Junior Achievement of the Palm Beaches & Treasure Coast

09/15/2026

Single tickets are officially ON SALE for Laugh Your A$$ets Off, and we owe a massive thank you to the incredible sponsors making this night possible!

Our sponsors are doing far more than supporting a night of comedy and networking. Their generous backing fuels Junior Achievement programs that deliver real economic mobility, financial literacy, and career readiness to students across Palm Beach and the Treasure Coast.

🌟 Presenting Sponsor:
Stiles-Nicholson Foundation

🍸 Cocktail Sponsors:
Lesser, Landy, Smith & Siegel PLLC
Comcast

🏷️ Auction Sponsors:
Florida Atlantic University
CIBC Private Wealth
Marine Industries Association of Palm Beach County, Inc.
PNC
Cornerstone Solutions

Thanks to these incredible corporate and community champions, guests will enjoy a top-tier comedy lineup, craft cocktails and food pairings, high-value networking, and an exclusive live and silent auction.

📅 Event Details:
Date: Thursday, October 22, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM
Location: Paddock Restaurant at Palm Beach Kennel Club (1111 N. Congress Avenue, West Palm Beach, FL 33409)

Stand alongside our sponsors and support local students by securing your single tickets today: tinyurl.com/JALYAO

09/14/2026

From future chefs to future surgeons, the next generation in Palm Beach and Martin counties is dreaming BIG!

Our elementary career exploration events give young students a first look at what is possible for their futures, and we need YOU to help bring those opportunities to life.

We are recruiting volunteers across Palm Beach & Martin counties to visit classrooms, share their career stories, and inspire local students to reach their full potential.

It only takes a couple of hours to make a difference that lasts a lifetime!

🔗 Tap the link in our bio to learn more and sign up as a JA Volunteer today!

09/11/2026

We are thrilled to congratulate our longtime partners at the Florida Atlantic University Stiles-Nicholson Brain Institute on receiving the Innovation Award from the Palm Beach Illustrated Education Awards.

It is a privilege to work alongside researchers who are actively shaping and inspiring the scientists of tomorrow!

We were honored for MobileMinds to be recognized last night with the Innovation Award at Palm Beach Illustrated Education Awards reception!

The mission of MobileMinds is to give every child the chance to discover that a scientist is something they could actually become. We have already introduced more than 27,000 students to the wonders of human brain -- and we are just getting started 🧠🔬

Thank you to Palm Beach Illustrated's readers for voting! And many thanks to Palm Beach Illustrated for helping us share our story with our Palm Beach County community💙

09/11/2026

High school leaders today. Mentors for life tomorrow.

Our JA High School Heroes program brings learning to life by placing high school students directly into local elementary classrooms!

As High School Heroes, teenagers build real-world leadership, communication, and presentation skills. At the same time, elementary students get inspiring, relatable mentors who make financial literacy and hands-on learning fun!

It creates a powerful ripple effect, building confidence, capability, and connections for every student involved.

09/10/2026

BIZTOWN IS BACK!

Our JA Programs team has been putting in some serious miles traveling all around the county! 🚗💨

We have been visiting our amazing pilot schools to get teachers and students ready for the big day.

During these training visits, schools get a full preview of the JA BizTown curriculum to be implemented in the classroom and what to expect when they step into their roles as young professionals and citizens at their simulation.

Shoutout to our stops so far on the JA BizTown Roadtrip!
📌 Glade View Elementary
📌 Gove Elementary
📌 Belle Glade Elementary
📌 Frontier Elementary
📌 Hope Centennial Elementary
📌 Diamond View Elementary
📌 Citrus Cove Elementary
📌 Freedom Shores Elementary

Our roadtrip will continue in the coming weeks, and we cannot wait to add even more pushpins to our map!

09/09/2026

90% of children born in the 1940s earned more than their parents. Today, only 50% do.
45% Decline: Intergenerational economic mobility in the U.S. has dropped by 45% over recent decades.
90%+ Gap: Over 90% of education leaders agree there is a disconnect between standard K-12 education and essential real-world skills.

At Junior Achievement of the Palm Beaches & Treasure Coast, we bridge this gap.
Through hands-on community simulations, we teach local students financial literacy, work readiness, and entrepreneurship. We are giving young people the tools to rewrite their economic trajectory and build sustainable futures.
By investing in practical education today, we ensure greater economic mobility tomorrow.

Join us in empowering the next generation: JuniorAchievement.com

09/08/2026

Be the difference. Inspire the future.

A few hours of your time can open a world of possibility for a student in our community! From hands-on simulations at JA BizTown® to career discovery fairs, Junior Achievement makes giving back simple, engaging, and deeply rewarding.
No teaching background required!

Ways to serve:
🔍 Elementary JA Career Exploration Fairs
🏙️ JA BizTown®
🧭 JA Inspire® Middle School Expo
💼 High School JA Career Exploration Fairs

Ready to empower tomorrow's leaders? Tap the link in our bio to view our volunteer calendar and claim your spot today!

🔗 tinyurl.com/JAPBTCVolunteer

09/07/2026

A great morning for an even greater cause! 💜

We were proud to sponsor breakfast for Junior Achievement’s Opening Day at Cacti Ballpark, helping fuel a morning with more than 150 attendees.

Supporting organizations that make a difference in our community is always something worth showing up for, and we were so happy to contribute with a breakfast spread for the occasion. 🥐🍳

From community events to corporate gatherings and everything in between, we love bringing good food to the table.

Thank you, Junior Achievement, for letting us be a small part of such a special morning! 💜

09/07/2026

From healthcare workers and first responders to trade professionals and entrepreneurs, it takes a whole community of dedicated individuals to build a brighter future.

Today, Junior Achievement of the Palm Beaches & Treasure Coast honors the incredible workforce keeping our region strong, and the students in our programs preparing to build tomorrow’s possibilities.

Happy Labor Day!

09/04/2026

to last week’s Opening Day for Opportunity at CACTI Park!

When over 150 leaders gather with a shared mission, real change happens. Watching the "lightbulb moments" happen when local students discover their future career paths is why we do this work. From learning to write a first check to unlocking STEM careers, Junior Achievement is bridging the gap between classroom learning and real-world success right here in Palm Beach County and the Treasure Coast.

Special thanks to our partners who made the morning unforgettable:
CACTI Park of the Palm Beaches for hosting us on the 3rd Base Party Deck and providing exclusive behind-the-scenes stadium tours.
Johan's Joe for fueling our change-makers with an incredible breakfast spread!

Here is how you can step up for our youth today:
With over 50 volunteer events planned for this school year, our students need your story, your experience, and your mentorship. Whether you want to step into a classroom as a volunteer or align your business through program sponsorship, your action directly powers the economic mobility of our future workforce.

Learn how you can get involved today! Send us a message or head to JuniorAchievement.com