JA of Greater Washington Events
At JA of Greater Washington, we host several events throughout the year to raise money to support our programming. These events also engage the community in our efforts to reach students! Whether you'd like to get involved on an individual level or as a business through event sponsorship, we offer several ways for you to support our work while having a great time!
2026 Washington Business Hall of Fame
Junior Achievement’s century-long legacy of connecting what works in business with what works in education is fundamental to both our mission and the Washington Business Hall of Fame program. The Hall of Fame brings together a dynamic collective of leaders and learners through an experience that connects and inspires us all, underpinned by JA’s vision of providing access and opportunity to every student in the region.
2027 Stock Market Challenge
Feel the Rush. Fuel the Future.
Step onto the trading floor and experience the adrenaline of the stock market—without the risk. In this fast-paced simulation, teams start with $500,000 in fictitious stock and compete to build the highest portfolio value. You’ll analyze market trends, make split-second decisions, and test your risk tolerance in a high-energy environment that reinforces teamwork and sharp thinking.
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2026 Stock Market Challenge
Feel the Rush. Fuel the Future.
Step onto the trading floor and experience the adrenaline of the stock market—without the risk. In this fast-paced simulation, teams start with $500,000 in fictitious stock and compete to build the highest portfolio value. You’ll analyze market trends, make split-second decisions, and test your risk tolerance in a high-energy environment that reinforces teamwork and sharp thinking.
2025 Washington Business Hall of Fame
Junior Achievement’s century-long legacy of connecting what works in business with what works in education is fundamental to both our mission and the Washington Business Hall of Fame program. The Hall of Fame brings together a dynamic collective of leaders and learners through an experience that connects and inspires us all, underpinned by JA’s vision of providing access and opportunity to every student in the region.
2024 Washington Business Hall of Fame
The leaders who have built the Washington region into what it is today know that our economic vitality depends on the best in business inspiring the next in business. Every year, a cohort of our most prolific business and community leaders receive the region’s signature lifetime achievement award, joining the more than 180 Laureates in the Washington Business Hall of Fame who serve as role models to the next generation of business leaders.
