The
Chrysler Foundation announced more than $230,000 in grants to
support students participating in FIRST Robotics Competition (FRC)
(grades 9-12) and FIRST Tech Challenge (FTC) (grades 7-12) programs in
Arizona, Illinois, Indiana and Michigan. In total, The Chrysler
Foundation will distribute 47 grants to help young people discover and
develop a passion for science, technology, engineering and math.
"Chrysler Group's ability to compete and succeed in the future depends in part upon our ability to maintain the pipeline of students that pursue STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) careers," said John Nigro, Head of NAFTA Product Development – Chrysler Group LLC. "The real-world experience that students gain through their participation in FIRST is invaluable in preparing students for the future."
The Chrysler Foundation grants – ranging from $750 to $5,000 per team – will enable an estimated 1,100 middle and high school students to participate in regional and district competitions. Subsequently, The Chrysler Foundation will award a total of $21,000 in grants to teams that advance to the 2015 FIRST Championship, April 22-25, 2015 in St. Louis, MO.
"The Chrysler Foundation is proud to play a role in helping students discover the rewards and excitement of education and careers in science, technology, engineering and math," said Jody Trapasso, Senior Vice President - External Affairs, Chrysler Group LLC and President of The Chrysler Foundation. "We are equally proud of our employees who generously give their time and skills to help mentor students and serve as competition coordinators."
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