We have donated funds to O.R.T.O.P, the Oregon Robotics Tournament and Outreach Program. O.R.T.O.P is the official, non-profit organization that structures and administers the FIRST programs, including FLL through Oregon and the Southwest. They organize FLL competitions in the regional and state level, they aim to expand S.T.E.M education
FIRST stands for For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology, a global non-profit organization that utilizes competitive robotics to help foster STEM education and life skills through K-12. The organization's goal is to build a future where science and technology are celebrated through Gracious Professionalism and Coopertition. Gracious Professionalism®: A way of doing things that encourages high-quality work, respects the value of others, and treats opponents with deep empathy. Coopertition®: A blend of cooperation and competition
We have donated numerous lego bricks and lego associated materials to our local community to help cultivate a love for lego. We have also held many utreahes where we discuss lego, joining the FIRST PROGRAMS, and our process to build a strong relationship and interest for LEGO.