JA of Southwest Virginia Events
At JA of Southwest Virginia, we host several events throughout the year to raise money to support our programming. These events also engage the community in our efforts to reach students! Whether you'd like to get involved on an individual level or as a business through event sponsorship, we offer several ways for you to support our work while having a great time!
JA 18 Under 18 Nominations - 2026
Happening Now!
Shine the spotlight on the incredible young talent in Southwest Virginia? Nominate the next generation of leaders, innovators, and community champions!
Winners will be featured in the July/August 2025 issue of The Roanoker Magazine and attend an award ceremony to celebrate their achievements.
Nominations close March 15, 2026.
PAST EVENTS
2026 JA Bowl-A-Thon: Future Bound
Blast off with us this March for our 41st Annual JA Bowl-A-Thon: Future Bound! This year’s theme is all about looking ahead, imagining what’s possible, and having a stellar time while supporting students across Southwest Virginia.
We’re inviting teams to go all-in on the space theme: think astronauts, aliens, and interstellar explorers. At every bowling shift, we’ll host a space-themed costume contest, so suit up, get creative, and prepare for liftoff!
34th Annual Southwest Virginia Business Hall of Fame
Join us for an unforgettable evening celebrating the inspiring leaders who shaped the business landscape of our region at the 2025 Southwest Virginia Business Hall of Fame, presented by Wells Fargo!
Sponsorships available.
Next In Line
Junior Achievement of Southwest Virginia invites community and business leaders to join us for Next in Line, a special evening celebrating the next generation of changemakers: The Roanoker Magazine’s 18 Under 18 honorees.
JA Stock Market Challenge Camp - 2025
The JA Stock Market Challenge Summer Camp, taking place from July 14th to July 18th at Member One Federal Credit Union, is proudly sponsored by Member One FCU. At the JA Stock Market Challenge Summer Camp, students will embark on an exciting journey into the world of financial literacy, exploring topics such as stock market basics, investment strategies, and the importance of smart money management. Through hands-on activities, interactive workshops, and real-world simulations, campers will gain valuable knowledge and skills that will set them on the path to financial success.
JA - Pete Orr Memorial Golf Tournament - 2025
Annual JA Par for the Kids/Pete Orr Memorial Golf Tournament
Sponsorships Available
2025 JA 40th Anniversary Celebration Bowlathon
This year marks four decades of our annual BOWL-A-THON! Join us for an "Over the Hill" celebration all weekend at Lee Hi Lanes, as we fundraise to support the next generation of leaders!
33rd Annual Southwest Virginia Business Hall of Fame
Join us for an unforgettable evening celebrating the visionaries and trailblazers of the Southwest Virginia business community at the 2024 Southwest Virginia Business Hall of Fame, presented by Atlantic Union Bank.
Sponsorships available.
2024 HVCC Open- Men's and Women's Open Tennis Tournament
Join us for the HVCC Men's and Women's Open Tennis Tournament, a thrilling four-day event filled with competitive matches and community spirit! Held at Hidden Valley Country Club from August 15th to 18th, 2024!
JA 18 Under 18 Nominations - 2025
Are you ready to shine the spotlight on the incredible young talent in Southwest Virginia? Nominate the next generation of leaders, innovators, and community champions!
Winners will be featured in the July/August 2025 issue of The Roanoker Magazine.
Nominations close March 15, 2025.
JA Stock Market Challenge Camp
The JA Stock Market Challenge Summer Camp, taking place from June 24th to June 28th at the Roanoke Envision Center, is proudly sponsored by FocusOne Financial Planning. At the JA Stock Market Challenge Summer Camp, students will embark on an exciting journey into the world of financial literacy, exploring topics such as stock market basics, investment strategies, and the importance of smart money management. Through hands-on activities, interactive workshops, and real-world simulations, campers will gain valuable knowledge and skills that will set them on the path to financial success.
JA - Pete Orr Memorial Golf Tournament - 2024
31st Annual JA Par for the Kids Golf Tournament
Sponsorships Available
2024 JA Bowlathon Pajama Party
Grab your coziest pajamas, invite your friends, and join us for a Pajama Party unlike any other.
JA 18 Under 18 Nominations
Are you ready to shine the spotlight on the incredible young talent in Southwest Virginia? Nominate the next generation of leaders, innovators, and community champions!
Winners will be featured in the July/August 2024 issue of The Roanoker Magazine.
Nominations close March 15, 2024.
Hidden Valley Open Tennis Tournament
Benefitting Junior Achievement of Southwest Virginia
JA Par for the Kids Golf Tournament - 2023
Pete Orr Memorial Golf Tournament - Early Birdie Special extended to 4/15!
Sponsorships available.
Give Roanoke 2023
Give Roanoke 2023
JA Party in the Alley Bowlathon - 2023
Friday, March 10, 2023 - 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Sunday, March 12, 2023 - 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
JA Party in the Alley Bowlathon - 2023 (COPY_1697742590188)
Friday, March 10, 2023 - 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Sunday, March 12, 2023 - 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
Southwest Virginia Business Hall of Fame - 2022
"The Biggest Night in Business!"
Sponsorships available.
JA Par for the Kids Golf Tournament - Rescheduled - New Date - June 21, 2022
Pete Orr Memorial Golf Tournament
Sponsorships available.
JA Arcade Party in the Alley Bowlathon
March 23 & 26, 27, 2022! - Note new dates!
JA Inspire Virtual Career Fair 2022
February 9, 2022 (Live Date)
Extended student access - 24/7 access for 3 additional months (May 9th).
When our young people
know where they are going,
we all advance.
Sponsorship Available.
JA Executive Leadership Breakfast - Roanoke
Learn how you can help prepare your future workers for tomorrow!
JA Executive Leadership Breakfast - NRV
Learn how you can help prepare your future workers for tomorrow!
JA Virtual Trivia Bowl
JA Trivia Bowl - Saturday, May 1st, 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
This online trivia event will be offered as an alternative event for the annual JA Party in the Alley Bowlathon due to covid-19 restrictions.
Prizes for Teams and Individuals and fundraising while raising money to support JA Programs in Southwest Virginia!
JA Inspire Virtual - SWVA
When our young people
know where they are going,
we all advance.
Southwest Virginia Business Hall of Fame - 2020-21
Look for the "The Biggest Night in Business" to return in November 2022!
Sponsorships available.
Junior Achievement Executive Leadership Breakfast
Help prepare today's students for a bright future!
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