latest Updates
Patrick Felty Named Executive Director
FIRST in Texas announced that its Board of Directors has named Patrick Felty to the position of Executive Director, effective immediately. Felty previously served as the Development Director at FIRST … Read More
What STEM Advocacy Really Means (And Why It’s a Game Changer for Kids)
Advocacy of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) in our education systems and communities is life-changing for young Texans. Just ask Paula. At nine years old, Paula’s favorite subject is math. … Read More
Grant Opportunities
grant applications for the 2017-2018 Season are closed.
If you have been asked to submit an application for the 2017-2018 season, please contact us.
Updated Information for 2018-2019 Season Grants coming soon.
Remember to review the Grant Calendar for important dates, and the Grant FAQ for updated information about the application and award process.
Application Information
Each organization which provides funding for team grants has their own targets and goals for their funding. By completing our application your team will be reviewed for eligibility for all grants and considered for all grants for which your team is eligible.
All of the information collected in our application is relevant to the targets or goals of one or more of our grantors. Data collected in our application may be used in connection with grant reporting, newsletters, websites and marketing materials associated with FIRST® Robotics. At no time will student identifiable information be released or published; only aggregated information.
Review the different sections below to see for which grant(s) your team qualifies:
Texas Workforce Commission (TWC)
The Texas Workforce Commission grant serves as an opportunity to help develop new high school aged teams in the State of Texas. In particular, we are looking for teams coming from under-served or financially limited communities, or teams who reside in communities where FIRST® Robotics is not as well established.
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Dell
The Dell grant is aimed at serving teams in financial and underrepresented students (females and/or minorities). More specifically, Dell is looking to provide financial support to those teams who prove that they need it, and prove that they can use this grant to make a difference in their communities.
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3M
In an effort to promote science, technology, and engineering in the community, 3M has offered grants to teams who demonstrate outstanding academic achievement, have a need for financial assistance, or have proven that they can make a difference in their community through FIRST® Robotics.
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Rackspace
As part of a strong tradition of community involvement, Rackspace is proud to announce that they are offering grants for FIRST® teams in the San Antonio area. If your team/school is part of the feeder pattern to Roosevelt HS in San Antonio’s NEISD, you are encouraged to apply for this grant.
Updated information coming soon
Toyota Texas
Toyota Motor Manufacturing Texas is proud to announce that they are offering grants for FIRST® teams in the San Antonio area as part of their Backyard Strategy. If your team is located in a school district adjacent to the Toyota plant in San Antonio, you are encouraged to apply for this grant.
Updated information coming soon
Qualcomm
As worldwide sponsor of FIRST®, Qualcomm has committed to continuing to provide financial support for teams located near their Austin office.
Updated information coming soon
Grants not Administered by FIRST® in Texas
Additional grants are available through other sources outside of FIRST® in Texas, including national grants from FIRST® and corporate grants.
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