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FIRST Tech Challenge Hardship Grant (North America) is sponsored by FIRST (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology). This grant aims to help new and veteran FIRST Tech Challenge teams in North America who are experiencing financial barriers to participation. Funds are specifically for FIRST Tech Challenge season registration and products from the FIRST Tech Challenge Storefront.
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FIRST Tech Challenge | STEM Robotics Program for Grades 7-12 FIRST ® Tech Challenge students work together with their mentors to design and build dynamic robots to compete in an exciting game released every September. On and off the field, students develop STEM skills, engage in community outreach, practice engineering innovation, and build confidence to help them succeed.
ENGINEER A THRIVING PLANET New Season Challenge Coming Soon In BIOBUZZ™ presented by RTX, a new challenge releasing September 12, 2026, FIRST Tech Challenge teams will use engineering skills and amplify the excitement and energy found within the natural world. BIOBUZZ is part of the FIRST ® CANOPY™ season.
Get the Details on FIRST CANOPY Engaging Students Around the World in STEM Education of FIRST alumni declare a major in engineering or computer science by their fourth year of college Learn about FIRST Tech Challenge Take the next step and review key details for starting a team. Understand the associated costs to start FIRST Tech Challenge. A yearly challenge brings exciting new opportunities to build skills and robots.
Find local FIRST Tech Challenge teams and events in your area. One of the best ways to learn about our program is to experience an event and meet some of our teams. FIRST Tech Challenge Blog Key Changes to FIRST Tech Challenge Registration: What’s New 2026-2027 Season Pricing and Registration Updates Introducing FIRST Tech Challenge Skill Builders!
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: New and veteran FIRST Tech Challenge teams in North America experiencing financial barriers to participation. Teams are nominated by their Program Delivery Partner (PDP). Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to $1,585 (for season registration and products from the FIRST Tech Challenge Storefront). Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
FIRST Tech Challenge Hardship Grant (North America) is funded by FIRST (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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On July 22, 2026 the White House committed more than $5 billion to expand the Genesis Mission — the government-wide 'AI for science' effort — announcing 278 first projects and 14 National Science and Technology Challenges spanning health, energy, infrastructure, manufacturing, and national security. More than 15 federal agencies are contributing awards, datasets, and facilities. Here is how the pieces fit, why it reorganizes the science-funding map, and how to position for the awards flowing out of it.
Read articleOn July 22, 2026 the White House announced more than $5 billion and 15-plus federal agencies behind the Genesis Mission — a national effort to point AI at the hardest problems in science. Here is what the mission actually funds, how its five National Science and Technology Challenges map to real solicitations already opening, and how a research team or small business should position for the money flowing out of it.
Read articleOn July 22, 2026 the White House committed more than $5 billion to expand the Genesis Mission, DOE announced its first 278 project selections, and 15+ agencies organized their AI-for-science funding around five National Science and Technology Challenges. Here is what the mobilization means for universities, small businesses, and nonprofits — and how to position for the funding that flows from it.
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