The Wheelhouse Foundation exists to expand access to STEM education and leadership development for students of all backgrounds. Through robotics, artificial intelligence, engineering, mentorship, scholarships, research, and community partnerships, we empower young people to become innovative problem-solvers, engaged citizens, and future leaders committed to creating positive change.
Our Programs →Based in DFW
North Texas
Robotics Programs
FIRST · VEX · RECF
Community Events
30+ hosted
Volunteer Hours
20,000+
Competitive & Educational Robotics Programs
We support three core robotics program families, connecting students with the resources, mentorship, and competition opportunities they need to thrive.
FIRST Robotics
FeaturedFIRST (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology) runs world-class robotics competitions that inspire innovation and prepare students for STEM careers.
FRC — FIRST Robotics Competition (High School)
FTC — FIRST Tech Challenge (Middle & High School)
VEX Robotics
VEX Robotics offers hands-on, competitive robotics platforms designed to engage students from elementary through high school in engineering design and teamwork.
VEX IQ — Elementary & Middle School
VEX V5 — Middle & High School Robotics Competition
RECF
The Robotics Education & Competition Foundation (RECF) is a 501(c)(3) whose mission is to increase student interest and involvement in STEM through robotics. Wheelhouse Foundation is proud to align with RECF's mission across DFW.
Visit recf.org to learn more about the Robotics Education & Competition Foundation.
Community Events
Workshops, scrimmages, and outreach across DFW
Volunteer Network
Mentors and event volunteers supporting teams at practices and competitions
Sponsor Partnerships
Connecting local businesses directly to programs that need support
Parts & Registration
Kits and registration assistance for teams facing cost barriers
Three Years of Work in North Texas
Updates from DFW
Over 200 Students Attend Annual DFW Robotics Jamboree
FIRST and VEX teams from across North Texas gathered for a day of scrimmages, workshops, and preparation ahead of competition season.
Volunteers Reach 20,000 Hours of Service
Mentors and event volunteers across DFW have contributed more than 20,000 hours over the foundation's first three years.
Access Summit Connects Teams with Local Sponsors
Five new sponsorship agreements resulted from a day of meetings between local businesses and robotics teams across the metroplex.
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Support Our WorkFuel the Next Generation of Innovators
A gift of $100 helps stock a team's parts kit. $500 can cover competition registration for a season. Every contribution supports students and programs across DFW.
Get Your Team Involved
Whether you're a student, parent, coach, or educator — we have a program for you. Enroll in FIRST FRC, FTC, VEX IQ, or VEX V5 programs and get the support your team needs to compete.
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