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Uncork the Magic

Junior Achievement is thrilled to announce the return of its ultimate epicurean experience, JA World Uncorked

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Broward County, FL — Junior Achievement of South Florida (JA) is thrilled to announce the return of the ultimate epicurean experience, JA World Uncorked, on Saturday, January 27, 2024, from 6:30 pm to 10:30 pm. Hosted by JA’s Circle of Wise Women and sponsored by CITY Furniture, presented by Breakthru Beverage Florida, and amped up by Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, this food and wine  extravaganza is set to captivate over 700 guests within JA World Huizenga Center at the Lilian S. Wells Pavilion.

JA World Uncorked beckons food and spirits aficionados to indulge in an indoor festival that promises delectable bites and luscious desserts from South Florida’s leading culinary creators. Delight your senses with an expansive array of premier wines, champagne, spirits and craft beers.

Laurie Sallarulo, President & CEO of Junior Achievement of South Florida, exclaimed, “JA World Uncorked transcends the joy of wine and food; it embodies our mission to empower young minds. Each facet of this experience is crafted to offer every attendee a taste of our commitment to shaping a brighter future through education and empowerment.”

General admission tickets, priced at $250, are available at JASouthFlorida.org/Uncorked, offering attendees an unlimited supply of delights, beverages, live music, dance and the chance to win enticing raffle prizes.

Now in its 13th year, JA World Uncorked continues to raise funds for Junior Achievement’s educational initiatives. These programs empower over 80,000 K-12 students annually in Broward and south Palm Beach counties, teaching invaluable lessons in financial literacy, entrepreneurship and work readiness.

JA World Uncorked owes its success to the generous support of sponsors, including CITY Furniture (Title Sponsor), Breakthru Beverage Florida (Presenting Sponsor), Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, and a host of other esteemed partners. Thank you, Florescue Family Foundation, Moss Foundation, The James & Sandra Mantey Family Foundation, The Gussack Family – Exotech Inc., Comcast, Gray Robinson Attorneys at Law, Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital, AME Solutions, Greater Good Tech, Transworld Business Advisors, Florida Power & Light, Fiserv, Island TV, Centuric, CGC Group, Fran & Peter Woolf, Dooshers, Bank of America, CrewFacilities.com, Deutsche Bank Wealth Management, Merrill Lynch, Miller Construction Company, RCC Associates, Seacor Island Lines and SJF Law Group.

For more information, including exciting sponsorship opportunities, kindly contact Robyn Harper at [email protected] or (954) 979-7100.

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About Junior Achievement of South Florida

Junior Achievement of South Florida (JA) empowers our youth with the knowledge, ability and confidence to navigate their futures, drive our economy, and lead our community. JA provides real-world training in financial literacy including budgeting, spending, investing and the use of credit; offers cutting-edge skill-building opportunities that enable young people to explore meaningful, productive careers; teaches students how to start businesses; and introduces entrepreneurial values that strengthen workplaces. Last year, with the help of 5,100 trained corporate and community volunteers, JA delivered 20+ programs to over 80,000 students in classrooms throughout Broward and south Palm Beach counties and at JA World Huizenga Center at the Lillian S. Wells Pavilion, a first-class facility housing JA BizTown and JA Finance Park. For more information about Junior Achievement of South Florida, visit JASouthFlorida.org. Follow JA on social media @jasouthflorida.

For More Information, Contact:
Christopher Miller, Senior Marketing and Media Production Manager
Junior Achievement of South Florida
(954) 979-7110

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Junior Achievement is Non-Profit of the Year

Junior Achievement of South Florida Receives Prestigious Honor

Junior Achievement of South Florida (JA) received the Memorial Healthcare System Non-Profit Organization of the Year Award at 211 Broward’s recent 11th Annual Community Care Plan Non-Profit Awards Ceremony. The awards celebrate the inspiring work of Broward County’s non-profit agencies and recognize the individual efforts of outstanding non-profit executives and board leaders. This particular award celebrates stellar management practices, accomplishes significant goals, and serves as a model for other non-profit organizations. The ceremony was on March 3 at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino.

JA was also a finalist for the Truist Non-Profit Organization of the Year – Collaboration award for our collaboration with Broward County Public Schools.

The winners in each category receive a monetary grant award of $1,000 for their non-profit organizations courtesy of the Ray Pollard Jr. Family Paying It Forward Fund and Award partners. The finalists in each category will each receive a $500 grant for their organization.

For more information about the 211 Broward Non-Profit Awards, CLICK HERE.

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About Junior Achievement of South Florida

Junior Achievement of South Florida (JA) inspires and prepares youth to succeed in a global economy. JA provides real-world training in financial literacy including budgeting, spending, investing and the use of credit; offers cutting-edge skill-building opportunities that enable young people to explore meaningful, productive careers; teaches students how to start businesses; and introduces entrepreneurial values that strengthen workplaces. Last year, with the help of over 7,100 trained corporate and community volunteers, JA delivered over 20 various programs to almost 50,000 students in classrooms throughout Broward and south Palm Beach counties and at JA World Huizenga Center at the Lillian S. Wells Pavilion, a first-class facility housing JA BizTown and JA Finance Park. For more information about Junior Achievement of South Florida, visit www.JASouthFlorida.org. Follow JA on social media @jasouthflorida.

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