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ActiveFIRST (with sponsors including The DEKA Foundation, Bosch Community Fund, The Timken Company, and Jabil Cares Foundation) · 2026

FIRST Tech Challenge Hardship Grant (North America)

Quick Facts

Agency: FIRST (with sponsors including The DEKA Foundation, Bosch Community Fund, The Timken Company, and Jabil Cares Foundation)
Funding: Varies, up to $350 (can cover registration and products in the FIRST Tech Challenge Storefront)
Deadline: Check Source
Status: Active
Eligibility: New and veteran FIRST Tech Challenge teams in North America (US, Mexico, Canada) experiencing financial barriers to participation. Teams are nominated by the SoCal PDP for Southern California teams.

About This Grant

FIRST Tech Challenge Hardship Grant (North America) is sponsored by FIRST (with sponsors including The DEKA Foundation, Bosch Community Fund, The Timken Company, and Jabil Cares Foundation). This grant helps new and veteran FIRST Tech Challenge teams experiencing financial barriers to participation. The funds can only be used for FIRST Tech Challenge season registration and products in the FIRST Tech Challenge Storefront.

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Eligibility Requirements

New and veteran FIRST Tech Challenge teams in North America (US, Mexico, Canada) experiencing financial barriers to participation. Teams are nominated by the SoCal PDP for Southern California teams.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can apply for FIRST Tech Challenge Hardship Grant (North America)?

According to the current listing, eligibility includes: New and veteran FIRST Tech Challenge teams in North America (US, Mexico, Canada) experiencing financial barriers to participation. Teams are nominated by the SoCal PDP for Southern California teams. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.

How much funding does FIRST Tech Challenge Hardship Grant (North America) offer?

The current listing shows varies, up to $350 (can cover registration and products in the FIRST Tech Challenge Storefront). Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.

Who funds FIRST Tech Challenge Hardship Grant (North America)?

FIRST Tech Challenge Hardship Grant (North America) is funded by FIRST (with sponsors including The DEKA Foundation, Bosch Community Fund, The Timken Company, and Jabil Cares Foundation). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.

Which states are eligible for FIRST Tech Challenge Hardship Grant (North America)?

This opportunity targets applicants in California. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.

How do I apply for FIRST Tech Challenge Hardship Grant (North America)?

Start from the official opportunity page linked in this listing — it carries the sponsor's submission instructions.

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