Meet the Community

A Global Network, United by STEM

Every student, parent, volunteer, educator, and supporter is part of something bigger at FIRST. Explore how our global community fuels innovation, collaboration, and impact.

  • Volunteers

    Volunteers

    FIRST volunteers make STEM come to life — from setting up events to cheering on teams. No experience is required, just a passion for helping students succeed.

    • Support events in your local area
    • Inspire students through hands-on support
    • Volunteer roles for every interest and schedule

  • Mentors & Coaches

    Mentors & Coaches

    Mentors and coaches help students build technical skills and resiliency — shaping their confidence, leadership, and love for learning.

    • Help students design, code, and collaborate
    • Lead with empathy and expertise
    • No STEM background required to make an impact

  • Parents

    Parents

    Parents empower FIRST teams by offering encouragement, pitching in at events, or even starting teams. Their involvement makes all the difference.

    • Sign up your student for a team
    • Stay connected to their STEM journey
    • Volunteer or start a team in your community

  • Donors & Sponsors

    Donors & Sponsors

    From individual donors to global sponsors, our supporters fund access to high-quality STEM programs that change lives and futures.

    • Fund robotics teams or events
    • Provide in-kind donations or mentorship
    • Align your brand with innovation and inclusion

  • Educators

    Educators

    Educators bring FIRST into schools and classrooms — blending STEM education with teamwork, creativity, and real-world application.

    • Classroom-ready implementation options
    • Support for afterschool STEM programs
    • Professional development and peer collaboration

  • Alumni

    Alumni

    FIRST alumni carry their STEM skills into college, careers, and communities, often returning as mentors, donors, and advocates.

    • Join the global alumni network
    • Share your story and inspire others
    • Discover new ways to stay involved 

Volunteers

FIRST volunteers make STEM come to life — from setting up events to cheering on teams. No experience is required, just a passion for helping students succeed.

  • Support events in your local area
  • Inspire students through hands-on support
  • Volunteer roles for every interest and schedule

Mentors & Coaches

Mentors and coaches help students build technical skills and resiliency — shaping their confidence, leadership, and love for learning.

  • Help students design, code, and collaborate
  • Lead with empathy and expertise
  • No STEM background required to make an impact

Parents

Parents empower FIRST teams by offering encouragement, pitching in at events, or even starting teams. Their involvement makes all the difference.

  • Sign up your student for a team
  • Stay connected to their STEM journey
  • Volunteer or start a team in your community

Donors & Sponsors

From individual donors to global sponsors, our supporters fund access to high-quality STEM programs that change lives and futures.

  • Fund robotics teams or events
  • Provide in-kind donations or mentorship
  • Align your brand with innovation and inclusion

Educators

Educators bring FIRST into schools and classrooms — blending STEM education with teamwork, creativity, and real-world application.

  • Classroom-ready implementation options
  • Support for afterschool STEM programs
  • Professional development and peer collaboration

Alumni

FIRST alumni carry their STEM skills into college, careers, and communities, often returning as mentors, donors, and advocates.

  • Join the global alumni network
  • Share your story and inspire others
  • Discover new ways to stay involved