Junior Achievement is the world’s largest organization dedicated to educating students about career readiness, entrepreneurship and financial literacy through experiential, hands-on programs. JA North in the Greater Mankato Area impacts students within 30 schools and 11 communities including: Mankato, North Mankato, Eagle Lake, Cleveland, St. Clair, Janesville, Good Thunder, Mapleton, Minnesota Lake, Lake Crystal and St. Peter. . Our Greater Mankato Advisor Board has 16 active members, one full-time staff member and one part-time staff member. We are grateful for our generous donors who support JA programming throughout our communities. How can I support JA? Donate $30 to provide free JA curriculum to one local student or volunteer your time in a classroom or in virtual setting.