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FIRST (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology)

FIRST Robotics Competition Team Support Grant (need-based registration help)

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Key facts

Deadline
Due Oct 25, 2026 · 16 days left
Award size
Not stated: see the official notice
Match ?
Not required · Work out your budget and match
Who can apply
School district, Nonprofit with 501(c)(3)
Where
Anywhere in the U.S., including Tennessee

How this fits you

  • Available in Tennessee (nationwide program)
  • No match required

Tell us who you are to see whether you're eligible.

About this grant

Robotics teams in real need can ask for help paying the rest of their season sign-up fee. It is mainly for teams outside the U.S., but U.S. teams may apply. Funding is very limited.

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Ask a partner for a letter

Your schedule, working back from the deadline

  1. Oct4
    Ask partners for letters of support or commitment (already past: do it now)
    Suggested: partners need about three weeks to write and sign letters.
  2. Oct19
    Finish a complete draft for a final review
    Suggested: leave about a week for someone else to read the draft.
  3. Oct22
    Submit
    Suggested: submit a few days early in case the form or email has trouble.
  4. Oct25
    Deadline
    From the funder.

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