Junior Achievement of Washington

We’re grateful for a fantastic statewide board meeting and day of service on June 10th!

Thank you to our Board Members for your commitment to making a meaningful difference in students’ lives. Your leadership and vision continue to move our mission forward and strengthen opportunities for young people across Washington.

Because of your support, great things are happening at Junior Achievement of Washington!

The Junior Achievement “Building Your Future Career” Town Hall was a great success! Students from Kopachuck Middle School had the opportunity to hear directly from an outstanding panel of business and civic leaders, gaining valuable career insights and inspiration for their futures. Panelists included Senator Claire Wilson, Washington State 30th Legislative District, Erik Nordstrom, Nordstrom, Co-Chief Executive Officer, Jasmine Donovan, Dick’s Drive-In Restaurant, President & CEO, and moderator Natalie Vega O’Neil, Junior Achievement of Washington, President & CEO. Experiences like this help bring learning to life and empower the next generation to dream big.

Thank you to the business professionals who came together for an evening of great food, drinks, and connection at the Eastern Washington Stock Market Challenge Bull & Bear Soirée!

Through Junior Achievement, students from kindergarten through 12th grade gain essential skills in financial literacy, career readiness, and entrepreneurship. We believe in the power of “possible,” and every day we’re working to help young people discover what’s possible in their own lives.

Additionally, thank you to our sponsors BECU, First Interstate Bank, The Insurance Guys, and Washington Trust Bank!

🌟 Looking for a fun, educational, and inspiring summer experience for your student? 🌟

📢 Junior Achievement of Washington Summer Camps are coming to Auburn!
📅 July 27–31, 2026
📍 Auburn, WA

We’re offering two exciting camp experiences:
✅ JA BizTown for students entering grades 4–6 - register here: https://washington.ja.org/events/2026-ja-biztown-summer-camp
✅ JA Finance Park for students entering grades 7–9 - register here: https://washington.ja.org/events/2026-ja-finance-academy-summer-camp

Each camp brings learning to life through:
💰 Financial Literacy
💼 Leadership Skills
🚀 Entrepreneurship
🎯 And plenty of FUN!

Give your student the chance to build confidence, explore new ideas, and develop real-world skills that will last a lifetime.

🎟️ Spots are limited—sign up today!

🎉 COMING SOON: Sound Credit Union is growing their impact with a new presence in JA Finance Park—building on their existing JA BizTown storefront!
We’re so grateful for their continued partnership in helping students build real-world financial skills and confidence for the future. 👏

We were honored to welcome Washington State Representative Deb Manjarrez to Mobile Finance Park this week!

Students from Toppen*sh Middle School experienced JA Mobile Finance Park in action—moving from classroom learning into a hands-on simulation where they stepped into real-world roles, managed budgets, and made everyday financial decisions.

These experiences build the confidence and skills students need to make informed choices, pursue future careers, and strengthen their communities.

Thank you, Representative Manjarrez, for your support of students and communities across Washington!

Shoutout to Wells Fargo for bringing JA to life through your incredible volunteer leadership! 🙌 Your partnership and hands-on engagement are turning support into meaningful, real-world impact for students. 💼✨