The range of opportunities that STEM education—science, technology, engineering, and mathematics—opens up for young people today is broader than ever before. The organization FIRST® helps children unlock their future through a proven formula that includes inspiration, hands-on learning, team problem-solving, mentorship, and celebration of achievements.

More Than Robots® is a life-changing global community of mentors, educators, volunteers, sponsors, parents, and alumni, all wholly devoted to helping young people build the skills, self-confidence, and perseverance required for success.

FIRST®’s engaging hands-on programs have proven their effectiveness: they create lasting impact on STEM learning and students’ interest in these disciplines. Working in teams within a creative learning environment, FIRST® participants tackle an annually refreshed robotics challenge.