporations and individuals to fund the programs that are delivered to our local students.
Junior Achievement of Northern Nevada Spotlight
What a Donation to Junior Achievement does for our Community
Donating to Junior Achievement of Northern Nevada empowers local youth by funding hands-on educational programs that build financial literacy, work readiness, and entrepreneurial skills for K–12 students. Each year, around 13,000 students across the region benefit from engaging, real-world learning experiences and career exploration events led by community volunteers, business professionals, and educators. These programs foster confidence, teach essential life and job skills, and inspire students from all backgrounds to envision a successful future. Your support helps build a stronger local workforce, promotes economic equity, and creates lasting connections between students and their community. By investing in Junior Achievement, you are investing in the next generation of leaders, entrepreneurs, and informed citizens—ultimately strengthening the economic and social fabric of Northern Nevada.
Coming Soon Junior Achievement BizTown
Junior Achievement's BizTown is a hands-on educational program designed to provide young students with a simulated real-world experience of running a town and its businesses. In this interactive learning environment, students take on various roles such as business owners, employees, and consumers, allowing them to develop essential skills in financial literacy, entrepreneurship, and teamwork. They operate their own businesses, manage finances, and make economic decisions, gaining practical knowledge about economics and the business world while having fun in a safe and educational setting. Junior Achievement's BizTown is a valuable program that helps prepare students for future success in the world of work and commerce.
Nazir and Mary Ansari Business Leaders Award
In honor of Drs. Nazir and Mary Ansari's exceptional service to the business community, Junior Achievement of Northern Nevada will recognize business leaders at the annual Hall of Fame Gala with the Mary and Nazir Ansari Business Leaders Award beginning in 2021.
Nazir and Mary Ansari Business Leaders Award
Fairways to Financial Literacy 2026 Golf Tournament
The Junior Achievement Golf Tournament, Fairways to Financial Futures, is an annual fundraising event supporting financial literacy education for local youth. This year, the tournament will be held at the incredible Toiyabe Golf Club in Washoe Valley and will take place on May 29, 2026.
Fairways to Financial Literacy 2026 Golf Tournament
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