FIRST Chesapeake

FIRST Chesapeake Official FIRST® partner. FIRST Chesapeake operates under the umbrella of VirginiaFIRST, a registered 501(c)(3) organization founded in 1999.

We’re here to provide life-changing robotics programs that give young people in DC, Maryland, and Virginia the skills, confidence, and resilience to build a better world. FIRST Chesapeake is a non-profit organization that supports the mission and vision of FIRST® (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology) in the District of Columbia, Maryland and Virginia. Our mission is to:
- Ins

pire youth to become science & technology leaders by engaging them in robotics programs that build STEM skills
- Promote the spirit of creativity, innovation and entrepreneurship
- Foster valuable life skills such as leadership, teamwork, and creative thinking
- Help young people acquire the knowledge and skills needed to compete in our technology-driven global economy
- Encourage students to pursue STEM-based academics and future careers. Our programs directly impact over 7,000 middle and high school students. Each year, 60,000+ individuals attend 20+ robotics competitions in the FIRST Chesapeake District. FIRST Chesapeake also works closely with our local FIRST partners to bring a seamless progression of K-12 STEM-based programs to youth in the District of Columbia, Maryland and Virginia.

09/01/2026
09/01/2026
09/01/2026
had a PACKED room for their interest meeting! 🔥Interest meetings are where potential new team members get their first l...
08/29/2026

had a PACKED room for their interest meeting! 🔥

Interest meetings are where potential new team members get their first look at everything FIRST has to offer.

We can’t wait to see our teams welcome new members, develop new skills, and take on another exciting season. 💙🤖❤️

hosted a bake sale at Potomac Village in Maryland! Team 21587, thank you for representing FIRST in your community and p...
08/28/2026

hosted a bake sale at Potomac Village in Maryland! Team 21587, thank you for representing FIRST in your community and putting in the work to support your team. We hope the bake sale was a success!💙🍪

recently hosted an Introductory CAD & Programming Workshop, giving students the opportunity to learn foundational skill...
08/27/2026

recently hosted an Introductory CAD & Programming Workshop, giving students the opportunity to learn foundational skills they can carry with them into future FTC seasons! Keep up the great work, Team 23377! 🌸🤖

We love seeing our FIRST teams introduce new students to the world of robotics and all the opportunities that come with ...
08/26/2026

We love seeing our FIRST teams introduce new students to the world of robotics and all the opportunities that come with getting involved! We can’t wait to see what you accomplish this year, ! 💥

Every season, 2,700+ volunteers power FIRST Chesapeake events across Virginia, Maryland, and DC - refereeing matches, ju...
08/25/2026

Every season, 2,700+ volunteers power FIRST Chesapeake events across Virginia, Maryland, and DC - refereeing matches, judging awards, running fields, inspecting robots, and cheering on 10,000+ students as they build, compete, and discover what they're capable of.

🤖 No robotics experience? No problem. Most of our volunteers had never touched a robot before their first event. If you can keep score, welcome a team, or bring energy to a room, we have a role for you.

JOIN US on September 2, 2026 for a quick virtual session. We'll discuss

💥 The roles available this season (one day or season long)
💥 What a competition day actually feels like
💥 How to sign up and get matched with events near you

Register and save the Google Meet link ➡️ www.firstchesapeake.org/event-details/volunteer-information-session

presented and demonstrated their robot to several technology and manufacturing companies in Frederick, Maryland.Through...
08/21/2026

presented and demonstrated their robot to several technology and manufacturing companies in Frederick, Maryland.

Throughout July and August, the team visited Leonardo DRS, INPRO Technologies, and Phoenix Mecano to share details about their 2026 FRC Rebuilt season and showcase their robot's technical capabilities.

We're grateful for the companies that continue to support our teams and provide students with valuable insight into future career opportunities. Thanks for sharing, Team 686!

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240 W Main Street Suite 100/V42
Charlottesville, VA
22902

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+18045728454

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