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Division: Teaching and Learning Services

Office: Career Readiness

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Purpose: It is the intent of the Career & Technical Student Organization (CTSO) – Distributive Education Clubs of America/Delta Epsilon Chi (DECA) Year 5 Continuation grant program to provide statewide leadership (state advisors) for the Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO) identified below. CTSOs are student-led organizations that develop student competencies and career readiness designed to 1) prepare them for success in environments in different broad industry areas, 2) gain self-confidence and pride in their work and accomplishments, 3) learn good leadership qualities and skills, and 4) identify and make realistic career choices that encourage individual achievement and recognition. Local chapters of a CTSO are established at LEAs serving secondary students.

Distributive Education Clubs of America/Delta Epsilon Chi (DECA) prepares emerging leaders and entrepreneurs for college and careers in marketing, finance, hospitality, management and entrepreneurship.  

Based on the availability of FY27 State Vocational Aid funds, this fifth year of this multi-year grant program will begin September 1, 2026, and will end on August 31, 2027. 

Eligible Agencies: Kean University

Grant Type: Continuation

Number of Award(s) Anticipated: 1

Total Amount Available: $158,500

Application Due Date: 10/22/2026