“Year at a Glance”:
How you can support Junior Achievement of Chicago
Volunteer Opportunities
The success of the Junior Achievement programs depends on the efforts of business and community
volunteers. These volunteers teach the JA curriculum to students from kindergarten through 12th grade
in their classrooms. The classes are taught during the school day and volunteers have the opportunity
to select the grade level they prefer.
Funding Opportunities
Whole School Sponsorship
Companies can sponsor JA’s Whole School Program by providing the volunteers and the funding
necessary to cover the cost of the materials, training, servicing and recruitment of volunteers.
Smaller firms may become involved by providing several volunteers and partnering with another firm to
reach an entire school.
Whole School Sponsorship Levels
10-14 classrooms = $ 5,000
15-19 classrooms = $ 7,500
20-29 classrooms = $ 10,000
30-39 classrooms = $ 15,000
40+ classrooms
= $ 20,000
A Whole School Sponsorship includes:
 A financial investment to cover all program materials, training, supplies, staffing and evaluation
needed to carry out classroom programs.
 A commitment to provide the necessary volunteers to teach the Junior Achievement curriculum in
every classroom at the selected school(s).
 The appointment of a liaison from your organization to work with Junior Achievement staff
representatives to coordinate the activities between your organization and the school(s).
Class Sponsorship
For those firms who do not sponsor an entire school, the cost per class sponsorship is $500. This
covers the cost to recruit, train, and service volunteers and the cost of the curriculum materials.
Operating Gift
Firms are encouraged to support our programs with a Major Gift Contribution each year, which helps us
reach additional students in the firm’s county. Operating gifts usually range from $1,000 to $50,000.
Personal Gift
Individuals have the opportunity to give a personal gift to Junior Achievement in a variety of ways – by
check, credit card, online, through a company matching gift, or via stock transactions. Our “Personal
Giving Options” flyer details the various ways to make a personal contribution.
Recycle for JA
Junior Achievement partners with Recycle Tech Solutions (RTS)/Sustain Print Cartridges to enable
organizations to recycle used laser toner cartridges, inkjet printer cartridges, printer maintenance kits,
and even cell phones, mobile devices, and other personal electronics. For each product recycled, a
financial donation (typically between $1 and $5 per product) is made to Junior Achievement of Chicago
from RTS. This donation is tax-deductible for the “Recycle for JA” participating organization.
JA Speakers Bureau
Are you looking for a motivational and educational speaker for an upcoming corporate meeting? Do
you have a colleague planning a staff retreat or annual conference? Have you been looking for a new
training session? Might you need an emcee for an event? We encourage you to consider a speaker
from the new Junior Achievement of Chicago Speakers Bureau. The new JA Speakers Bureau hosts a
who’s who list of more than 20 of Chicago’s business leaders. Members of this prestigious group are
available to speak on a wide variety of topics. The Speakers Bureau is easy to use – simply access the
site at http://jachicago.collaborationcentral.net, review the list, select a speaker and contact them about
your upcoming event. Speaking fees range from $2,500-$25,000 and are tax-deductible donations to
Junior Achievement of Chicago, as each speaker is donating their time and expertise.
Special Events
Bowl-A-Thon
Event Date: continuous (selected by firm)
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Bowl-A-Thon Season, Fall of 2012 or Spring of 2013
Each bowler secures pledges on a flat-rate basis. Your company will select a coordinator to
organize your company's involvement in the event. The event is scheduled according to your
company’s preference. Junior Achievement support staff is provided. The Coordinator will be
responsible for: attending planning/training meetings, promoting the event within your company,
recruiting teams of five bowlers each to participate, and working with a representative of Junior
Achievement to plan the event.
Golf Outing
Event Occurred Monday, August 13, 2012 at Cog Hill Golf & Country Club
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All day event occurs during from approximately 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Executive Sponsorships (foursomes) range from $3,500 (Course #1 or Course #2) to
$7,500 (Course #4 - Dubsdread).
Course Sponsorship and Hole Sponsorship opportunities are also available, and companies or
individuals can also donate auction items to the event.
Over 60 foursomes with guests from over 100 companies are represented at the event.
Chicago Business Hall of Fame
Event Occurred Thursday, September 27, 2012 at The Chicago History Museum
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Annual event occurs during the evening from approximately 5:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Sponsorships range from $2,500 to $25,000 for 6-15 tickets; individual tickets can also be
purchased.
Sponsorships of $5,000 or more include the opportunity to place an advertisement in the
program book.
2012 Inductees: LeRoy T. Carlson, Sr. – Telephone and Data Systems, Inc.; Deborah L. DeHaas
– Deloitte LLP; Mike Keiser – Recycled Paper Greetings, Inc.
A Day at the Races
Event Date: May 2013 Date TBA at Arlington Park
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Annual event occurs during the afternoon from approximately Noon to 5:00 p.m.
Funds are raised through $7,500 Suite Sponsorships (for 25 persons), individual ticket sales
($250 each) and proceeds from a live and silent auction.
Companies may also donate auction items to our live and silent auctions.
This event provides wonderful client and staff recognition opportunities.