The success of the Junior Achievement programs depends on the efforts of business and community volunteers. These volunteers teach the JA curriculum to students from kindergarten through 12th grade in their classrooms. The classes are taught during the school day and volunteers have the opportunity to select the grade level they prefer. Whole School Sponsorship
Companies can sponsor JA’s Whole School Program by providing the volunteers and the funding necessary to cover the cost of the materials, training, servicing and recruitment of volunteers. Smaller firms may become involved by providing several volunteers and partnering with another firm to reach an entire school. Whole School Sponsorship Levels are:
10-14 classrooms = $ 5,000
15-19 classrooms = $ 7,500
20-29 classrooms = $ 10,000
30-39 classrooms = $ 15,000
40+ classrooms = $ 20,000 A Whole School Sponsorship includes: A financial investment to cover all program materials, training, supplies, staffing and evaluation needed to carry out the programs. A commitment to provide the necessary volunteers to teach the Junior Achievement curriculum in every classroom at the selected school(s). The appointment of a liaison from your organization to work with Junior Achievement staff representatives to coordinate the activities between your organization and the school(s).
Class Sponsorship
For those firms who do not sponsor an entire school, the cost per class sponsorship is $500. This covers the cost to recruit, train, and service volunteers and the cost of the curriculum materials.
Operating Gift
Firms are encouraged to support our programs with a Major Gift Contribution each year, which helps us reach additional students in the firm’s county. Operating gifts usually range from $1,000 to $50,000. Personal Gift
Individuals have the opportunity to give a personal gift to Junior Achievement. Our “Personal Giving Options” flyer details the various ways to make a personal contribution. Recycle for JA
Junior Achievement partners with Recycle Tech Solutions (RTS) to enable organizations to recycle used laser toner cartridges, inkjet printer cartridges, printer maintenance kits, and cell phones. For each product recycled, a financial donation (typically between $1 and $5 per product) is made to Junior Achievement of Chicago from RTS. This donation is tax-deductible for the “Recycle for JA” participating organization. JA Speakers Bureau
Are you looking for a motivational and educational speaker for an upcoming corporate meeting? Do you have a colleague planning a staff retreat or annual conference? Have you been looking for a new training session? Might you need an emcee for an event? We encourage you to consider a speaker from the new Junior Achievement of Chicago Speakers Bureau. Unveiled during the Spring of 2007, the new JA Speakers Bureau hosts a who’s who list of more than 20 of Chicago’s business leaders. Members of this prestigious group are available to speak on a wide variety of topics. The Speakers Bureau is easy to use – simply access the site at http://jachicago.collaborationcentral.net, review the list, select a speaker and contact them about your upcoming event. Speaking fees range from $2,500-$25,000 and are tax-deductible donations to Junior Achievement of Chicago, as each speaker is donating their time and expertise. Bowl-A-Thon
Event Date: continuous (September - June).
This an event is scheduled according to your company’s preference; Junior Achievement support staff is provided. Each bowler secures pledges for their participation. Your company/organization selects a coordinator or team to organize your company's involvement in the event. The Coordinator will be responsible for: attending planning/training meetings, promoting the event within your company, recruiting teams of five bowlers each to participate and working with a representative of Junior Achievement to plan the event. Read more about JA's Bowl-A-Thon. Chicago Business Hall of Fame
Event held: annually, traditionally October (first or second week)
Event held at the Chicago History Museum. Sponsorships range from $2,500 to $25,000; individual tickets can also be purchased. Sponsorships of $5,000 or more include the opportunity to place an advertisement in the program book. Read more about sponsorship opportunities for the Chicago Business Hall of Fame. Day at the Races
Event held: annually, traditionally May (Thursday, during the 2nd or 3rd week)
Held at Arlington Park Racetrack, Junior Achievement of Chicago’s Day at the Races event provides wonderful client and staff recognition opportunities. Funds are raised by suite sponsorships at $7,500 each (for 25 persons), individual ticket sales ($250 each) and proceeds from a live and silent auction. Companies may also donate auction items to the event. For more information, read about JA's Day at the Races. Golf Outing
Event held: annually, traditionally August (first or second week)
This event is held at Cog Hill Golf & Country Club. Companies may purchase foursomes or donate auction items to the event; foursome cost - $5,000/$10,000. Course Sponsorship and Hole Sponsorship opportunities also available. Read more about sponsorship opportunities for JA's Golf Outing.
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