Junior Achievement of Central Maryland, Inc.

Junior Achievement of Central Maryland (JA) is dedicated to inspiring and preparing young people to succeed in a global economy. Through a dedicated volunteer network, Junior Achievement provides in-school and after-school programs for kindergarten through 12th grade students which focus on work readiness, entrepreneurship and financial literacy.

Founded in 1957, the non-profit organization annually serves more than 30,000 students throughout Central Maryland. JA programs are taught by volunteers in Allegany, Anne Arundel, Baltimore, Carroll, Frederick, Garrett, Harford, Howard, Kent, Queen Anne's and Washington counties and Baltimore City.