Junior Achievement USA
AI Summary
Junior Achievement USA is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on empowering youth through educational programs. In 2024, it awarded a total of $10.4 million across 106 grantees, emphasizing a relationship-based engagement model that operates by invitation only. As such, Junior Achievement USA does not accept unsolicited proposals; however, nonprofits interested in funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
JA empowers young people to own their economic success through volunteer-delivered programs which give them knowledge/skills in finan literacy, work readiness & entrepreneurship.
Cause Areas
2
Entrepreneurship
Economics for youth
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
JUNIOR ACHIEVEMENT OF NEW YORK INC
$4.5M
7%
JUNIOR ACHIEVEMENT OF GEORGIA
$4.4M
7%
JUNIOR ACHIEVEMENT OF CHICAGO
$3.1M
5%
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Total No. of Grants
95
Median 1st year grant
$20.9K
Median 2nd year grant
$19.9K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to Junior Achievement USA?
No. Junior Achievement USA does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does Junior Achievement USA give?
Junior Achievement USA primarily gives to organizations located in Indiana, Georgia, and Texas. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are Junior Achievement USA’s grants?
The largest share of grants from Junior Achievement USA fall in the $100 thousand to $250 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $21 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does Junior Achievement USA make each year?
In 2024, Junior Achievement USA awarded about 100 grants, totaling nearly $10.4 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did Junior Achievement USA fund recently?
In 2024, Junior Achievement USA awarded grants to about 110 grantees. Recent grantees include JUNIOR ACHIEVEMENT OF NEW YORK INC, JUNIOR ACHIEVEMENT OF GEORGIA, and JUNIOR ACHIEVEMENT OF CHICAGO. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to Junior Achievement USA?
Junior Achievement USA does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.