Sponsorship
We are incredibly grateful for your consideration in supporting our team. Your sponsorship means the world to us and would greatly impact our ability to participate and excel in competitions.
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We understand the value of your contribution and assure you that it will be used wisely. Your support not only helps us with resources and equipment but also provides us with the motivation and confidence to push our boundaries and strive for excellence!
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FIRST
For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology
Your generous contribution will help us:
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Buy new parts, tools, and kits for our robots
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Pay for the registration fees and travel expenses for the competitions
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Attend workshops, camps, and mentorship programs to improve our skills
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Inspire more kids to join and enjoy robotics and STEM​
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Here is the complete breakdown of our budget and various cost categories
Budget and various cost categories
Item / Category | Desc | Unit Cost |
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FIRST Season | Registration cost to multiple events | $2,500 - $3,500 |
Robot Parts and Materials | Motors, servos, controllers, sensors, etc | $6,000 - $9,000 |
3D Printing & CNC | Sheet metal, iterations | $1,000 - $3,000 |
Tools and Equipment | Tools for building & maintaining the robot, inc. software | $1,500 - $3,000 |
Team Swag and Merchandise | T-shirts, stickers, banners, etc. | $1,500 - $2,500 |
Travel Expenses | Out of state travel | Not Budgeted |
Outreach (and misc) | Outreach, food, refreshments, shipping | $2,500 - $5,000 |
TOTAL | $15,000 - $26,000 |
Sponsorship Levels
Your contribution will not only help us, but also benefit you in many ways. By sponsoring our team, you will
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Receive a tax receipt for your contribution (IGNITE Pathways is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt nonprofit)
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Be featured on our website and social media as a sponsor
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Get your brand in front of hundreds of like-minded students, parents, and professionals
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Have the opportunity to visit our team and see our robots in action
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Make a positive impact on the future of robotics and STEM education
We offer a range of benefits for corporate sponsors at each sponsorship level.
Google Quals,
Innovate Award
“Really Cool Design.”
Santa Clara Quals, Finalist Alliance & Innovate Award
“Very impressive design from such a young team.”
Maker Faire,
Bay Area
“I've never seen a robot move like that before. Your robot's ability to move sideways is incredible!”