about first south carolina 

The mission of FIRST South Carolina is to transform the employment horizon and opportunities for our South Carolina students through a fun and engaging exposure to STEM concepts in a holistic educational experience. 

FIRST South Carolina works to inspire the next generation of STEM leaders in South Carolina by providing access to the FIRST progression of programs, from FIRST LEGO® League to the FIRST Robotics Competition, ranging from ages 4 to 18 years old. We organize competitive events in all three FIRST programs as well as non-competitive, showcase, training, workshops and informative events.

We work with South Carolina school districts, individual schools, teachers, parents and community groups to provide support needed to effectively and provocatively teach K-12 STEM through the implementation of FIRST programs. We are engaged in education through professional development, enrichment activities for students, and public advocacy – all designed to engage and inspire students in STEM fields.

For more information about our organization, contact Dr. Trish Hallstone, President, at Trish.Hallstone@FIRSTSouthCarolina.org

You may also directly donate via Charity Proud at

https://firstsouthcarolina.charityproud.org/Donate

or by sending a check (made out to “FIRST South Carolina” and sent to FIRST South Carolina, PO Box 729, Ridgeville, 29472). Please indicate if you wish your donation to go to a specific program.