Success Breeds More Success! 
Thanks to the generous FIRST Community, the 2008 FIRST Annual Fund raised more than $660,000 this year. These funds will go a long way in helping FIRST to continue inspiring young people across the country and around the world. The funds will go to where they are needed most; to teams and events in need, as well as operational expenses. We continue to grow our programs and regional events during the 2009 season and beyond, so your support is more important than ever. As you have seen in news media after news media over the summer months, FIRST's mission to inspire the next generation of science and technology heroes is more critical than ever. Please consider supporting the 2009 FIRST Annual Fund, and together we will bring the FIRST experience to more young people than ever! Donate now.