Financial Literacy
Builds student competency in personal finance including budgeting, saving, credit management, and investment concepts
Empowering students through financial literacy and career readiness programs
About Organization
Inspires and prepares young people to succeed in a global economy through programs teaching financial literacy, work readiness, and entrepreneurship. Based in Northern Indiana, Junior Achievement delivers hands-on experiential learning programs to K-12 students throughout the region, with annual revenue of $1.1 million and support from business volunteers helping students develop critical economic understanding.
Financial Literacy
Builds student competency in personal finance including budgeting, saving, credit management, and investment concepts
Career Readiness
Prepares students for workforce success through professional skills training and exposure to diverse Northern California industries
Entrepreneurial Thinking
Cultivates innovation mindset, problem-solving skills, and business acumen preparing students for economy demands
Form 990 data showing organizational financial health and growth.
Revenue (2023)
$3.0M
+8.4% vs 2021
Expenses (2023)
$2.4M
-7.1% vs 2021
Assets (2023)
$3.3M
+83.5% vs 2021
Employees (2023)
28
+27.3% vs 2021
| Year | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Employees |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $2,980,510 | $2,376,848 | $3,262,073 | 28 |
| 2021 | $2,749,215 | $2,557,596 | $1,778,085 | 22 |
| 2020 | $2,378,267 | $2,362,690 | $1,961,632 | 22 |
| 2019 | $2,687,817 | $2,773,232 | $1,950,240 | 27 |
| 2018 | $2,850,908 | $2,834,793 | $1,681,662 | 28 |
| 2017 | $2,787,649 | $2,485,903 | $1,665,350 | 30 |
Source: IRS Form 990 filings. All figures in USD.
Develops curriculum correlating with Common Core and California content standards ensuring academic rigor
Recruits and trains business professionals to deliver programs bringing real-world expertise to classrooms
Merges volunteer instruction with digital tools creating blended learning experiences for diverse students
Tracks student learning gains and program effectiveness through assessments and surveys
Services and programs offered by Junior Achievement of Northern
Teaches money management, banking, credit, and investment concepts through interactive lessons aligned with California state standards
Prepares students for careers through resume writing, interviewing skills, professional conduct, and workplace expectations education
Introduces business startup concepts, innovation, and strategic thinking through simulation programs and mentorship
Combines volunteer-led instruction with digital content and technology tools enhancing student engagement and accessibility
Meet the people behind Junior Achievement of Northern.
1950
1950
Founded Northern California chapter bringing economic education programs to Bay Area and regional students
2010s
2010s
Adopted blended learning model combining volunteer delivery with digital content and online tools
2020
2020
Transitioned to remote program delivery during pandemic maintaining access across Northern California geography
2023
2023
Achieved $3 million revenue with $3.3 million in assets supporting 28 staff serving expanded student population
Board members, advisors, and key contributors
Information compiled from IRS Form 990 and organizational materials.
Top compensated officers & key employees from IRS Form 990
Total Reported (2023)
$508K
Highest Paid
$226K
Cristene Burr
Compensated Officers
3
| Name | Title | Base | Other | Total | Hrs/Wk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cristene Burr | President & CEO | $217,551 | $8,553 | $226,104 | 40 |
| Katherine Trevelyan-Hall | VP Of Development | $128,231 | $13,893 | $142,124 | 40 |
| Duane Wilson | Ex DIR Strategic | $125,189 | $14,485 | $139,674 | 40 |
| Name | Title | Base | Other | Total | Hrs/Wk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cristene Burr | President/CEO | $220,000 | $6,120 | $226,120 | 40 |
| Name | Title | Base | Other | Total | Hrs/Wk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cristene Burr | President | $212,000 | — | $212,000 | 40 |
| Name | Title | Base | Other | Total | Hrs/Wk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cristene Burr | President | $205,167 | — | $205,167 | 40 |
| Name | Title | Base | Other | Total | Hrs/Wk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cristene Burr | President | $199,731 | — | $199,731 | 40 |
Source: IRS Form 990 filings. Compensation includes base and other reported compensation.
Grant funding relationships from IRS Form 990 filings
Source: IRS Form 990 Schedule I filings. Amounts may span multiple tax years.
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