What is the main goal of DECA's community service initiatives?

The main goal of DECA's community service initiatives is to develop civic-minded leaders and encourage social responsibility. This focus on civic-mindedness allows DECA members to actively contribute to their communities, fostering a sense of empathy and service among future business leaders. By participating in community service, members learn the importance of giving back, understanding societal needs, and the role businesses play in their local environments. This initiative helps cultivate leadership skills and a commitment to community values, which align well with the broader educational aims of DECA.

Membership engagement, competition among chapters, and fundraising for projects, while important aspects of DECA, are secondary to the core mission of instilling a sense of civic responsibility through community involvement. The emphasis on developing leaders who are aware of and dedicated to their community is central to DECA's vision and goals.