Junior Achievement & Lemonade Day serving Elkhart County

10/23/2026

Talk about commitment.

Each year, New Prairie United School Corporation coordinates participation from all three of its elementary schools to attend JA BizTown, all while navigating the added challenge of a time zone change.

Anyone who has ever managed buses, schedules, and school calendars knows that's no small task. Yet year after year, New Prairie continues to prioritize real-world learning experiences for their students.

That level of planning and dedication reflects a district-wide commitment to providing meaningful opportunities that connect classroom learning to the real world.

We're grateful for our partnership with New Prairie Schools and are excited to welcome another group of students from Rolling Prairie Elementary School , Prairie View Elementary School and Olive Township Elementary to JA BizTown again this year. Their willingness to go the extra mile, literally and figuratively, speaks volumes about the value they place on preparing students for the future.

10/22/2026

One of the things we love most about working with Triton School Corporation is seeing how their leadership models the values they want students to develop.

Every year, their Superintendent personally drives a bus of volunteers to JA BizTown. It's a small detail that leaves a big impression. When students see community members, educators, and district leaders investing their time to support their learning, it reinforces that they're surrounded by people who believe in their potential.

We're thankful for Triton's continued partnership and excited for another great JA BizTown experience together. Thank you to Junior Achievement serving Marshall County for helping make sure Marshall County students get to experience JA BizTown!

10/20/2026

🎉 Welcome back, Millersburg, New Paris and Benton Elementary from Fairfield Community Schools!
We're excited to welcome 6th grade students to Junior Achievement BizTown® in December as they continue their participation in this hands-on learning experience.
Thank you to our Elkhart County JA Board members and community supporters who help keep JA BizTown a vibrant learning environment for students throughout the year. Their ongoing commitment helps ensure every visit is a great experience for students and educators alike.

10/19/2026

Make a difference in the lives of local students by volunteering with Junior Achievement! Share your time and experience to help prepare the next generation for success.

Sign up today: https://northernindiana.ja.org/volunteer/volunteer-now

10/16/2026

🎉 HAPPY FRIDAY, ELKHART COUNTY! 🎉

As you head into the weekend, we have something we'd love for you to think about… What if just a little of your time could make a BIG difference in a child's future? 💙💛

Junior Achievement is looking for amazing volunteers to join us in classrooms throughout Elkhart County area schools!

* Parents & Grandparents

* Retired Teachers & Educators

* Local Businesses & Employee Teams

* Community Members & Anyone with a Heart for Helping Kids!

YOU can make a difference! 🌟

Through Junior Achievement, volunteers help students learn valuable life skills like managing money, exploring careers, and thinking like entrepreneurs. But even more importantly, you can be the person who inspires a student to dream bigger, believe in themselves, and see what's possible for their future!

✨ The best part?

NO teaching experience needed!
All lessons and materials are provided!
Training and support included!
Flexible volunteer opportunities!
All you need is a little time and a willingness to make a difference. ❤️

📣 So this weekend, consider giving back in a way that truly matters! Whether you're volunteering as an individual or getting your coworkers involved, we'd LOVE to have you join us!

📩 Interested? Let's connect!

Kellie Newcomer

📧 [email protected]

💙 Big futures start with small moments of inspiration. Be that inspiration for a student in Elkhart County!

10/16/2026

🚨 BREAKING NEWS FROM JUNIOR ACHIEVEMENT BIZTOWN: The kids are running the town and the future has never looked brighter!

Talk about starting the 2026–2027 school year with a bang! We had the absolute joy of welcoming back the incredible students from Concord Intermediate School to kick off our 2026-2027 school year. This marks their 5th AMAZING YEAR IN A ROW partnering with JA BizTown!

If you saw the energy, smiles, and big business moves in town this week, you know Concord showed up in a HUGE way:
💼 386 Bright Young Leaders who stepped up as CEOs, bankers, mayors, and business pros
📚 14 Dynamic Classrooms putting real-world financial literacy and teamwork into action
💛 58 Rockstar Volunteers who brought the patience, encouragement, and high-fives that made the magic happen.

To Concord parents: You should be bursting with pride! Watching your kids run businesses, manage budgets, and support each other was why we do what we do here at Junior Achievement.

To our educators, administrators, and volunteers: Thank you for believing in the power of hands-on learning and for five years of unforgettable teamwork. Concord Intermediate, you set the gold standard for how to start a school year! 🌟
Concord Community Schools

10/13/2026

🎉 JA in a Day at York Elementary! 🎉

What an AMAZING day of learning, laughter, and hands-on fun at York Elementary! 💙💚

A HUGE thank you to First State Bank and their incredible team of volunteers who stepped out of their everyday roles and into the classrooms to help bring Junior Achievement lessons to life! 🙌

Through fun, interactive activities, students explored important concepts in financial literacy, career readiness, and entrepreneurship, all while learning from wonderful role models in their community!

We are so grateful to First State Bank for their continued partnership and commitment to making a difference in the lives of local students. Your time, enthusiasm, and willingness to give back truly make an impact! 🌟

And of course, a special thank you to the amazing teachers, staff, and students at York Elementary for welcoming us into your school and making the day such a success!

💙 Great volunteers + Great students + Great community partners = An unforgettable JA in a Day!

10/08/2026

Today is !

A gift through your Donor-Advised Fund helps students gain:

✅ Financial Literacy
✅ Career Readiness
✅ Entrepreneurship Skills
✅ Real-World Learning Experiences

Whether your grant is large or small, your support helps prepare the next generation for success.

Recommend a grant today and help create brighter futures for local students.

Learn more at https://northernindiana.ja.org/donor/opportunity/donor-advised-funds

10/07/2026

Donor-Advised Funds are becoming one of the most popular ways to give.

When you recommend a grant to JA of Northern Indiana, you're helping students develop the skills, confidence, and knowledge they need to succeed in work and life.

Learn more: https://northernindiana.ja.org/donor/opportunity/donor-advised-funds

10/06/2026

Thank you Patty for sharing your time, knowledge and wisdom with the students at Jefferson Elementary. Your support of JA means the world to us and the students of Elkhart County!
Thanks for an amazing day!

Learning about money and careers can start at any age! 💙

Patty Gorostieta, AVP, Mortgage Loan Originator, recently volunteered with Junior Achievement of Northern Indiana at Jefferson Elementary School in Goshen, spending the day with second-grade students as they explored careers, financial literacy, taxes, government and voting through interactive activities.

From making pizza and earning pretend money to learning how taxes support the community and participating in a mock election, the students had plenty of opportunities to learn by doing. 📚💰