Junior Achievement-Rocky Mountain, Inc.

It is National Volunteer Week, and JA-Rocky Mountain would like to recognize and thank all of our dedicated volunteers who bring JA's mission to life and inspire the next generation to achieve their dreams! Over the course of the 2023/2024 school year, JA-Rocky Mountain has had over 1,300 volunteers with more than 170,000 hours of impact. Volunteers provide invaluable lessons and experiences for our community's youth and allow them to believe in #BoundlessPossibility JA wouldn't be possible without you, our volunteers. THANK YOU 👏 For more information on JA Volunteer Opportunities: https://lnkd.in/gMRFjwyU

Watch the full CNBC segment on the Daniels Fund JA Dream Accelerator below!

This month, JA-Rocky Mountain partnered with CNBC to host a panel featuring local entrepreneurs at the JA Free Enterprise Center. Students from Bear Creek High School experienced the Daniels Fund JA Dream Accelerator as CNBC filmed the students, asking them questions about how the program helps prepare them for the future. They then listened to the panel share their stories and experiences on how they worked their way into the successful business owners they are now. The panel featured Mowa Haile (Sky Blue Builders, LLC), Lara Merriken (LARABAR), Darian Simon (BE A GOOD PERSON ), Robin Thurston (Outside), and Camila Uzcategui, PhD (Vitro3D), introduced by Oogie's Popcorn founder Darrin Foster. Sharon Epperson, CNBC's Senior Personal Finance Correspondent moderated the event. Afterward, students received CNBC's new book, "In Pursuit of Success", which shares the stories of additional local entrepreneurs. Watch the full CNBC segment here: https://lnkd.in/gzeX3nPV

The Denver Encore Bank Team had a great time volunteering at Junior Achievement-Rocky Mountain, Inc. EVERY CHILD CAN SUCCEED IN THE BUSINESS OF LIFE WITH THE RIGHT TOOLS.... But not all kids today are receiving the tools they need for tomorrow. PLEASE teach your chidlren about finances, budgeting and credit so they have financial knowledge to build generational wealth. #wewintogether

As the Colorado weather continues to get nicer, it is the perfect reminder to host your upcoming event at the award-winning, state-of-the-art Junior Achievement (JA) Free Enterprise Center in the heart of Greenwood Village! With a large conference room, hospitality area, outdoor terrace, and additional space throughout the building, the JA Free Enterprise Center can host a variety of events of up to 150 attendees, with different packages that fit your needs. All costs go directly to funding JA programming, so you are helping to enable our community's young people to participate in life-changing programs at no cost to schools or families. For more information and to inquire about event rentals, visit https://lnkd.in/geXUzg98

Help us build the future! Junior Achievement-Rocky Mountain is hiring an Operations Manager. The ideal candidate is capable of working cross-functionally, has an excellent understanding of technology, and has strong supervisory skills. If this sounds like you, apply today! https://lnkd.in/ggfEhCmJ #BoundlessPossibility #jobs

Gen II makes an impact in our community by sharing our financial knowledge and skills with students. Colleagues in our Denver office recently volunteered at a financial literacy event with Junior Achievement-Rocky Mountain, Inc., teaching middle school students lessons in budgeting and goal setting. We’re excited to help students learn valuable skills and prepare them for financial success! Check out the video! https://bit.ly/3U6z4Rq #GenIIfund #privateequity #accounting #FinancialLiteracyMonth

It was a RECORD-BREAKING day at Robert & Judi Newman JA Finance Park, presented by Transamerica! 156 students from Newton Middle School and Boston K-8 School participated in the program, marking the most students we've hosted in an individual day so far at the Park! We would like to extend a huge thank you to our wonderful volunteers from FirstBank who helped implement the day's lessons and shared their own stories and experiences to provide real-world perspectives for the students. We can't wait to set more records as we continue to inspire and prepare young people for success and encourage them to take control of their future! #BoundlessPossibility

The Denver Broncos Football Club Foundation recently featured JA-Rocky Mountain in one of their Career Pathways Grant Spotlights. As the sponsor of the Daniels Fund JA Dream Accelerator’s Picture Your Strengths experience, the Foundation helps students gain perspective on how their personal qualities, strengths, and aspirations can provide the foundation for passion-driven careers. In addition to providing financial support, Broncos staff members recently volunteered at the JA Dream Accelerator, guiding students from Aurora West College Preparatory Academy through the program. The JA Dream Accelerator officially opened to students in the fall of 2023, and 100% of participating educators recommend the experience. We thank the Denver Broncos Foundation for their support and commitment towards inspiring and preparing the next generation for success, and for spotlighting Junior Achievement and the JA Dream Accelerator! Read more about the Denver Broncos Foundation's Career Pathways Grant Spotlights: https://lnkd.in/gzFGmiRk

April marks the celebration of Financial Literacy Month. At First Western Trust, we understand the importance of being financially knowledgeable and passing this to younger generations. Grounded in our dedication to entrepreneurship, we proudly support Junior Achievement-Rocky Mountain, Inc. in its mission to educate children on essential topics such as personal financial responsibility, budgeting, critical thinking, career readiness, and cultivating an entrepreneurial spirit. This month, we encourage you to take a moment to sit down with your children and share valuable financial wisdom. Together, let's empower them to navigate their financial journey confidently and lay the foundation for a prosperous future. #FirstWesternTrust #MYFWCommUNITY #FinancialLiteracyMonth