Junior Achievement of NEPA receives $15,000 grant for student career programs

Junior Achievement of Northeastern Pennsylvania (JA NEPA) was awarded a $15,000 grant from the Robert H. Spitz Foundation through the Scranton Area Community Foundation, thetimes-tribune.com reported.

The grant is intended to support interactive learning experiences that prepare middle and high school students for future career success.

During the 2025–2026 school year, funding from the Robert H. Spitz Foundation enabled JA NEPA to reach more than 12,000 students across Lackawanna and surrounding counties.

JA NEPA delivers hands-on learning focused on career exploration, personal finance, and real-world skills at no cost to school districts.

Programs supported by the grant include YES! (Your Economic Success), JA Company Insight, and JA Inspire Career Exploration Experience.

The grant presentation included representatives from the Scranton Area Community Foundation and JA NEPA, highlighting community support for youth education.