FIRST Team Grant Opportunities
Funding
Varies
Grade Focus
K-12
Application Due
Rolling — check firstinspires.org
Level of Gov't
Nonprofit — FIRST
Eligibility
US schools and nonprofits in all states including Alabama. FIRST provides grants for robotics teams. Alabama schools with FLL, FTC, or FRC teams are eligible.
Program Goals
FIRST provides grants for robotics teams. Alabama schools with FLL, FTC, or FRC teams are eligible.
Read the GrantApplication and Distribution
Visit the program website for current application guidelines.
Cycle Notes
Annual or rolling program. Check the website for current Alabama opportunities.
Grant Award Amount
Varies by program and year.
Allowable Purchases
Forward Education Products for This Grant
These kits align to the learning outcomes this program funds.
- Coding for Good Kit — an all-in-one coding, robotics, and AI literacy toolkit using micro:bit for real-world challenges
- Forward Education Learning Platform — curriculum-aligned STEM lessons, coding tutorials, career profiles, and PD courses
- CodeCTRL controller with display for micro:bit — a handheld game-style controller for interactive games and physical computing
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Alabama schools apply?
Yes. Alabama schools are eligible.
How much does FIRST Team Grant Opportunities provide?
Varies
How do Alabama schools apply?
Visit the program website.
When is the deadline?
Rolling — check firstinspires.org
How can Forward Education help?
We provide curriculum alignment and letters of support.
Grant Support
Need Help Writing Your Grant Application?
Forward Education works with schools and districts to build strong funding proposals.
- Curriculum alignment documents — Alabama standards mapped to our kits
- Program quotes and pricing
- Letters of support
- Project ideas and scope-and-sequence
