Today marks our last day of the first week of our JA BizTown Mobile Pilot! We couldn't have asked for better volunteers AND students to be a part of this. None of this would be possible without our presenting sponsors MidAmerican Energy and Wells Fargo, thank you!

🍎Happy Teacher Appreciation Week!🍎 We want to express our gratitude and appreciation to all the incredible teachers out there who make a difference in the lives of students every day. Thank you for your tireless efforts and dedication to education! #TeacherAppreciationWeek

Check it out: Careers on wheels is back in action today at Orange Elementary in Waterloo Schools! Thank you to all of our volunteers who help give students a glimpse into future careers!

We are so excited to share the 2023 honorees for the Corridor Business Hall of Fame! Congratulations to Patrice Carroll, CEO of ImOn Communications; Charles N. Funk, former CEO (now retired) of MidWestOne Bank; Larry Helling, CEO of CRBT; and Aaron Warner, founder and CEO of ProCircular.

As we celebrate #PrideMonth, we recognize the importance of creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can bring their whole selves to work. Together, we can foster a culture of respect and support for all members of the LGBTQIA+ community.

Thank you to the Hall-Perrine Foundation for your partnership with Junior Achievement of Eastern Iowa. Through grants like the one you awarded us, you are ensuring we can continue our mission of inspiring students to own their economic success!

Thank you South Slope Cooperative and Aureon for helping us launch and expand JA BizTown Mobile! This new capstone experience allows 5th grade students to assume roles as Mayor, CEO, CFO, Marketing Manager and more of local stores found in a pop-up simulated economy.

JAEI is currently participating in the Target Circle Program, which means they will donate based on how many votes we receive. Every time you check out with Target Circle, you get more votes to spend! The program ends June 30th, so get your shopping on while you can!

Happy #FlagDay! Today, we honor the symbol of our nation's unity and resilience.

Happy #Juneteenth! Today, we celebrate the end of slavery in the United States and the resilience and strength of Black Americans.

Happy #PrideMonth! Today we're highlighting Megan Smith, a groundbreaking LGBTQIA+ leader and former Chief Technology Officer of the United States. Megan's work has inspired many and helped to advance LGBTQ+ rights globally.

"In diversity there is beauty and there is strength." - Maya Angelou

Only TWO DAYS remain to cast your Target Circle votes for Junior Achievement of Eastern Iowa. Vote NOW!!! The more you shop, the more you can vote🛒🗳

The Metro North Rotary Club of Cedar Rapids is helping us transform the mindset of 72 Cedar Rapids Community School District Students from an “I Can’t” to an “I Can!” mentality. THANK YOU!!!

We are excited to share that guests at Target stores cast 68,599 votes to Junior Achievement of Eastern Iowa, awarding Target funds in the amount of $2,652.93 to JAEI. Most importantly, you voted for us, our mission and the impact we have on our community.

Shout out to the Cedar Rapids Daybreak Rotary for helping to inspire 72 Cedar Rapids Community School District students with the skillset and mindset to build a thriving community!

As a leading youth-serving NGO, JA delivers immersive learning opportunities. Get involved and help shape the future by empowering young individuals. Learn more: jausa.ja.org/volunteer/index

“Motivation is the catalyzing ingredient for every successful innovation.” – Clayton Christensen, economist and Harvard professor

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Be the difference! Are you searching to volunteer somewhere where you can make an impact? At Junior Achievement, you can help us inspire and empower young people to reach their potential. Apply to volunteer here: easterniowa.ja.org/volunteer/volu…