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6,000+ students supported by grants yearly

Team grants given through contracts, grants and corporate contributions provide teams and students with key resources to compete at the state and national level. Apply for a grant.

22,000 mentors and coaches working with Texas teams

Volunteer professional mentors inspire young people to be science and technology leaders and engage them in programs that build science, engineering and technology skills. Become a mentor.

648,000 Volunteer Hours

FIRST^® volunteers fuel the mission providing teams and students support at events all year long.

200+ FIRST events held annually in Texas

Registering for FIRST ^®provides teams and students access to official events including expos, qualifiers, district, and state championships happening in Texas every year.

+30% of Texas students are interested in STEM careers

Help prepare students for their futures in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math.

Inspiring young people’s interest and participation in science and technology

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Thank You For Helping FIRST in Texas Create Opportunities for Texas Youth!

Thank You For Helping FIRST in Texas Create Opportunities for Texas Youth!

When we established FIRST in Texas, we could not have imagined how the community would rally behind our cause in such...Read More

A Tribute to Woodie Flowers and His Powerful Idea of ‘Gracious Professionalism’

A Tribute to Woodie Flowers and His Powerful Idea of ‘Gracious Professionalism’

It’s never easy when a hero leaves us. With the recent death of Woodie Flowers, the FIRST community has been...Read More

How STEM Programs Solve the Skills Gap Crisis in the Workforce

How STEM Programs Solve the Skills Gap Crisis in the Workforce

The skills gap in the workforce is no joke. It’s a serious issue. Even just a cursory search for...Read More

Volunteer Spotlight: Volunteer Coordinator

Volunteer Spotlight: Volunteer Coordinator

Being a Volunteer Coordinator (VC) is a rewarding experience. You can enjoy the community FIRST volunteer programs create and...Read More

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