Demonstrate your creativity by producing the next big cause marketing idea for the National Pediatric Cancer Foundation (NPCF). DECA chapters can participate with up to four-member teams to develop a creative and unique fundraising campaign with NPCF branding. The fundraising campaign must have an uplifting and hopeful theme with a social media component and video.
Recognition
The top three teams will be recognized on DECA Direct Online and on stage during DECA’s International Career Development Conference (ICDC) in Orlando, FL. Each team will receive a travel stipend to attend ICDC.
- First Place: $2,000
- Second Place: $1,000
- Third Place: $1,000
Extra incentive prizes and challenge points will be provided to teams who raise a minimum of $43 (to honor the 43 children diagnosed with cancer each day in the U.S.).
Challenge Timeline
- Challenge Begins: September 1, 2024 (Pediatric Cancer Month)
- Challenge Submission Deadline: February 6, 2025
- Top 3 Teams Announced: February 21, 2025
- Top 3 Teams Travel to ICDC: April 26-29, 2025*
*Eligibility to attend DECA’s ICDC is determined by the chartered association advisor based on their rules and regulations. Finalists should consult with their chartered association advisor for eligibility guidelines and gain approval from their chapter advisor to attend the conference.
