The UPS Store, Inc. Empowers the Next Generation of Entrepreneurs with 40K Donation to Junior Achievement of North Florida

The UPS Store, Inc. announces its donation of $2.9 million to Junior Achievement USA through its Start Small, Grow Big program – an initiative designed to support aspiring small business owners and entrepreneurs. Customers at more than 5,200 The UPS Store locations helped to nearly double the previous year’s contribution, underscoring the company’s dedication to shaping a brighter future for young individuals.

A recent survey by Junior Achievement USA found that three in four teens would be likely to consider becoming an entrepreneur, but they need more information on how to be successful. One-third of teens surveyed also expressed they would need a role model who is a business owner for guidance. To help bridge this gap, The UPS Store Start Small, Grow Big program supports Junior Achievement of North Florida programs across the nation that enable students to receive lessons in financial literacy, work and career readiness, and hands-on entrepreneurship modules and mentoring.

“It is an honor to show our commitment to the small business owners of today and tomorrow in such a powerful and actionable way,” said Sarah Casalan Bittle, President, The UPS Store, Inc. “Our Start Small, Grow Big program provides opportunities for school-aged children to learn practical life and business skills that will give them the confidence to excel in their personal and professional lives.”

The steps to donate to the program are easy and quick for customers of The UPS Store. After purchasing products and services at The UPS Store, such as packing, shipping, printing marketing materials, and shredding documents among others, customers can opt to help support the next generation of entrepreneurs by simply donating upon checkout at any The UPS Store location in the U.S. (https://www.theupsstore.com/tools/find-a-store). Start Small, Grow Big supporters can also make a donation online through the Junior Achievement website.

“We are beyond grateful to The UPS Store network and their Start Small, Grow Big program for their transformative contribution,” said Shannon Italia, President of Junior Achievement of North Florida. “This generous investment significantly contributes to the mission of our organization and our goal of supporting young people who are exploring starting their own business in the future. With The UPS Store network’s support, we can equip young minds with the tools they need to thrive in an evolving entrepreneurial landscape.”

Visit https://www.theupsstore.com/startsmall for more information about the Start Small, Grow Big program. Visit www.janfl.org for more information about Junior Achievement of North Florida.

About The UPS Store

With more than 5,200 locations across North America, The UPS Store network comprises the nation's largest franchise system of retail shipping, postal, print, and business service centers. The UPS Store centers are independently owned and operated by licensed franchisees of The UPS Store, Inc., an indirect subsidiary of United Parcel Service, Inc., a Delaware corporation (although one or more may be company-owned). Services, prices, and hours of operation are subject to change and may vary by location. For additional information about The UPS Store, visit theupsstore.com. Follow The UPS Store on social media at @TheUPSStore, facebook.com/theupsstore, and instagram.com/theupsstore.