BEST of Texas Robotics

A nonprofit organization

$14,300 raised

95% complete

$15,000 Goal

HELP US FEED FUTURE INNOVATORS


WHY Support  BEST of Texas Robotics?

BEST of Texas Robotics is a dynamic middle and high school program dedicated to preparing young people for STEAM excellence and workforce readiness. What sets our program apart is that it’s offered at no cost to public, private, charter, and homeschool students. We believe every student, no matter their background, deserves access to high-quality STEAM education. This is where your support matters most.

Our mission is to equip students with the skills needed to tackle future challenges in critical industries like aerospace and semiconductors. This year’s Low G season, focused on missions to the Moon and Mars, aligns perfectly with the national focus on technological innovation.

Our students transform everyday materials—like plywood, PVC pipes, and screws—into extraordinary machines. Using components such as irrigation valve covers, piano wire, BRAIN programmable platforms, and micro-energy chain systems, they build functional robots capable of completing specific tasks within three minutes. In just eight weeks, they turn these raw materials into impressive machines.

Through BEST of Texas Robotics, students gain vital skills for the semiconductor and aerospace industries. They learn programming, coding, and cybersecurity—critical for developing advanced semiconductor technologies. By simulating space exploration and satellite design, students gain real-world experience applicable to aerospace careers. Precision engineering, automation, and quality control are central to both aerospace and semiconductor sectors, and our program provides students with hands-on practice in these areas.

We also emphasize renewable energy systems and smart grid technologies, key to the aerospace industry’s shift toward sustainability. Students work on robotic systems for assembly and maintenance, preparing them for roles in semiconductor fabrication and aerospace manufacturing. Additionally, collaboration, communication, attention to detail, critical thinking, and following complex directions ensure students are ready for the high-tech industries of tomorrow.

But this incredible program isn’t just about machines—it’s about the future of our students. Many of those we serve come from Title 1 schools, where teachers already stretch limited budgets to cover transportation and lodging, often leaving nothing for meals. That’s why we need your help to Feed the Future Innovators. By providing meals at our Championship, you ensure that students can focus on learning and competing without the worry of going hungry.

As a former principal, I’ve seen firsthand how dedicated teachers are to their students. They often pay out of their own pockets to make sure kids have what they need to succeed. But they can’t do it all alone. Our goal is to raise $15,000 to help feed 3,500 students during the Championship. Every $15 donation feeds one student, giving them the energy and focus to compete at their best.

Your donation not only provides a meal—it supports a student’s dream and lifts the burden off teachers who are already giving so much. This investment in the future workforce helps nurture the next generation of engineers, programmers, and innovators.

Your donation is more than just financial support—it’s a testament to your belief in education, innovation, and community. Join us in empowering young minds, supporting dedicated teachers, and shaping the future of STEAM. Together, we can ensure every student has the chance to excel, and every teacher has the support they deserve.

  

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Mission

The mission of BEST of Texas Robotics (BTR) is to transform education by engaging, inspiring, and empowering students to pursue post-secondary education and careers in engineering, science, and technology. Through a dynamic, sports-like robotics program, BTR promotes STEM learning and equips students with essential skills for college, careers, and military readiness. A key pillar of our mission is offering the program at no cost, ensuring equity and accessibility for all students—regardless of their background, location, or prior exposure to STEAM opportunities—so they can succeed and thrive in an evolving workforce.

Needs

At BEST of Texas Robotics, we are committed to preparing students for the rapidly evolving technological world they will face. By designing challenges with real-world applications, we ensure our students are equipped with the latest tools and skills required in today’s workforce. To keep up with these advancements, we are refreshing our robotics kits with updated technology, enabling students to design, build, and program robots in new and innovative ways.

As we expand our reach to more schools, the demand for additional robotics kits grows. However, a crucial need we face right now is to feed our students during their participation in our programs. Many students come from Title 1 schools, where transportation and lodging are often covered, but meals are not, leaving students and teachers scrambling to fill the gap.

The easiest and most impactful way to support BEST of Texas Robotics and feed the future innovators is through generous donations. Your contributions not only help us provide updated robotics kits but also ensure that students can focus on their learning without worrying about meals. By supporting BEST of Texas Robotics, you make it possible for us to continue offering an innovative and comprehensive robotics experience at no cost to students, staff, or districts. Together, we can nurture the next generation of technology leaders while ensuring their basic needs are met.

Equity Statement

BEST Robotics of Texas is an innovative robotics program that prepares students for STEM related fields. We believe that all students should understand that STEM careers or college pathways are accessible to them. Diversity, equity, and inclusion are at the core of who we are and our commitment to these values is unwavering. We celebrate multiple approaches and points of view and strongly believe that diversity drives innovation. We are continually working to broaden the audience of educators and students participating in our programs and the mentors and volunteers with whom they work.

Organization Data

Summary

Organization name

BEST of Texas Robotics

other names

BTR

Tax id (EIN)

81-0841333

Guidestar

Causes

Education - STEM

Operating Budget

$100,000 - $249,999

Counties Served

Grayson, Wise, Tarrant, Somervell, Rockwall, Parker, Palo Pinto, Navarro, Montague, Kaufman, Johnson, Hunt, Hood, Fannin, Erath, Ellis, Denton, Dallas, Cooke, Collin

BIPOC Serving

Native American, Hispanic or Latinx, Asian/Pacific Islander, Black or African American

BIPOC Leadership

Both the Executive Director/CEO and Board Chair

Equity Statement

Equity Statement

Address

5200 S. Colony Blvd PO Box 560866
The Colony, TX 75056

Phone

469-333-1181

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