How Spirit Box Supports FCCLA
Spirit Box isn’t just a vending machine—it’s a fully customizable, real-world business platform that your FCCLA chapter can manage.
It provides a hands-on opportunity for students to practice entrepreneurship, marketing, financial literacy, and community service, all while preparing for competitive events and earning funds for conferences.
How Spirit Box Benefits Family, Career and Community Leaders of America
Spirit Box supports all three FCCLA pathways:
Human Services – through service-based vending programs
Hospitality & Tourism – by simulating guest-centered vending experiences
Education & Training – by involving younger students or teaching others about entrepreneurship
Student-Run Business
Students:
Choose products (snacks, school supplies, hygiene kits, spirit items, etc.)
Price and market items
Create branding and signage
Track profits and inventory
Use profits to fund chapter events, community outreach, or competitions
Project Documentation
The Spirit Box program generates usable assets for STAR Events:
Sales reports
Budget and inventory records
Marketing collateral
Business plans and presentations
Community impact metrics (when using proceeds for service)
FCCLA STAR Events That Pair Perfectly with Spirit Box
Entrepreneurship
Students develop and implement the vending machine business plan
Real sales, real inventory, real marketing = authentic project portfolio
Hospitality, Tourism & Recreation
Students develop and implement the vending machine business plan
Real sales, real inventory, real marketing = authentic project portfolio
Food Innovations
Students develop and implement the vending machine business plan
Real sales, real inventory, real marketing = authentic project portfolio
Financial Literacy
Budgeting for inventory
Profit & loss tracking
Investment return reporting
Students develop and implement the vending machine business plan
Real sales, real inventory, real marketing = authentic project portfolio
Sustainability Challenge
Professional Presentation
Present their vending business model and results
Include visuals from branding, machine wraps, and customer outreach
Leadership
Students take on roles: CFO, Marketing Director, Operations Lead, etc.
Document leadership responsibilities and decisions
Community Service Project
Donate vending profits or products to local shelters, families in need, or school programs
Stock items that address unmet needs (e.g., period products, hygiene kits)
Proceeds from Spirit Box sales can cover:
Registration fees
Hotel/travel costs
Uniforms or chapter t-shirts
Additional Integration Opportunities
National Program Tie-Ins
Financial Fitness – managing money and setting chapter goals
Power of One – individual contributions to the vending program
Student Body – promoting healthy choices via curated snack selections
Fundraising for National & State Conference Travel
Raise Funds While Building Skills
Spirit Box isn’t just a business tool—it’s a money-maker.
Every item sold puts profit straight into your chapter’s pocket. Students get real-world experience and help fund things like competition trips, dues, events, and service projects—all by running their own vending machine.
SNACK BOX
New York
Tappan Zee High School
SALES $47,007
2023-24
SPIRIT BOX
Kansas
Basehor-Linwood High School
SALES $36,893
2023-24
BEVERAGE BOX
New Mexico
Rio Rancho High School
SALES $39,278
2023-24
What’s Included with Spirit Box
Customizable, cashless vending machine
Online dashboard for sales & inventory tracking
Training materials for students and advisors
Ongoing support and customer service
Fundraising tools and reorder options
Shipping & delivery included
Ready to Elevate Your chapter’s Impact?
Empower your FCCLA chapter with a real-world business experience that builds leadership, financial literacy, and career-ready skills—while boosting student engagement.
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Yes! Spirit Box is designed to be student-led, providing training and resources to empower students in managing operations effectively.
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All profits generated can be allocated to FCCLA initiatives, offering a sustainable and educational fundraising solution.
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Not at all. Spirit Box comes with comprehensive setup guides and ongoing support to ensure a smooth implementation.
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Absolutely. FCCLA members have the flexibility to select products that resonate with the student body, enhancing engagement and sales.
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No! Spirit Box works across multiple pathways. While it aligns with marketing, finance, and entrepreneurship, it also builds teamwork, problem-solving, and communication skills for students in any program.
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Spirit Box eliminates many of the barriers associated with running a school store. There’s no need for a staffed location or store hours—Spirit Box operates 24/7, generating revenue even when school is closed. With lower overhead costs and minimal operational requirements, students can focus on managing business strategies rather than dealing with logistics. The cashless payment feature also increases accessibility, making it easy for students to purchase items using digital wallets or credit cards.
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Yes—shipping and delivery of your Spirit Box machine is always included.
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Yes! You’ll receive onboarding materials, tech support, and optional curriculum tie-ins to ensure smooth and successful implementation.