FIRST Robotics Competition Grants

 
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    Funder Type

    Private Foundation

    IT Classification

    A - Primarily intended to fund technology

    Authority

    For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology (FIRST)

    Summary

    FIRST Robotics aims to engage kids in kindergarten through high school in exciting, Mentor-based, research and robotics programs that help them become science and technology leaders, as well as well-rounded contributors to society.

    The mission of FIRST is to inspire young people to be science and technology leaders, by engaging them in exciting Mentor-based programs that build science, engineering, and technology skills, that inspire innovation, and that foster well-rounded life capabilities including self-confidence, communication, and leadership.

    Team grants are sponsor-directed funds that are distributed by FIRST Headquarters. If you receive a grant, please make sure to read the sponsor's instructions carefully. Each sponsor has different requirements. Depending on the grant, the funds can cover:
    • Registration
    • Product
    • Expenses
     

    History of Funding

    None is available.

    Additional Information

    Receiving a national grant can be a competitive process, with each sponsor evaluating teams based on different criteria. Submitting a grant application does not guarantee funding for your team. In fact, only about 50 percent of teams receive a national grant during a typical FIRST Robotics Competition season.

    Contacts

    FIRST Staff

    FIRST Staff
    200 Bedford St.
    Manchester, NH 03101
    (603) 666-3906
    (603) 666-3907
     

  • Eligibility Details

    Teams must meet the following criteria to be eligible:

    • Teams must be new (first year)
    • Teams must be from a country that has an existing official FIRST Robotics Competition event.
    • Teams should have at least one committed mentor.
    • The application must include a copy of team fundraising plan.

    Deadline Details

    Applications were to be submitted by September 30, 2019. A similar deadline is anticipated, annually.

    Award Details

    Awarded teams will receive $6,000 in registration grants over the period of two seasons ($4,000 in season 1 and $2,000 in season 2).

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