Did you know you can help prepare AZ kids for success by enjoying pizza? We are excited to announce a new collaboration between Junior Achievement USA (JA) and Marco’s Pizza Foundation, aimed at empowering the next generation of leaders through financial literacy, career readiness, and entrepreneurship education.
Through this partnership, every time a customer rounds up their total at Marco’s Pizza, funds will be directed to support local Junior Achievement programs. To make an even bigger impact, customers can choose to make a $1, $3, or $5 donation when placing their order. These contributions will help us continue providing valuable learning experiences that prepare young people for success in work and life.
How to Get Involved
Besides visiting your local Marco’s Pizza and rounding up your total, you can help support JA in these ways:
- Spread the word — Encourage friends and family to round up their totals when ordering at Marco’s Pizza. Every penny helps support JA programs!
- Share this opportunity on social media — Use the hashtag #BigDreamsStartFromScratch to spread the word! Remember to include a link to this blog post so they can learn more.
- Volunteer your time — Become a volunteer mentor to give AZ kids a brighter future, all while knowing you’re part of a larger movement!
We’re excited to see the positive impact this partnership will have on our students and communities. Thank you for your ongoing commitment to empowering the next generation. Together, we can make a difference!
To learn more about the Marco’s Pizza Foundation, visit their website. If you’d like to make a donation directly to Junior Achievement of Arizona, click here.
About Marco’s Pizza Foundation
The Marco’s Pizza Foundation, established in 2022, was inspired by the unwavering dedication of team members and franchisees to their communities and the shared passion for feeding people. The Foundation believes that pizza is more than just a meal — it’s a force for good that can uplift and support individuals, whether by nourishing bodies or empowering minds. With a strong commitment to giving back, the Foundation plays a pivotal role in making community impact a core priority of the Marco’s Pizza brand, fostering positive change in the neighborhoods it serves.
About Marco’s Pizza
Headquartered in Toledo, Ohio, Marco’s Pizza is one of the fastest-growing pizza brands in the United States. Marco’s was founded in 1978 by Italian-born Pasquale (“Pat”) Giammarco and thrives to deliver a high-quality pizza experience, known for its dough made from scratch and its three fresh signature cheeses. The company has grown from its roots as a beloved Ohio brand to operate over 1,200 stores in 35 states with locations in Puerto Rico, the Bahamas, and Mexico. Most recently, Marco’s Pizza was ranked No. 48 on Entrepreneur Magazine’s 2024 “Franchise 500” ranking. Other recent accolades include a high ranking on Newsweek’s 2023 “America’s Best Customer Service” in pizza chains list, earning a spot on QSR’s Top 50, and being featured on Nation’s Restaurant News’ prestigious “Top 500” ranking.
About Junior Achievement of Arizona
Junior Achievement of Arizona (JA) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that equips Arizona students to succeed in work and life by giving them the knowledge and skills they need to manage their money, plan for their future, and make smart academic, career, and economic choices. Since 1957, JA has taught kids kindergarten through high school about financial literacy, career readiness, and entrepreneurship. The organization’s hands-on, age-appropriate programs are delivered by more than 8,000 corporate and community volunteers. Despite educational obstacles during the pandemic, JA reached approximately 190,000 students in the 2023-2024 school year. Follow @JAArizona on social media or visit https://www.jaaz.org/our-programs/resource-repository/ for more free online educational tools.
