JA Events
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!
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Next In Line
When: Thursday, July 24, 2025Junior 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.
PAST EVENTS
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14
JA Stock Market Challenge Camp - 2025
When: Monday, July 14, 2025 - Friday, July 18, 2025The 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.
Mon
19
JA - Pete Orr Memorial Golf Tournament - 2025
When: Monday, May 19, 2025Annual JA Par for the Kids/Pete Orr Memorial Golf Tournament
Sponsorships Available
Fri
7
2025 JA 40th Anniversary Celebration Bowlathon
When: Friday, March 07, 2025 - Sunday, March 09, 2025This 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!
Thu
7
33rd Annual Southwest Virginia Business Hall of Fame
When: Thursday, November 07, 2024Join 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.
Thu
15
2024 HVCC Open- Men's and Women's Open Tennis Tournament
When: Thursday, August 15, 2024 - Sunday, August 18, 2024Join 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!
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22
JA 18 Under 18 Nominations - 2025
When: Monday, July 22, 2024 - Saturday, March 15, 2025Are 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.
Mon
24
JA Stock Market Challenge Camp
When: Monday, June 24, 2024 - Friday, June 28, 2024The 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.
Mon
20
JA - Pete Orr Memorial Golf Tournament - 2024
When: Monday, May 20, 202431st Annual JA Par for the Kids Golf Tournament
Sponsorships Available
Fri
8
2024 JA Bowlathon Pajama Party
When: Friday, March 08, 2024 - Sunday, March 10, 2024Grab your coziest pajamas, invite your friends, and join us for a Pajama Party unlike any other.
Mon
1
JA 18 Under 18 Nominations
When: Monday, January 01, 2024 - Friday, March 15, 2024Are 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.
Thu
17
Hidden Valley Open Tennis Tournament
When: Thursday, August 17, 2023 - Sunday, August 20, 2023Benefitting Junior Achievement of Southwest Virginia
Tue
23
JA Par for the Kids Golf Tournament - 2023
When: Tuesday, May 23, 2023Pete Orr Memorial Golf Tournament - Early Birdie Special extended to 4/15!
Sponsorships available.
Wed
19
Give Roanoke 2023
When: Wednesday, April 19, 2023Give Roanoke 2023
Fri
10
JA Party in the Alley Bowlathon - 2023 (COPY_1697742590188)
When: Friday, March 10, 2023 - Sunday, March 12, 2023Friday, March 10, 2023 - 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Sunday, March 12, 2023 - 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri
10
JA Party in the Alley Bowlathon - 2023
When: Friday, March 10, 2023 - Sunday, March 12, 2023Friday, March 10, 2023 - 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Sunday, March 12, 2023 - 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed
16
Southwest Virginia Business Hall of Fame - 2022
When: Wednesday, November 16, 2022"The Biggest Night in Business!"
Sponsorships available.
Tue
21
JA Par for the Kids Golf Tournament - Rescheduled - New Date - June 21, 2022
When: Tuesday, June 21, 2022Pete Orr Memorial Golf Tournament
Sponsorships available.
Wed
23
JA Arcade Party in the Alley Bowlathon
When: Wednesday, March 23, 2022 - Sunday, March 27, 2022March 23 & 26, 27, 2022! - Note new dates!
Wed
9
JA Inspire Virtual Career Fair 2022
When: Wednesday, February 09, 2022 - Monday, May 09, 2022February 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.
Tue
9
JA Executive Leadership Breakfast - Roanoke
When: Tuesday, November 09, 2021Learn how you can help prepare your future workers for tomorrow!
Thu
14
JA Executive Leadership Breakfast - NRV
When: Thursday, October 14, 2021Learn how you can help prepare your future workers for tomorrow!
Sat
1
JA Virtual Trivia Bowl
When: Saturday, May 01, 2021JA 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!
Tue
13
JA Inspire Virtual - SWVA
When: Tuesday, April 13, 2021When our young people
know where they are going,
we all advance.
Wed
24
Southwest Virginia Business Hall of Fame - 2020-21
When: Wednesday, March 24, 2021Look for the "The Biggest Night in Business" to return in November 2022!
Sponsorships available.
Wed
4
Junior Achievement Executive Leadership Breakfast
When: Wednesday, March 04, 2020Help prepare today's students for a bright future!
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