The Robotics Catalyst Foundation
DonateWhat's included
A dedicated card for registration, parts, tools, and travel. No mentor's personal card, no reimbursement spreadsheets.
Your own fundraising page to share with family, alumni, and local businesses. Money lands in your team account.
Operate under our nonprofit status. Unlock grants and corporate sponsorships that require a registered charity.
Process
Send a short application with your program, team number, and contact info.
We review and typically respond within 3–5 business days.
Receive your team debit card and a link to your fundraising page.
Share your page and accept tax-deductible donations right away.
Requirements
Transparency
FAQ
No. Your team operates under our 501(c)(3) umbrella, so you can accept tax-deductible donations without the legal overhead of forming your own organization.
Registration fees, robot parts, tools, travel, and other team-related expenses. Your debit card pays vendors directly.
Yes — every donation through your page is processed under our EIN (39-2225353), and donors automatically receive a tax-deductible receipt.
Funds stay in your team's account and roll over to the next season. If a team disbands, remaining funds support our general mission.
Get started
Takes a few minutes. We'll review and respond within 3–5 business days.