Enova & Junior Achievement of Chicago: Impact Update

Enova's partnership with Junior Achievement is geared towards providing hands-on financial education and entrepreneurship programs to K-12 students in local Chicago schools. This year, Enova is supporting six Chicago-area schools: Albert Sabin Magnet School, Schurz High School, Taft Freshman Academy, Marine Leadership Academy, Ray Elementary School and O'Keeffe School of Excellence - reaching a total of 2,539 students across 126 classrooms with financial literacy programs. These initiatives are specifically designed to give students the tools they need for financial success.

Currently, personal finance education is not a required part of the curriculum in U.S. schools. According to the Council for Economic Education's 2024 survey , only 35 states require a standalone personal finance course for high school graduation. With over half of schools not requiring this education, it can be challenging for children to develop the skills they'll need for financial success as adults. Junior Achievement plays an invaluable role in bridging that education gap and preparing students to succeed.

About the organization: Junior Achievement of Chicago is dedicated to inspiring and preparing young people to succeed in a global economy. Through hands-on learning programs, JA equips K-12 students with essential skills in financial literacy, work readiness and entrepreneurship. During the 2024-2025 school year, JA of Chicago reached 375,000 students across its programs.