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Causes: Economic Development, Education, International, International Economic Development, Microfinance
Mission: The organization's mission is to inspire and prepare young people to succeed in both the local and global economy through work readiness, entrepreneurship, and financial literacy.
Programs: The organization's mission is accomplished through a diverse portfolio of robust, volunteer-led programs spanning kindergarten through the twelfth grade. These include ja biztown, ja finance park and the ja innovation hub, which comprise junior achievement of delaware, inc. 's one-of-a-kind 13,000 square foot experiential learning center, ja campus. Over 100,000 students have become "adults for a day" at the ja campus, making critical financial, educational, and career decisions in an environment where consequences are real enough to make an indelible educational impact. Last year, 16,000+ students were served at ja campus in schools and community centers across the state and in nearby salem and cecil counties. In total, more than 149 schools and agencies participated during the 2016-17 year.