Junior Achievement of Sacramento

05/29/2026

When education and industry come together, students benefit most.

JA’s partnerships help bridge the gap between classroom learning and real-world application, preparing young people to succeed in a changing economy.

05/28/2026

💡 Got big ideas?
🚀 Ready to turn them into something real - for FREE?

This summer, high school students from across Sacramento are coming together for Idea to Income: JA Be Entrepreneurial Startup Lab — a 2-day entrepreneurship experience at Golden 1 Center.

✨ Build business ideas
✨ Solve real-world challenges
✨ Collaborate with other students
✨ Learn from entrepreneurs

Whether you already have a business idea or just want to explore your creativity, leadership, and future career goals — this is for YOU.

📍 Golden 1 Center
📅 July 27–28, 2026
🎟️ Spots are limited!

Ready to turn your ideas into income?
Register now at https://tinyurl.com/yx9h4jmp

Turn your ideas into real-world business concepts through hands-on challenges, creative problem solving, mentorship, and entrepreneurial experiences.When: Mo...

05/25/2026

Today, we pause to honor and remember those who have served and sacrificed for our country. 🇺🇸

Junior Achievement of Sacramento is deeply grateful for the strength of our communities, the dedication of educators, and the commitment of our volunteers who continue to inspire and empower the next generation. Your impact builds brighter futures every day.

Wishing everyone a meaningful and reflective Memorial Day.

05/22/2026

🎼 Memorrrieesss 🎼 What an incredible day yesterday at the Metro EDGE Emerge Summit! 🌟

A huge thank you to Metro EDGE and the Sacramento Metro Chamber for hosting such an inspiring event that brought together passionate young professionals, leaders, and changemakers from across our region.

Junior Achievement of Sacramento was honored to host the breakout session, 'Volunteerism as a Path to Career Growth,' and be part of the conversation around leadership, service, and community impact.

🙌 Special thank you to Chris Marshall, Laura Good of StartupSac and Tiffany Fraser of Street Soccer USA for bringing such engaging insights and energy to our panel discussion!

We’d love to stay connected with everyone we met yesterday. If you’re interested in making a difference, join us in helping teach students - from South Sacramento to the Oregon border - about financial literacy, entrepreneurship, and career readiness.

Get involved with JA Sac today! https://sacramento.ja.org/get-involved/index

05/21/2026

🌟 TOMORROW! Join us at the Metro EDGE Emerge Summit — the West Coast’s premier event for young professionals.

Don’t miss our breakout session:
✨ Volunteerism as a Path to Career Growth
🕐 1:45–2:45 PM | Harlow’s Patio

Moderated by Junior Achievement of Sacramento's Jaimie Asakawa, Director of Marketing & Strategic Parnetships, this dynamic panel will feature:
• Christopher Marshall, President & CEO, Junior Achievement of Sacramento
• Tiffany Fraser, Chief of Staff, Street Soccer USA
• Laura Good, Co-Founder & CEO, StartupSac

The discussion will focus on how volunteerism can open doors, build leadership skills, and accelerate career growth.

See you there, Sacramento!

05/20/2026

Graduation marks the end of one chapter, and the beginning of a future filled with opportunity.

Junior Achievement helps ensure students cross that stage with the confidence and skills to turn their ambitions into action.

05/18/2026

🎉 Sacramento students are heading to the national stage! Future Bound by Junior Achievement is coming to Boston, MA in June 2026 — and it’s Bound to Be Brilliant. 🌟

We’re proud to announce that high school students from Visions In Education Charter School and El Camino Fundamental High School will represent Junior Achievement of Sacramento at this national conference and competition experience, where they’ll compete alongside students from across the country in entrepreneurship, business strategy, innovation, and financial literacy challenges.

Future Bound brings together students, mentors, educators, and industry leaders for a one-of-a-kind experience designed to inspire the next generation of entrepreneurs and changemakers. 🚀

👏 Join us in cheering on these incredible student leaders as they take Sacramento innovation to the national stage!

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05/18/2026

The connection between education and economic opportunity is evolving. Today, preparing students for what’s next takes more than academic achievement alone.

Early access to financial literacy, career-connected learning, and entrepreneurial experiences helps students build the confidence and real-world skills needed to navigate their futures and thrive in a changing workforce.

Our latest blog explores how these experiences help bridge the gap between classroom learning and long-term economic success.

Read more: https://bit.ly/4f0wZBl