Please Donate or Sponsor Us!

Item	Cost
Rent & Utilities	$8,400
Registrations	$16,500
Robot Parts	$9,000
Travel	$7,800
Food	$2,400
Marketing & Fundraising	$2,500
Clothing	$2,000
Tools & Build Site Materials	$1,000
Total​	​$49,600

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​To build a robot from scratch based on specified design parameters is a monumental undertaking that is very similar to efforts by a high-tech startup company. We start with an identified problem, engineer a solution, build a prototype, test the prototype, and engage in all business aspects thereof.  This requires a substantial budget for fabrication tools, software, raw materials, and even specialized parts.  The competitions also involve travel and out-of-town lodging, and potentially out of state. ​ Because we receive limited financial support from the school system, we depend heavily on local businesses and corporate sponsors, who collectively fund 95% of our operating budget.

​​We are a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, Wildcat5e FRC Robotics, Inc., so donations to us may be tax deductible. Some of the promotional benefits of being a sponsor are listed below. We appreciate donations of any amount and kind (e.g., tools, equipment, materials, mentorship, software, services, and food/drink). Checks can be made out to Wildcat5e FRC Robotics, or you can click here to donate:

In addition to the tangible benefits mentioned above, your donation has the following impact:

• Skills learned fill the business and technical gaps in our workforce: Business, Management, Power tools, Programming, Electronics and Wiring, 3D modeling, Design, and Fabrication
• Your potential future employees: When students start looking for a career, they will already be famliar with your company due to your support and dedication to our team
• Community Service: We have a saying - "Steel sharpens steel."  Our students pay it forward - each generation passes knowledge onto the next.  This includes sharing our knowledge and excitement by engaging with middle school STEM students and others in the community.