Help CavBots build a robot for the 2020 FIRST Robotics competition season.
This fundraiser is organized by Shawn Jordan
Fundraiser goal
$2,220 of $12,000 raised
19% completed. Raised by 29 donors
About
CavBots is a self-funded competition robotics team that provides hands-on learning in the fields of engineering and programming. Students at College Park High School in The Woodlands, TX get an amazing opportunity to design and build robots from scratch. Each year students are given a new challenge and must collaborate to design, fabricate, assemble, program and eventually compete against other teams from around the world. The students develop a wide variety of technical skills as well as interpersonal skills that will benefit them in college and throughout their lives.
In the lab, students are using 3D modeling software (Solidworks) to design and CAD parts. They use those designs to machine stock aluminum and mill, saw, grind, lathe and cut parts. After assembly, the students perform their own wiring and electrical work before programming takes over. Using java, the students program the robots various motors, pneumatics and sensors to perform both automated and remotely controlled tasks.It's a full circle process and the kids do it all themselves while mentors provide guidance.
In the community, students visit other elementary and middle schools to coach and support other robotics endeavors. It's all about building the idea of gracious professionalism and promoting STEM throughout the community. FIRST Robotics, the parent organization, also offers many opportunities for students to learn leadership skills, network with other teams and earn scholarships.
You can learn more at www.cavbots.com or www.firstinspires.org
What I’m Raising Money For
Our team needs almost $60,000 to cover our expenses this year. We need money for raw materials, tools, robot parts, travel expenses for competitions, registration fees for competitions and to help support community robotics projects in our neighboring elementary and middle schools.
Why You Should Give
This is an amazing program with amazing kids. Once you see the enthusiasm and energy the kids have for this program, it becomes infectious. You want to see more; you want to tell your friends about it. CavBots will happily host you if you wish to come to our lab and see what it's all about. This is money well spent!! Your donation is also tax deductible as money is channeled through TWCP Cavalier Robotics Booster Club which is a 501(c)(3) non-profit.
Top team members
Team members
Sponsorship levels
$1,000
Level 6
We can afford some new laptops and controllers for competition this year. THANK YOU and we will also list you as a sponsor on our competition banners, website and our fundraising literature.
$500
Level 5
Thanks to you, two kids will get to go to competition in Del Rio, Texas in March 2020. THANK YOU and we will also list you as a sponsor on our competition banners, website and our fundraising literature.
$250
Level 4
At this level we can buy some of the electronics that we use. A big heart felt thank you! Look for your name on our website.
$100
Level 3
Help get the robots' wheels turning! Your donation buys a Dual 775 Sport-Planetary Gearbox so the new robot can move across the competition field to complete its tasks. THANKS for moving us towards success! We'll list you on our website.
Reward sponsors
$65
Level 2
This can buy us a motor or an aluminum tube to use on our robot! As an added thanks we will add your name as a donor on our website: www.cavbots.wordpress.com
$25
Level 1
Every dollar counts, literally! We can use this money for rivets, drill bits, wiring and all the small items that really add up fast. THANK YOU!
Activity and updates
December 27, 2019
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Arlin and Naomi Holtan gave $100.00
December 26, 2019
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Lora Tuschl gave $20.00
For my nephew Elijah Guillory.
December 23, 2019
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Christina Greig Frome gave $25.00
December 21, 2019
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Nida E Woodfall gave $100.00
We want to be part of this exceptional program encouraging bright young minds of the future!
December 16, 2019
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Christelle Hunt gave $25.00
CavWHAT? CavBOTS!!!!!
December 14, 2019
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David and Kathy Hirschman gave $50.00
December 11, 2019
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Kim Mittendorf gave $30.00
December 10, 2019
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The Lemkers gave $200.00
December 9, 2019
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Cade and Carson gave $100.00
Because we support you and love you very much! -
Brent Estes gave $25.00
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Adam Stevens gave $100.00
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Joy Oguchi gave $100.00
To support Maggie, David and their team -
Clint and Suzie Lidstrom gave $25.00
YAY Ethan! #GoCavbots! -
Blaine Weaver gave $100.00
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Byron J McDonald gave $100.00
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Paul Kennedy gave $100.00
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Darrell Scanlan gave $50.00
December 8, 2019
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Randall gave $100.00
December 4, 2019
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The Carpenters gave $25.00
Because we love Maggie, women in STEM and want to support this program!
December 3, 2019
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Mike and Mary gave $65.00
So proud of you guys!
November 27, 2019
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Re: Your donation.
Update from Jeremiah Grubbs
Thank you for helping us towards achieving our target. We appreciate your contribution and will use it to further our mission and vision. If possible, please consider sharing this page with others. By forwarding our Piggybackr page, you can help spread us spread awareness of our team and our mission. Thank you for your support.
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Anonymous gave $50.00
CavBots need robot parts!