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Win the Impact Award

4 steps

FIRST's most prestigious award goes to the team that best embodies the mission. Build the sustainable program, outreach, and story that earns it.

By the end, you'll be able to

  • Run a sustainable team: structure, funding, and continuity
  • Plan and document outreach with measurable community impact
  • Craft compelling media that tells your team's story
  • Assemble a winning Impact Award submission and presentation
  1. Step 1·Getting Started with FRC

    Know what FIRST values

    The Impact Award is about FIRST's mission. Start by understanding the values and culture the award actually rewards.

  2. Step 2·Business, Operations & Fundraising

    Build a sustainable team

    Sponsorships, budgets, structure, and continuity — the operational backbone judges look for in a thriving program.

  3. Step 3·Media, Branding & Outreach

    Run impactful outreach & media

    Plan community outreach, measure its impact, and capture it in media that makes your story undeniable.

  4. Step 4·The Impact Award

    Craft the submission

    The capstone — assemble the essay, executive summary, video, and presentation that turn your work into a winning entry.

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