Mentor or Coach a FIRST Team

Become a Mentor or Coach Apply to Mentor a Team in California Your contribution to the success of FIRST programs is immeasurable. Mentors and Coaches are individuals from all backgrounds and disciplines who work with students to share their knowledge and guide them...

Volunteer with FIRST

Volunteer at an Event Be part of a community with a vision for the future. VOLUNTEER FOR FIRST Volunteers make up 99% of the FIRST workforce.   FIRST volunteers are part of a global robotics community preparing young people for the future. Even if you only have a...

Start a Team

Start a FIRST Team We’ll provide you with all the support, ideas, and encouragement you need to succeed. JOIN THE FIRST FAMILY Hoping to join an existing team? FIRST does not match children to existing teams due to our privacy policy. We encourage those looking...

Become a FIRST Sponsor

Become a FIRST Sponsor Inspire the next generation of creative problem solvers. SPONSORSHIP Build the future workforce. By partnering with FIRST California, you invest in developing the next generation of STEM leaders. Your sponsorship helps foster a pipeline of...

California Leadership

California Leadership Meet Our Team  FIRST ROBOTICS COMPETITION – Grades 9-12 REGIONAL DIRECTORS DAVID BERGGREN SENIOR REGIONAL DIRECTOR – San Diego, Imperial, Orange, Riverside, and San Bernardino More About Dave A native San Diegan, David Berggren...
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