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Your contribution will support STEM Diversity, Opportunity & Excellence
All Hands on Tech (AHoT), FIRST Tech Challenge Team #18127, is a competitive robotics team. In addition to programming and engineering, AHoT empowers high school students with transformative professional abilities such as teamwork, problem-solving, and public speaking. With a legacy of fostering STEM engagement, AHoT creates lasting change by mentoring younger students, offering outreach programs, and supporting members from the classroom to career placement.
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Nonprofit Category | AHOT Qualification and Supporting Justification |
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STEM Education | AHoT promotes STEM education through robotics programs, skill-building in CAD, programming, engineering, and hosting robotics leagues and workshops. |
Youth Development | AHoT equips middle and high school students with technical and professional skills, fostering teamwork, leadership, and mentorship opportunities. |
Education and Literacy | AHoT fosters STEM literacy by teaching programming, CAD, 3D printing, and critical thinking skills like iterative design and decision-making. |
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion | AHoT prioritizes inclusivity with a majority-girl team, a welcoming space for LGBTQ+ students, and representation from mixed ethnicities. |
Community Development | AHoT launched a six-team FTC league, mentors teams, hosts workshops, and engages the community to expand access to STEM opportunities. |
Workforce Development | AHoT prepares students for STEM careers with practical skills in CAD, machine learning, 3D printing, and project management, supported by internships. |
Robotics and Innovation | Robotics is AHoT’s core mission, inspiring innovation through competitions, workshops, and mentorship in cutting-edge technologies. |
Family-Oriented Support | AHOT engages families through tournaments and community events, building a supportive ecosystem for students. |
Local Nonprofits | Based in Central Oregon, AHOT supports its community by creating opportunities for underserved students and expanding access to robotics. |
Global Impact and Cultural Exchange | AHOT connects students to the global STEM community through FIRST, fostering cultural exchange and showcasing skills on an international platform. |
Advocacy and Policy | AHOT advocates for diversity and inclusion in STEM, addressing disparities and inspiring future leaders through its programs. |
Arts in STEM (STEAM) | AHOT integrates design, storytelling, and creativity into robotics projects, emphasizing the STEAM approach to education. |
Digital Equity and Technology Access | AHOT ensures underserved communities gain access to robotics and technology, bridging the digital divide through outreach and education. |
Volunteerism and Employee Engagement | AHOT involves engineers, parents, and mentors, fostering volunteerism to share knowledge and build community partnerships. |
Your Support Makes a Difference
AHoT is a volunteer-driven organization; 100% of contributions will directly benefit student education. An investment of $10,000 will fund:
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Robot design build: Essential parts, from batteries to wheels
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Competitions: Travel, setup, and fees
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Outreach: Expanding robotics leagues and mentoring underserved students in Oregon and beyond
What others are saying about AHoT
“Thank you FTC team 18127!” - FIRST Lego League (FLL) Team, at the Portland Qualifying Tournament
“Thank you!!!! We sincerely appreciate all your team does for us.” - Bobbi Kelly, Director of Programs and Operations for Oregon Robotics Tournament and Outreach (ORTOP)
“We truly appreciate you driving over the pass to come to us…thank you, thank you, thank you!!!” - Carey Kraybill, FTC Coach at Pacific Crest Middle School Bend, OR
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