Building Tomorrow’s Innovators Today

FIRST Indiana Robotics equips youth ages 4-18 with critical future-ready skills through inclusive, team-based robotics programs across Indiana.

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Our Programs

FIRST Indiana Robotics offers a progression of mentor-based robotics programs for students aged 4-18. Our programs inspire young people to be science and technology leaders and innovators by engaging them in exciting mentor-based programs that build science, engineering, and technology skills, inspire innovation, and foster well-rounded life capabilities including self-confidence, communication, and leadership.

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First Lego League

FLL® introduces STEM to children through fun, hands-on learning. Participants gain real-world problem-solving experiences through a guided, global robotics program using LEGO® technology, helping students and teachers build a better future.

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First Tech Challenge

FTC® students work together with their mentors to design and build robots to compete in a dynamic and exciting challenge released every September. Teams program classroom-scale robots to follow autonomous commands before student drivers take control in two-on-two matches.

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First Robotics Competition

Each January brings a new challenge for FRC® teams. Starting with a Kit of Parts, they design, program, and build industrial-sized robots to compete in an action-packed game on a themed field as part of a strategic three-team alliance, working together for victory.

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Prepare for Creativity

At FIRST Indiana Robotics, you’re invited to dive into hands-on learning, confront real-world challenges, and hone a broad spectrum of skills ranging from STEM disciplines—science, technology, engineering, and math—to crucial abilities like communication and teamwork. Our vibrant competitions—including the FIRST LEGO League, FIRST Tech Challenge, and FIRST Robotics Competition—provide a dynamic platform for you to display your innovative solutions, yet our journey goes beyond just constructing robots. Whatever your passion or talents, there’s a place for you here.

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Enrich Your Child’s Future

We embrace a simple philosophy: “We don’t use kids to build robots. We use robots to build kids.” This approach nurtures your child’s curiosity and fosters their development in an environment that values learning, teamwork, and problem-solving above all. By offering a safe and inclusive community, we ensure that your child has the opportunity to delve into their STEM interests, acquire essential life skills, and lay the groundwork for a promising future.

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Inspire the
Next Generation

At FIRST Indiana Robotics, mentors—including industry professionals, teachers, parents, and volunteers—partner with students of all ages to create an enriching experience that extends far beyond building robots. This collaboration instills confidence and self-respect in students, making them 50% more likely to attend college and twice as likely to pursue majors in science and engineering. By joining our community, you’ll play a pivotal role in guiding and inspiring the next generation of STEM leaders. Your involvement, regardless of a background in robotics or education, is crucial in cultivating a lifelong passion for learning and innovation among bright young minds. Together, we can make a significant impact oN their futures.

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Deliver to Indiana’s Advancement

Sponsoring FIRST Indiana Robotics, a 501(c)3 organization, in an investment in a future-ready, diverse workforce. Your support signifies a commitment to community and educational growth, and helps unlock STEM opportunities for Indiana’s youth. Explore our sponsorship opportunities to see how you can make a lasting impact on students, our communities, and Indiana’s future workforce.

EXPLORE SPONSORSHIPS
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Prepare for Creativity

At FIRST Indiana Robotics, you’re invited to dive into hands-on learning, confront real-world challenges, and hone a broad spectrum of skills ranging from STEM disciplines—science, technology, engineering, and math—to crucial abilities like communication and teamwork. Our vibrant competitions—including the FIRST LEGO League, FIRST Tech Challenge, and FIRST Robotics Competition—provide a dynamic platform for you to display your innovative solutions, yet our journey goes beyond just constructing robots. Whatever your passion or talents, there’s a place for you here.

student calculating

Enrich Your Child’s Future

We embrace a simple philosophy: “We don’t use kids to build robots. We use robots to build kids.” This approach nurtures your child’s curiosity and fosters their development in an environment that values learning, teamwork, and problem-solving above all. By offering a safe and inclusive community, we ensure that your child has the opportunity to delve into their STEM interests, acquire essential life skills, and lay the groundwork for a promising future.

GET INVOLVED
Parent and child working together

Inspire the
Next Generation

At FIRST Indiana Robotics, mentors—including industry professionals, teachers, parents, and volunteers—partner with students of all ages to create an enriching experience that extends far beyond building robots. This collaboration instills confidence and self-respect in students, making them 50% more likely to attend college and twice as likely to pursue majors in science and engineering. By joining our community, you’ll play a pivotal role in guiding and inspiring the next generation of STEM leaders. Your involvement, regardless of a background in robotics or education, is crucial in cultivating a lifelong passion for learning and innovation among bright young minds. Together, we can make a significant impact oN their futures.

GET INVOLVED
Team talking to Refs

Deliver to Indiana’s Advancement

Sponsoring FIRST Indiana Robotics, a 501(c)3 organization, in an investment in a future-ready, diverse workforce. Your support signifies a commitment to community and educational growth, and helps unlock STEM opportunities for Indiana’s youth. Explore our sponsorship opportunities to see how you can make a lasting impact on students, our communities, and Indiana’s future workforce.

EXPLORE SPONSORSHIPS
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Our future

Built better together

“FIRST is not just robotics. It’s really a mentorship program. So I’m learning how to run a business. I’m learning how to write grants. I’m learning how to make graphics and post on social media, how to talk in front of a large crowd of people, how to present, how to talk about the things that I’m really passionate about.”

ASHLEY L, FIRST Student Participant