Looking for a way to give back to our community this holiday season? Skunk Works Robotics, a FIRST Robotics team serving students from Burien and West Seattle, is calling on the community to help them reach a critical fundraising goal.
The team – comprised of students in grades 8-12 – has extended its campaign deadline to Jan. 15, 2025, as they aim to secure $5,000 in matching funds from a generous supporter.
As of now, the team has raised over $4,000, but the additional funds are essential to offset unexpected monthly building rental costs beginning in January.
“This match is especially critical, as they have come up against unexpected and unbudgeted monthly building rental costs starting in January,” organizers said.
These unexpected costs could hinder their ability to provide scholarships and fully fund their build and travel season, which involves designing and building a 125 lb. competition robot in 8 weeks, and traveling to four local competitions, including the regional competition in Cheney, WA, and hopefully the FIRST Robotics Worlds competition in Houston, Texas, which they last attended in 2023.
Skunk Works Robotics, which is a 4-H community team, has provided hands-on STEM education to local students for over 18 years, regardless of their financial situation.
Volunteer mentors and coaches have helped the team achieve a 100% college acceptance rate and pave the way for successful STEM careers.
How to Help
Donations can be made online via the team’s website at https://www.skunkworks1983.com/donate, or by mailing a check to:
Skunk Works Robotics Booster Club
P.O. Box 81062
Seattle, WA 98108
Include “Matching Campaign” in the memo line.
Night of Giving will be at The Cove on Saturday, Feb. 22
Save the Date – the annual Skunk Works Night of Giving will happen on Saturday, Feb. 22, 2024 from 5-9 p.m. at the Cove at Normandy Park.
The night will be full of ways to give, with various ticket levels, a raffle of fantastic, themed baskets, the ever-popular Dessert Dash, and of course a delicious spaghetti dinner and 2025 Robot Reveal!
“For the first time in a few years, we’ll also be celebrating our graduating seniors. We hope you can come enjoy a fun evening, while catching up with your Skunk family and supporting the Skunks!”
For more info, follow the team’s progress and updates on Facebook and Instagram.
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