Mission

The Robotics Education & Competition (REC) Foundation’s global mission is to provide every educator with competition, education, and workforce readiness programs to increase student engagement in science, technology, engineering, math, and computer science.

Vision

We see a future where every student designs and innovates as part of a team, overcomes failure, perseveres, and emerges confident in their ability to meet global challenges.

Accessibility

We offer free, user-friendly lesson plans and resources to support teachers in delivering engaging and effective STEM instruction. This commitment to educator development ensures a high-quality learning experience for all participants.

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Indigenous
Deaf and Hard of Hearing
Free/reduced lunch
Historically underserved communities
Rural Communities

Global Impact

With a global footprint spanning 109 countries, the REC Foundation is dedicated to fostering a passion for STEM worldwide. Our programs perpetuate an international community that exposes students to new perspectives and creates lifelong connections.

countries throughout the world participated in the 2023-2024 season.

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Grants

Through your generous support, the REC Foundation's Team Grant program empowers schools and organizations to participate in the world's largest and fastest-growing academic robotics competitions.
By matching these groups with the necessary resources, we're helping to ignite a passion for STEM and equip students with the skills they need to succeed in the future. Let's work together to create a brighter tomorrow.

1,466

Teams that recieved grants

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$1,791,314.34

Dollar amount awarded

3,042

Number of grants given out

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RECF Donation FAQ

This FAQ section is designed to answer questions you may have about donating to RECF.

By donating to the REC Foundation, you directly invest in the future of STEM education and support the next generation of innovators.

How your contribution sparks change:

Fueling Competition and Learning: Your gift is vital to our global mission as we seek to provide every educator with competition, education, and workforce readiness programs to increase student engagement in science, technology, engineering, math, and computer science. This empowers students to showcase their skills in exciting challenges, learn from each other, and gain hands-on experience at workshops.
Unlocking Access for All: Donations create opportunity through funding and grants, ensuring students from historically underserved communities can participate in robotics regardless of financial limitations.
Investing in Robotics Education: Your contribution helps develop and deliver engaging robotics curriculum materials for schools and community centers. With these programs, educators help inspire the next generation of technologists, engineers, scientists, and problem solvers.
Pushing the Boundaries of Innovation: With your support, we stay at the forefront of robotics technology, ensuring our programs continuously challenge students with cutting-edge concepts and skills – preparing them for the future of innovation.

By donating to the REC Foundation, you become the spark that ignites the potential of the next generation. Give today and unleash the innovators of tomorrow!

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 donate@recf.org.

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

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 email us at donate@recf.org.

Email volunteer@recf.org to learn more about different volunteer opportunities. If you wish to become an Event Partner and possibly host a competition, please email development@recf.org.

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

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

Please email giving@recf.org to get in touch with a representative to manage your donation.

The REC Foundation prioritizes the security of your personal and financial information. We employ industry standard security measures to protect your data.

Your information is confidential and will not be shared with individuals outside of the organization. At the REC Foundation, we prioritize the privacy and security of our donors’ information. Your trust is essential to our mission. We adhere to strict data protection practices to safeguard your personal data.

Yes, your donation to the Robotics Education and Competition Foundation (REC Foundation) is tax-deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, the REC Foundation is eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions.