BEACHBOTZ

SoWal Homeschoolers Robotics

Building the next generation of leaders in technology — students grounded in faith, character, and service through competitive robotics.

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FIRST Tech Challenge • AeroCoast League • Northwest Florida

Our Mission

Innovation begins with a strong foundation.

At BeachBotz, we are committed to putting God first in all we do — approaching engineering, teamwork, and competition with integrity, humility, and purpose.

Through the FIRST Tech Challenge, we are training up the next generation of leaders in technology — students who are not only skilled in robotics and problem-solving, but grounded in faith, character, and service.

Our goal is to equip young people to boldly step into the future, using their gifts to make a meaningful impact in their communities and beyond.

BeachBotz Robotics

About FIRST Tech Challenge

More than robotics.

FIRST Tech Challenge (FTC) is an international robotics program empowering students in grades 7–12 to design, build, and compete with fully functional robots. Teams collaborate to solve real-world engineering challenges while developing critical life and career skills — preparing the next generation of innovators, engineers, and leaders.

3,400+
Teams Worldwide
Grades 7–12
Student Eligibility
25
Teams in AeroCoast League

Sponsorship Opportunities

Partner with BeachBotz.

PIT CREW
$250 – $499
Logo on team website
Social media recognition
Name on team banner at competitions
DRIVE TRAIN
$500 – $999
All Pit Crew benefits, plus:
Logo on team shirts & merch
Recognition in printed materials
Invitation to team demo day
CONTROL SYSTEM
$1,000 – $2,499
All Drive Train benefits, plus:
Logo on robot & pit display
Quarterly sponsor spotlight
Invitation to competition events
AUTONOMOUS MODE
$2,500+
All Control System benefits, plus:
Season naming opportunity
Featured in impact report
Student thank-you presentation
First right of renewal

Custom partnership structures available for institutional funders, DOD STEM grants, and corporate foundations.

Year 1 Investment

Where your dollars go.

Budget Item Estimated Cost
FTC Starter Kit V3.1 (REV Robotics)$695
Control & Power Bundle (REV Robotics)$750
FIRST Team Registration (2026–2027)$325
AeroCoast League Event Fees (est.)$250
Additional Parts, Tools & Supplies$500
Team Shirts, Pit Banner & Branding$400
Travel to Regional/State Events$600
Year 1 Estimated Total $3,520

* Budget reflects competitive team startup per Doolittle Institute guidance. All figures are estimates and subject to change.

Year 1 Goals

Measurable outcomes.

8–12
Students
Homeschool students grades 7–12 from the SoWal community
1
Robot Built
Designed, programmed, and tested by students
4+
League Meets
Full AeroCoast League participation
2
Outreach Events
STEM demos for local schools & community
100%
Trained
Core skills in design, code, teamwork & presentation

Get Involved

Let's build something together.

Your partnership is an investment in the next generation of leaders — students being equipped with technical skills, character, discipline, and a strong foundation of faith.

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