Kathy Laster, Ph.D. President & CEO Avedis Foundation (right) and Tracy Meeuwsen, Program Director Avedis Foundation (left) present a check for a $12,000 grant to Amber Shelton, Regional Director Junior Achievement of Oklahoma. Photo provided
Junior Achievement’s proven lessons in financial literacy, work and career readiness, and entrepreneurship are shown to positively impact the lives of young people. With the grant from Avedis Foundation, JA provides the necessary curriculum to support education programs and also helps to recruit local volunteers while fostering relationships with potential stakeholders in the community.
