At Junior Achievement of Southern Massachusetts, we are committed to building brighter futures for students across Southern MA and the SouthCoast region. By working closely with educators, volunteers, and business partners, we create real pathways to success for young people in communities like New Bedford, Fall River, Dartmouth, Marion, Acushnet, and Mattapoisett.
Empowering the Next Generation Through Community Partnerships
Strong partnerships are the backbone of our mission. Whether it’s a local bank leading a budgeting workshop or a business owner mentoring teens, our partners play a vital role in delivering hands-on career and financial education.
These relationships ensure students in the SouthCoast of Massachusetts gain real-world knowledge and experiences that prepare them for college, careers, and lifelong success.
💡 Read how volunteerism is changing lives in our blog: Empowering Youth Through Volunteerism.
Volunteers Make a Lasting Impact
Volunteers are at the heart of everything we do. They bring lessons to life — whether it’s explaining credit scores, running business simulations, or offering career advice. Across Southern MA towns like Fairhaven, Taunton, and Swansea, our volunteers serve as mentors and role models, building confidence and ambition in every student they meet.
Want to learn how you can get involved nationally? Visit Volunteer with JA USA for more information.
Educators as Change-Makers
Educators across the SouthCoast — from public schools in New Bedford to small classrooms in Acushnet — play a critical role in integrating JA’s curriculum into core learning. We provide the tools and training, and they provide the passion and context to make it resonate.
Together, we’re ensuring that students from all backgrounds gain the tools to make informed financial and career decisions early on.
Together, We’re Building Futures
Whether you’re a parent, business leader, educator, or community advocate, you can help shape the future of Southern Massachusetts students. Every partnership, every hour volunteered, and every dollar invested brings us closer to a region where every young person can succeed.
🌟 Let’s make an impact — today and tomorrow.
