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Volunteers will reach the entire student body, teaching students the “economics of life”

Atlanta, GA (May 10, 2007) – Bennett Thrasher Foundation, the philanthropic organization of the Atlanta-based CPA firm Bennett Thrasher taught some valuable lessons on Thursday, May 10 as 77 volunteers from the firm delivered Junior Achievement of Georgia’s curriculum to 720 students at Lockheed Elementary.  The significant volunteer effort was the Firm’s first time volunteering with Junior Achievement.

The half-day event involved the entire school, with topics including saving and spending, regional resources, and how individuals and businesses contribute to the community and nation. 

Junior Achievement of Georgia’s K-12 curriculum-aligned programs are designed to be delivered in the school setting, as well as in after school and summer camp programs across Georgia.  The volunteers from Bennett-Thrasher Foundation will help the organization bring an understanding of the “economics of life” to 104,000 students statewide this school year. By training and placing business volunteers to deliver Junior Achievement’s personal finance, workforce preparation and entrepreneurship programs,  JA prepares and inspires young people to maximize the promises and possibilities of the American free enterprise system.  Junior Achievement brings the economic “real world” to young people, opening their minds to their full potential by bridging the gap between the business and education communities.

Junior Achievement of Georgia, Inc.

Using hands-on experiences, Junior Achievement of Georgia helps young people understand the “economics of life.”  JA brings the real world to students, opening their minds to their potential by is bridging the business and education communities.  JA’s success depends on the involvement of people who want to make a difference in the life of a child, which possible through volunteering your time or donations.  During the 2005-2006 school year, JA of Georgia impacted over 101,000 students statewide through six district offices located in Atlanta, Augusta, Columbus, Dalton, Gainesville, and Savannah.  For more information, visit www.georgia.ja.org

Founded in 1980 by Rick Bennett and Ken Thrasher, Bennett Thrasher PC has become one the largest public accounting and consulting firms in the Atlanta area. 

Established in 2003, the Bennett Thrasher Foundation is directed by an all associate board that carries out the mission of assisting charitable organizations in the Greater Atlanta Metropolitan area.

Mission Statement
Through the Bennett Thrasher Foundation, Bennett Thrasher shareholders and associates give their talents, gifts, and service to charitable organizations fostering the long term development and success of individuals in the Greater Atlanta Metropolitan Community.