Junior Achievement of Greater Cleveland

08/10/2026

⛳ Sunshine, great swings, and an even greater cause!

Our Annual Junior Board Golf Invitational at Highland Park Golf Course was a tremendous success, and we're feeling incredibly grateful for everyone who made it happen.

A huge thank you to our Dinner Sponsor, KeyBank, and Drink Sponsor, Tempo Wealth, for helping make the day possible. We're also thankful for our Junior Board, sponsors, and golfers whose support fuels opportunities for students across our community.

Every foursome, sponsorship, and contribution helps create brighter futures for the young people we serve. Thank you for investing in their success! 💙

Special thanks to:
Barnes Wendling CPAs
CF Bank
CH Porter Consulting
Connections in Ohio
Edgewater Capital
En Garde Deer Defense
ERIEBANK
MAI Capital
Pearl Property Solutions
PNC Bank
Wells Fargo
CH Porter Consulting

08/06/2026

Can schools prepare students for jobs that don't exist yet?

It's one of education's biggest challenges, and today's teens are thinking about it, too.
Our newest survey with Ipsos found that students are optimistic about the future, but they also want learning that prepares them for a rapidly changing world. The findings offer an important look at how students view AI, career readiness, and experiential learning.

Discover more about the survey: https://bit.ly/4vZZx30

Majority feel their schools are doing a good job of preparing them for financial success and a world changed by AI, though many still harbor concerns about how AI will impact their future job prospects.

08/04/2026

This isn't just another raffle. It's Cleveland's ultimate ticket!

One winner. Two tickets. A year of sports, Broadway, and unforgettable memories—all while supporting the next generation of Northeast Ohio students.

One lucky winner will receive two tickets to:

🏈 Cleveland Browns — Full Season
⚾ Cleveland Guardians — Half Season
🏀 Cleveland Cavaliers — Half Season
🏒 Cleveland Monsters — Half Season
🎭 Playhouse Square Broadway Series

🚨 Only 1,000 tickets will be sold. Who are you bringing with you when you win? Tag them below!

https://cleveland.ja.org/events/2026-golden-ticket-raffle

07/30/2026

Round up your purchase at Staples to help kids get access to mentorship and career skills.

Everything on your list, plus a little extra impact ✨Shop back to school deals at Staples all season long (hello, 25¢ supplies), while giving back to kids in your local community.

Learn more about our partnership here: http://bit.ly/4wQc6OS

07/21/2026

You're invited to our Volunteer Kickoff at the new JA Experiential Learning Center!

Join us on August 27 from 4:00–6:00 p.m. for an opportunity to experience a mini Finance Park simulation, tour the facility, connect with fellow volunteers and community leaders, and learn how you can help empower local students through real-world learning experiences.

🔗 Register today: https://cleveland.ja.org/events/volunteer-kickoff

07/13/2026

🎉 Please join us in welcoming Tanya Wisniewski as the new Chair of the Board of Directors for Junior Achievement of Greater Cleveland!

A Partner at EY and a dedicated JA volunteer and board member, Tanya brings a deep commitment to our mission and to the Cleveland community. We're excited for her leadership as we continue inspiring and preparing young people for success.

Learn more about Tanya and her journey with JA: https://bit.ly/4wAXpPS

Congratulations, Tanya, on this well-deserved role!

07/10/2026

We're beyond proud to announce that our President, Al DiFranco, has been named a finalist for the 2026 Karl Flemke Pioneer Achievement Award, a national recognition honoring outstanding first-time JA presidents.

Under Al's leadership, our organization has experienced unprecedented growth, expanding our impact to nearly 18,000 students annually while bringing Northeast Ohio's first JA Experiential Learning Center to life—a historic achievement for our region.

"We are building something special in Greater Cleveland," said Al. "I am grateful to my colleagues in the Junior Achievement family for helping us on our journey."

What makes this recognition especially meaningful is that it reflects the collective efforts of our staff, board members, volunteers, educators, partners, and this community. Together, we're helping young people build the skills, confidence, and mindset they need to succeed.

Congratulations, Al! We're grateful for your leadership and excited to see the impact continue. 👏

Read more about this recognition: https://bit.ly/4ftsFKM

07/09/2026

There’s still time to take advantage of our Early Bird Special for the JAGC Golden Ticket Raffle—but not for much longer...

🎟️ 3 entries for $100 through July 11
After that, entries are $50 each.

Every ticket purchased helps Junior Achievement of Greater Cleveland provide K–12 students with critical learning experiences in financial literacy, career readiness, and entrepreneurship—equipping them with the skills and confidence to succeed in school, work, and life.

Support the future while giving yourself a chance to win big.
💡 Invest in students.
🏆 Win big.
⏰ Enter before the Early Bird deadline passes.

-> https://bit.ly/43S0DlI

07/07/2026

Ohio now requires students to complete a semester-long financial literacy course to graduate—a meaningful step toward preparing them for real-world financial decisions.

Educators, we get it. The challenge is finding the time, resources, and curriculum to do it well. That’s where Junior Achievement comes in!

Our no-cost curriculum aligns with Ohio’s financial literacy standard. It is fully designed to support teachers and equip students with the knowledge they need to move forward with confidence and stay on track for graduation. 🎓

If you’re exploring how to bring this to your classroom, connect with Wendy Mark at [email protected]

07/02/2026

Proud to support Junior Achievement of Greater Cleveland at this year’s Bowlathon!

Team MAI hit the lanes to help raise money for JA programs that empower students with financial literacy, career readiness, and entrepreneurship skills. A big thank you to our bowlers — Tyler Colton, Kelley Drumm, Paul Yanke, and Nicole Zidlicky — for representing MAI and supporting such an impactful organization.