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Junior Achievement

Boundless Futures through Education

Junior Achievement of South Dakota is a nonprofit that inspires and prepares young people for success

How you can get started

Junior Achievement of South Dakota 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.

Volunteers

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

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Schools and Parents

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

Schools and Parents, begin here

Partners

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

Partners, begin here

JA of South Dakota Spotlight

Front cover of 2023 JA Impact Report. Junior Achievement Logo,

2023 Impact Report

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2023 Impact Report
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Inspire the next generation of leaders and innovators.

Volunteering with JA

Join over 2,000 dedicated volunteers who impact over 55,000 students in communities across South Dakota. Shape young minds and empower the next generation of community leaders and business owners! Sign up now!

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54754
Students Reached Locally
2022-2023
2458
Classes Locally
2022-2023
1889
Volunteers Locally
2022-2023
194
Schools Reached Locally
2022-2023

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