Junior Achievement of Southwest Florida Awarded $50,000 Paul Purcell “Kids Win!” Annual Baird Education Grant

Junior Achievement of Southwest Florida proudly announces its selection as a recipient of the prestigious Paul Purcell “Kids Win!” Annual Baird Education Grant. This $50,000 grant will support Junior Achievement of Southwest Florida’s comprehensive K-12 educational programs to foster financial literacy, entrepreneurship, and workforce readiness among local students.

Junior Achievement of Southwest Florida is among the 18 nonprofits nationwide chosen for the 2024 Paul Purcell “Kids Win!” Annual Baird Education Grants, totaling more than $1.6 million in contributions. Established in 2020, the grant honors the legacy of former Baird Chairman and CEO Paul E. Purcell and reflects Baird’s commitment to advancing education and empowering youth.

“We are incredibly grateful to Baird for this generous grant, which will significantly enhance our ability to impact students throughout Southwest Florida,” said Angela Fisher, President and CEO of Junior Achievement of Southwest Florida. “This funding will enable us to expand our programs and provide vital skills that prepare our young people of Southwest Florida for success.”

Since 1994, Junior Achievement of Southwest Florida has equipped students with practical knowledge and skills essential for their future. The organization reaches thousands of students annually across the region through partnerships with schools, businesses, and volunteers. Additionally, Junior Achievement of Southwest Florida recently closed another successful year, serving 27,285 students across Lee and Collier counties and logging over 185,918 instructional hours.

To help support Junior Achievement of Southwest Florida and our future workforce, please visit www.JASWFL.org or call (239) 225-2590.