When I Grow Up Campaign

At Junior Achievement of Northern and Eastern Ontario (JA-NEO), we believe that every child deserves a fair chance to succeed. Unfortunately, many children in our community grow up facing immense challenges, from financial instability to inadequate access to educational resources. These obstacles can often lead to a cycle of poverty and homelessness that feels impossible to break.

Our mission is clear: to redirect and rewire the youth’s understanding of financial literacy, work readiness, and entrepreneurship. We aim to equip them with the knowledge and skills necessary to build a secure and prosperous future. Through the “When I Grow Up” campaign, we are laying the foundation for a world where no one ends up in tents or on the streets at any point in their lives.

This holiday season support JA’s ‘When I grow up” Campaign and your donation will be tripled from now to December 31st , thanks to our matching donors Alf Curtis Home Improvements Inc., Peterborough Truss & Floor Ltd. And Peterborough & District Construction Association!

Invest in JA-NEO

In this uncertain world, young people need our support.

Our school board-approved online and in-person programs transform students grades three to 12 by giving them the knowledge and confidence they need to succeed in school, work and life. We empower students to connect classroom learning to the real world, increasing the value of education. Achievers are more likely to stay in school, launch businesses and become leaders and innovators in their communities.

When you invest in JA, you:

  • Invest in the lives of students to give them a brighter future
  • Help ensure students are financially literate and workforce ready when they graduate
  • Inspire youth to start their own businesses, creating jobs and strengthening our economy
  • Allow us to continue to deliver our programs at no cost to students or schools

Notice to Our Donors

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