Gaining recognition as a student leadership organization

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Originally Posted by sanddrag

Since gaining this recognition is tied to federal and state funding, I think FIRST as a national organization needs to be more active on this front. We want to help, but don't know where to start with this one.

Here's the most direct way your team can impact FIRST's visibility in the capital. It continues to be a prime opportunity for teams to contact their representatives so they vote favorably on topics relevant to FRC teams, STEM and Eduacation. When I was a student, renewing No Child Left Behind was one of the big topics. Other mentors to the team would gladly enlighten you on our agenda this year.