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One-Third of College Freshmen Have Less than $1,000 in College Savings; Neither High School nor College Students are Prepared to Manage the Cost of College
By JA of Greater Washington
Financial Literacy
According to a new survey conducted on behalf of Junior Achievement USA and Rhode Island-based Citizens Bank, a troubling majority of high school juniors (52%), high school seniors (39%) and college freshman (34%) say they are unprepared for managing and paying for the cost of...
Junior Achievement Named "Organization of the Year" by the Institute for Financial Literacy
By JA of Greater Washington
Financial Literacy
The Institute for Financial Literacy, a nonprofit 501(c)(3) tax exempt organization whose mission is to promote effective financial education and counseling, is pleased to announce the winners of the 2018 Excellence In Financial Literacy Education (EIFLE) Awards which were presented today at a ceremony during the Annual Conference on Financial Education in Orlando,...
Financial Literacy Month Survey: Only Half of Teens Say Gaining Financial Independence from Parents is a Goal for the Future
By JA of Greater Washington
Financial Literacy
A new survey by Junior Achievement USA and AIG finds that only half of teens cite becoming financially independent of parents as one of their future goals. The 2018 JA Teens & Personal Finance Survey offers insight into how this generation is thinking about and planning for their financial future while emphasizing the value of financial literacy and personal finance...
The Greene Turtle Joins Forces with JA as Dining Out Storefront Partner at JA Finance Park Montgomery County
By JA of Greater Washington
Corporate Responsibility
The Greene Turtle has joined the growing list of Storefront Partners to commit to inspiring students at the forthcoming JA Finance Park Montgomery County. The Greene Turtle will serve as the Dining Out Storefront Partner at the new...
Junior Achievement of Greater Washington Earns Coveted 4-Star Rating From Charity Navigator
By JA of Greater Washington
Corporate Responsibility
Junior Achievement of Greater Washington’s strong financial health and commitment to accountability and transparency have earned it a 4-star rating from Charity Navigator, America’s largest independent charity evaluator. This is the fourth consecutive time that Junior Achievement of Greater Washington has earned this top...
JA Hero Volunteer Teaches Lessons in Love and Life
By JA of Greater Washington
Corporate Responsibility
When Marcie Leggett enters a room, her electric smile infects others almost instantly. When she speaks, her confident demeanor and Southern charm attracts attention and admiration from anyone who listens.
Leggett's advice for the next generation reflects her passion for giving back and loving others:
"Always, always make time to give yourself to others and to causes that you are passionate...
2017 JA Entrepreneurship Summit Partner Competes on ABC’s 'Shark Tank'
By JA of Greater Washington
Entrepreneurship
On Sunday, Feb. 11, 2018, SUNNIVA Super Coffee, JA's 2017 Entrepreneurship Summit business partner, appeared on ABC's hit TV show "Shark...
Junior Achievement to Receive Programatic Support from TD Ameritrade
By JA of Greater Washington
Corporate Responsibility
TD Ameritrade and JA USA are partnering once again to invest in America’s youth. By continuing their support for Junior Achievement, TD Ameritrade has reaffirmed their commitment to empowering future...
The Arlington Catholic Herald: Students spend a ‘day of adulthood’ at Finance Park
By JA of Greater Washington
Financial Literacy
Paying bills, budgeting and taking out a loan is a ton of fun. At least, that's what middle school students think after spending a day at Junior Achievement Finance Park in Fairfax. For weeks ahead of the field trip, students learn about personal finance. Then, their skills are tested at the...
JA awarded $20,000 from the Comcast Foundation for Communications Storefront Partnership at JA Finance Park Prince George's County
By JA of Greater Washington
Corporate Responsibility
The Comcast Foundation recently announced that it has awarded $265,000 in grants to 16 nonprofit organizations across the Washington, D.C. metro area in 2017. The grants help grow the impact of programs aimed at expanding digital literacy, promoting service and mentoring tomorrow’s...