This year marks my fifth year leading JA's Bowl-a-Thon, and I'm honored to once again fundraise alongside the incredible supporters who make this event possible.

Thanks to our sponsors, bowlers, and donors, we raised an incredible $213,496 last year and achieved our third consecutive year of record-breaking results.

Those dollars do far more than just support an event. They help bring Junior Achievement programs into classrooms across Western New York, giving students the knowledge and confidence to manage money, explore careers, and prepare for their futures.

The need for this work has never been greater. New York State has recently adopted financial literacy education requirements for K-12 students, recognizing the importance of preparing young people to make informed financial decisions throughout their lives. Junior Achievement is helping schools meet these new standards while making financial education relevant, engaging, and actionable.

Thank you for helping JA continue this important work. Your support means the world to me.