Boundless Futures through Education

Junior Achievement of North Central Michigan is a nonprofit that inspires and prepares young people for success

How you can get started

Junior Achievement of North Central Michigan provides several ways that you can get involved whether you're someone looking to volunteer, part of a district or school looking for educational materials, or part of a business looking to help us expand the reach of our mission.

Schools and Parents

Junior Achievement provides activities, guides, thought leadership and lots of additional resources to support learning.

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Volunteers

In-person or Virtual you can Volunteer with Junior Achievement and make a profound difference in the youth of our community.

Volunteers, begin here

Partners

Junior Achievement partners with corporations and individuals to fund the programs that are delivered to our local students.

Partners, begin here

Junior Achievement of North Central Michigan Spotlight

JA Business Hall of Fame - Fall

Where: The H Hotel

When: Thursday, October 02, 2025 5:00 PM

We invite you to join us in celebrating the outstanding accomplishments of the 2025 Hall of Fame Laureates—individuals whose contributions have made a significant and lasting impact.

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JA Business Hall of Fame - Fall

Unlocking the Power of Experiential Learning: Preparing Students for the Future of Work

In today’s rapidly evolving workforce, traditional classroom instruction alone is no longer enough. Employers increasingly seek individuals with not just technical knowledge, but also adaptability, critical thinking, collaboration, and real-world problem-solving skills. This is where experiential learning steps in, and why Junior Achievement (JA) plays a vital role in reshaping how young people prepare for their futures.

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Back to School: Are Teens Being Left Behind on AI?

As students head back to the classroom this fall, new insights from Junior Achievement reveal a growing disconnect between the skills today’s teens need and what they’re learning in school. In a recent national survey conducted by Big Village for Junior Achievement, 64% of teens (ages 13–17) said they are not using AI as a learning tool at school. This comes at a time when AI is rapidly reshaping industries, changing the ways we work, communicate, and solve problems.

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