CHAPTER ACTIVATOR
MINI GRANT
ABOUT THE MINI GRANT
We hear you - starting a chapter of a career and technical student organization (CTSO) can be a little stressful, and with the Iowa Department of Education requirement for Perkins V coming in August 2024, you may be asking yourself where to begin.
Iowa Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA), the largest statewide and nationwide CTSO for business and computer science, is excited to launch our Chapter Activator Mini Grant to take the stress of starting a CTSO and getting members motivated off your plate as an institution.
The Chapter Activator Mini Grant awards your institution over $1,000 in value to begin FBLA for your students, including:
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Ten (10) free registrations to the State Leadership Conference over the 23-24 and 24-25 academic years
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A Chapter Start Up Kit with membership materials and $100 in funds for recruitment and retention of members
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A personalized visit from an Iowa FBLA State Officer
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One-on-One chapter adviser training from Iowa FBLA Staff
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Virtual Competitive Events training for members
Getting started is simple. Review all the Chapter Activator Mini Grant has to offer on the reverse side and complete the requested form by January 18, 2024. A member of Iowa FBLA Staff will reach out to schedule a meeting with your institution to set you up for success.
Don’t miss this opportunity to make FBLA a part of your business and computer science programs, supporting the growth and development of the next generation.
Deadline to apply is January 18, 2024
PARTICIPATION BENEFITS
State Leadership Conference (SLC) Registration
Receive six (6) free registrations for members at the 2024 SLC and four (4) free registrations in 2025.
Chapter Start Up Resources
Attend the 2024 SLC and earn a Chapter Start Up Kit with a table runner, FBLA banner, recruitment kit, and $100 in start up funds.
Visit from Iowa FBLA State Officer
Welcome an Iowa FBLA State Officer to a chapter meeting to lead a workshop, assist with recruitment, or get members excited about upcoming opportunities/experiences.
One-on-One Adviser Support
Iowa FBLA Staff will provide chapter management training and support to chapter adviser(s) in monthly online sessions.
Competitive Event Training
Help prepare your students for competitive events by welcoming an Iowa FBLA Staff member to a meeting virtually to overview the FBLA Competitive Events program, provide practice resources, and share best practices.
Deadline to apply is January 18, 2024