About FIRST

FIRST is an acronym standing for “For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology, and is a nonprofit organization that hosts and sponsors an international competition for high school students.

Mission statement:

Our mission is to inspire young people to be science and technology leaders, by engaging them in exciting mentor-based programs that build science, engineering and technology skills, that inspire innovation, and that foster well-rounded life capabilities including self-confidence, communication, and leadership.