FIRST Robotics

In 2016 PG&E launched a partnership with FIRST® Robotics and Playing at Learning to develop our next generation of STEM leaders by providing grants to students participating in robotics competitions. PG&E believes in FIRST's mission to inspire and celebrate science and technology in a team-based context and is dedicated to providing access to STEM education opportunities for diverse and underserved communities.

Why FIRST?

FIRST Robotics has a proven model for inspiring young people to be science and technology leaders, by engaging them in exciting mentor-based programs that build science, engineering and technology skills that spur innovation and that foster well-rounded life capabilities including self-confidence, communication and leadership.

A longitudinal study released by FIRST Robotics notes that of students who participate in the program 98% increase problem-solving skills,86% are more interested in going to college and 75% of pursue a STEM field. FIRST alumni are twice as likely to major in science or engineering, and 33% of female alumnae major in engineering.

Funds will be disbursed on a rolling first-come, first-serve basis throughout the year.

Eligibility Criteria

• Teams must reside within the PG&E service area.
• Teams must be part of Title One school or meet demonstrated need criteria.

Funding Applications

FIRST Lego League Grant Application for 4-8 grade teams
FIRST Tech Challenge Grant Application for 7-12 grade teams

Contact

CommunityRelations@pge.com