Junior Achievement of the Heartland is recruiting community members to volunteer in local classrooms this spring to assist students in developing essential skills in financial literacy, career readiness and entrepreneurship.
The organization, which is marking its 70th anniversary this year, relies on volunteers to deliver engaging, hands-on lessons that connect classroom learning to real-life experiences.
“Volunteers bring our lessons to life,” Lysa Hegland, president and CEO of JA of the Heartland, Moline, said in a news release. “When students hear directly from people in their community, learning becomes more meaningful and more memorable.”
Community members interested in volunteering can find classrooms needing help by clicking following this link to the Open Class List. For more information, contact Stacy Voelliger at [email protected] or (309) 277-3902.
A strong majority of JA alumni say their experience positively impacted their development of transferable skills, according to the 2026 JA Alumni Report. The report states that 91% of alumni reported improved collaboration, motivation for lifelong learning and stronger critical thinking skills.
No teaching experience is required to volunteer. Junior Achievement provides all training, lesson plans and materials. Programs are offered in classrooms across JA’s 24-county footprint.
Volunteers can make a difference with just a few hours in the classroom, helping students gain confidence and discover new possibilities.
