Grant Request Junior Achievement of South Central PA

Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form


Organization Name: Junior Achievement of South Central PA
Legal Name (if Different):
Also Known As: JASCPA or JA
Mailing Address: 610 South George Street
City: York
State: PA
Postal Code: 17401
Main Phone: 717-843-8028
Main Fax: 717-843-0100
Organization Website: www.jascpa.org
Employer ID Number: 23 159 8129
Organization Tax Status: 501(c)(3)

Proposal Information


Today’s Date: March 13, 2024
Requested Amount: $10,000

Project Title: Inspiring Tomorrows in South Central PA
Project Description:

Junior Achievement’s mission is to inspire young people to own their future success. We envision a world where young people have the skill set and mindset to build thriving communities. We bring a different approach to education that uses innovation and contextual learning in partnership with educators, employers, and the community at large. In the end our promise is to provide learning experiences that help young people reach their potential. In other words, our name is our promise.

Through engaging, experiential lessons and volunteer interactions, JA programs help students see the relevance of what they are learning in the classroom and its application to the real world, acquire or enhance the skills they need to be successful in the workforce or postsecondary institutions, and recognize the value of an education. This knowledge helps students learn to manage their finances, understand basic economic concepts, explore careers, and develop in-demand job skills. Consequently, as adults, they will be more prepared to enter the workforce, make informed financial decisions, and contribute to the success of their local economy.

JA programs are offered at no cost to schools. Programs include: JA Fundamentals (PreK- grade 5) volunteer-led, age-appropriate classroom lessons on personal finance, civics, careers, and economics. JA Biztown (grades 5-6) combines classroom learning with a day-long visit to our BizTown facility where students assume the roles of workers and consumers in a simulated town. YES! (Your Economic Success!) (grades 6-8) career exploration and lessons on financial responsibility. STEM Summit (grades 9-10) offers a variety of hands-on STEM activities and exploration of STEM related careers. REAL Life (grades 11-12) students learn how to build a real-world budget and get tips on resume building and interview skills. JA Inspire (grades 7-12) a virtual career fair to help students identify career clusters and connect with post-secondary opportunities.

Total Project Budget: $2,358,000

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): JA relies on the support of a variety of corporate, foundation, and individual donors to fund its programs. Partnerships include The Donley Foundation, The Hershey Company, PSECU, The Stabler Foundation, Capital Blue Cross, and M&T Bank.

Project Duration: 2025 School Year
Geographical Area Served: 95 School Districts across 14 counties in south central PA including Adams, Cumberland, Dauphin, Franklin, Juniata, Lancaster, Lebanon, Mifflin, Northumberland, Perry, Schuylkill, Snyder, Union, and York Counties
Age Group To Be Served: Grades PreK-12 (ages 4-18)

Contact Information


Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Mrs.
Contact First Name: Danelle
Contact Last Name: Andrews
Contact Title: Grant Manager
Contact Phone: 717-843-8028
Contact Email: dandrews@jascpa.org