FIRST

FIRST is a global nonprofit organization that prepares young people for the future through a suite of life-changing youth robotics programs, building skills, confidence, and resilience in STEM education. Founded in 1989 by inventor Dean Kamen, FIRST has empowered 3.2 million youth participants worldwide, with 81% of alumni declaring majors in STEM by their fourth year of college. The organization offers a range of programs, including FIRST LEGO League, FIRST Tech Challenge, and FIRST Robotics Competition, designed to inspire students to be forces for change in their communities. FIRST's mission is to advance STEM education and provide a platform for young people to develop essential skills, creativity, and critical thinking. By fostering a global community of innovators, FIRST is shaping the future of science, technology, engineering, and math.