Junior Achievement of Southern California
Non-profit OrganizationsCalifornia, United States51-200 Employees
Junior Achievement of Southern California is a nonprofit organization based in Los Angeles, California, delivering programs that aim to improve financial literacy, prepare students for the workforce, and foster entrepreneurial skills in the region. It collaborates with schools to provide practical education that complements classroom learning and supports long-term student outcomes, operating as a mid-sized nonprofit. In August 2023, JASoCal launched a three-dimensional entrepreneurship education program in partnership with Compton Unified School District and Dominguez High School. The organization has pursued collaborations with local partners to expand opportunities, including a partnership with Toyota Motor North America announced in December 2022 to promote educational opportunities in Southern California. In 2024, the organization was recognized with the Nonprofit of the Year Award (Emerging) by the Business Journal.