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Will University Interscholastic League (UIL) (Texas, USA only) be administered by the RECF or VEX Robotics?

May 20, 2026

The RECF will continue to administer the UIL RECF Robotics Division. We have a 5-year agreement that was signed on February 3, 2026, and goes through August 31, 2030.

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Will Season Registration Fee Waivers be available for teams this season?

May 20, 2026

Yes, the Fee Waiver program that we have had in place, will remain in effect for the 2026-2027 season. Details will be available soon in the RECF Library.

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Will the RECF continue to support JROTC programs?

May 20, 2026

Yes. Our relationship with the JROTC is stronger than ever, and we are proud to continue to support and expand our support of the programs.

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Regarding 3D-printed objects: The game manual for this season states that 3D-printed parts are not allowed, but the recent email communication seemed to suggest otherwise. What is the final rule on this? Specifically, our team wants to 3D print a license plate holder but they are hesitant. Will this be permitted?

May 20, 2026

Information regarding the rules for the RECF Robotics Competition is coming soon.

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Do I get a tax receipt?

October 25, 2024
Yes, you will receive an email that contains a receipt of your donation. If you would like an additional receipt at the end of the year totaling all your donations, please email giving@recfoundation....
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Can I designate my donation to a specific program area?

October 25, 2024

Yes. When making your gift, use the dropdown menu to select the area where you would like your donation applied.

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Can I designate my donation to a specific team?

October 25, 2024
Donations under the amount of $5,000 may not be delegated towards a specific team. If you are looking to make a donation of $5,000 or more and would like for it to go towards a specific team, please ...
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How can I get more involved with the organization?

October 25, 2024
Email volunteer@recfoundation.net to learn more about different volunteer opportunities. If you wish to become an Event Partner and possibly host a competition, please email development@recfoundation...
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Can I see your organization’s financial statements?

October 25, 2024

You are able to see our Annual Reports in the link provided.

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Is RECF a 501(c)(3) nonprofit?

October 25, 2024

Yes, the RECF is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Your donation is tax-deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law.

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How do I manage my monthly donations?

October 25, 2024

Please email giving@recfoundation.net to get in touch with a representative to manage your donation.

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Is my donation secure?

October 25, 2024
The Robotics Education & Competition Foundation prioritizes the security of your personal and financial information. We employ industry standard security measures to protect your data. ...
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Is this donation tax deductible?

October 25, 2024
Yes, your donation to the Robotics Education & Competition Foundation is tax-deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, the RECF is eligible to receiv...
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What do you do with my information?

October 25, 2024
Your information is confidential and will not be shared with individuals outside of the organization. At the Robotics Education & Competition Foundation, we prioritize the privacy and security of...
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What does it mean to be Girl Powered?

August 23, 2024
It means supporting your teammates to try new things and reach outside of their comfort zones. Being Girl Powered means finding girls who you don’t see in robotics, getting them try it, and show...
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Why specifically girls and not boys?

August 23, 2024
There is no shortage of boys in robotics. Everything that we’re doing through Girl Powered is so that one day, our community will better reflect our society, at which point there won’t be ...
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How can my team be more Girl Powered?

August 23, 2024

By supporting this initiative, promoting it to other teams and taking the Girl Powered pledge. More information about the pledge can be found here.

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Why does it seem like girls are in the limelight?

August 23, 2024
We’re shining the spotlight on the successes of girls in STEM as a way to increase awareness for our program. We want girls to feel like they have a place in VEX just as much as boys. Many of th...
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Are girls getting a competitive advantage?

August 23, 2024
In order to reach a more diverse culture in VEX Competitions, we’ve launched this initiative to start a conversation. Specifically, we are working towards increasing female participation. The Gi...
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Can a JROTC program partner with an existing robotics program at our school?

July 25, 2025
Yes JROTC programs are encouraged to work in partnership with their existing school programs, but there are some rules that could apply. Army JROTC Programs are given the guidance that teams shou...
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Is there an LOI or SOP for Army JROTC robotics?

July 25, 2025
Currently, there isn’t a LOI or SOP for robotics. Please consult with your brigade leadership for more details or contact JROTC@recf.org. ...
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Where is the JROTC National Championship?

July 25, 2025

Check back soon for information about the 2027 JROTC National Championship.

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How do JROTC Teams qualify to the National Championship?

July 25, 2025
Generally, JROTC Invitationals will qualify teams directly to the JROTC National Championship. Unfilled spots will be invited from the JROTC Global Skills list (All services). ...
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Can JROTC Teams compete in both the JROTC National Robotics Championship and the high school division of the World Championship?

July 25, 2025
Yes, if a JROTC team qualifies for both events they are encouraged to represent their program in both competitions. This is not a violation of G4 as they are different programs. ...
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If a school already has a team can they have a JROTC team with a different base number or must it have the same base number?

July 25, 2025

Having a different base number is the best route. We want the JROTC program to have their own base numbers.

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2025-2026 Signature Event Updates

  1. An Event Partner wanting to apply to host a Signature Event must have hosted events for at least 2 seasons prior to applying. 
  2. Signature Events must use the officially branded award banners for the Excellence Award and Tournament/Teamwork Champions Award.
  3. When hanging field skirts the VEX Robotics logo/brand name can not be covered up on the competition fields.
  4. VEX V5 Robotics Competition Signature Events may have regional capacity and max per organization restrictions lifted 8 weeks before the event if the event is not full (similar to the process already in place for VEX IQ Robotics Competition Signature Events).
  5. Minimum pit size reduced to 8’x 8’ instead of 10’x10’.
  6. Beginning in the 2025-2026 season, the REC Foundation will collect $10 instead of $5 per team registration on all Signature Events. This is to help offset travel costs for REC Foundation staff to support these larger events.

2025-2026 Signature Event Application Reminders

  1. Existing Signature Events only need to complete the Final Application (due by March 31, 2025)
  2. New Signature Event concepts will need to complete the Initial Proposal by January 31, 2025 and if approved, complete the Final Application by March 31, 2025.
Crowd watches the Signature Event in Minnesota's Mall of America
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