Nominate An Inspirational Youth in Junior Achievement of Arizona's 18 Under 18

Junior Achievement of Arizona’s 18 under 18 nominations are now open and close Feb. 14, 2025 at midnight. These young people aren’t waiting until they are adults to make a difference in the world. Nominees have to be under 18 years of age by July 1, 2024 and attend K-12 in Arizona. To apply, visit: www.18under18.org. “Junior Achievement of Arizona’s 18 Under 18 is one of our most favorite events,” said Katherin Cecala, CEO of Junior Achievement of Arizona. “It’s always exciting to see what tomorrow’s leaders are innovating, creating, developing or advocating for. It never ceases to amaze us how their age isn’t playing a factor. They are accomplishing big goals and learning wonderful skills along the way. We encourage everyone to apply for this year’s 18 under 18 awards!” What’s the criteria? Demonstrated leadership Community Service Entrepreneurial spirit Who are we looking for? Active in the community Selfless leaders Change makers Innovators Who can apply? Anyone under 18 years of age by July 1, 2024 and who attended K-12 in Arizona Nominees can reside anywhere in Arizona Winners will be announced in person in April 2025. Cash and other prizes will be awarded to the winners. To learn more, visit: www.18under18.org. About Junior Achievement of Arizona Junior Achievement of Arizona (JA) is a 501©(3) nonprofit organization that equips Arizona students to succeed in work and life by giving them the knowledge and skills they need to manage their money, plan for their future, and make smart academic, career and economic choices. Since 1957, JA has taught kids, kindergarten through high school, about financial literacy, work readiness and entrepreneurship. The organization’s hands-on, age-appropriate programs are delivered by more than 7,500 corporate and community volunteers. Despite educational obstacles during the pandemic, JA reached approximately 190,000 students in the 2023-2024 school year. Follow @JAArizona on social media or visit jaaz.org/resources for more free online educational tools.

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