FUNducation

FIRST® LEGO® League Challenge Qualifier Tournament
2025-12-06 | Tuskawilla Titan Middle School, 1801 Tuskawilla Road, Oviedo, 32765, United States
Join FUNducation for an exciting day of innovation and inspiration at our FIRST® LEGO® League Challenge tournament, where youth aged 9-14 showcase their creativity through robotics and real-world problem-solving! Watch as teams of enthusiastic students compete with LEGO robots they’ve designed, built, and programmed to complete challenging missions on a themed playing field.
This free, family-friendly event offers a unique opportunity to cheer on local teams, explore hands-on STEAM activities, and see firsthand how robotics education is shaping the next generation of scientists, engineers, and leaders.
Whether you’re a parent, educator, or simply curious about youth robotics–come experience the energy, creativity, and Gracious Professionalism® that makes FIRST LEGO League tournaments an unforgettable celebration of learning and discovery!
Your donation makes these programs possible.

FIRST® LEGO® League Challenge Qualifier Tournament
2025-12-06 | Osceola Science Charter School, 2849 N. John Young Parkway, Kissimmee, FL, 34741, United States

FIRST® LEGO® League Challenge Qualifier Tournament
2025-12-07 | Montverde Academy, 17235 Seventh Street, Montverde, United States

FIRST® LEGO® League Challenge Qualifier Tournament
2025-12-13 | Boca Ciega High School, 924 58th St. S, Gulfport, FL, 33707, United States

FIRST® LEGO® League Challenge Qualifier Tournament
2025-12-13 | St. Charles Borromeo Catholic School, 21505 Augusta Ave., Port Charlotte, 33592, United States

FIRST® LEGO® League Challenge Qualifier Tournament
2025-12-13 | Rockledge High School – FRC Pink, 220 Raider Road, Rockledge, FL, 32955, United States

FIRST® LEGO® League Challenge Qualifier Tournament
2025-12-13 | Full Sail University, 3300 University Boulevard, Winter Park, 32792, United States

FIRST® LEGO® League Challenge Qualifier Tournament
2026-01-10 | Mckeel Academy of Technology, 1810 W Parker St, Lakeland, FL, 33815, United States

FIRST® LEGO® League Challenge West Regional Championship
2026-01-16 - 2026-01-17 | Walker Middle Magnet School, 8282 North Mobley Road, Odessa, 33556, United States

FIRST® LEGO® League Challenge Central Regional Championship
2026-01-23 - 2026-01-24 | Spruce Creek High School – FRC Smash, 801 Taylor Road, Port Orange, 32127, United States

MATHCOUNTS 2026
2026-02-13 08:00 - 15:00 UTC | State College of Florida Bradenton, 40 26th St., Bradenton, FL, 34207

FIRST® LEGO® League Challenge State Championship
2026-02-20 - 2026-02-21 | Shorecrest Preparatory School, 5101 1st Street NE, St. Petersburg, FL, 33703, United States

Engineers Week
2026-02-22 - 2026-02-28

Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day
2026-02-26 15:30 - 17:30 | Dr. Janet S. Pullen S.T.E.A.M. Center, Saint Stephen’s Episcopal School, 420 41st St W, Bradenton, FL, United States
Join FUNducation for an afternoon that inspires girls in grades 3-5 to imagine their role in engineering a better world. They will participate in hands-on activities, meet local engineers, and explore career pathways at this free event.
Space is limited so register today!

Toothpick Bridge Building Contest
2026-02-28 09:00 - 13:00 | The Mall at UTC – Macy’s Entrance, 140 University Town Center Dr., Sarasota, United States
The Toothpick Bridge Challenge is a fun, annual event for students in the Sarasota & Manatee County area. Sponsored by local engineering professional societies and run completely by volunteers, the contest awards cash prizes to the most efficient bridge designs every year. The event was started in 1989 as an outreach activity for local engineers who want to inspire students to become interested in science, technology, engineering, and math.
See toothpickbridgesrq.wordpress.com.

LEGO Robotics Expo
2026-02-28 10:00 - 13:00 | The Mall at UTC – Center Court, 140 University Town Center Dr., Sarasota, FL, 34243, United States
See what LEGO robotics is all about as we celebrate FIRST LEGO League Explore and Challenge teams in this festive event. Learn how you can get involved as a participant, volunteer, mentor, coach, donor, or spectator!

Carwise Aerial Drone Competition Powered by FUNducation
2026-03-07 08:00 - 17:00 | Carwise Middle School, 3301 Bentley Drive, Palm Harbor, 34684, United States
See middle and high school students demonstrating their drone piloting skills at this FREE fun tournament.

FIRST LEGO League Central & West Regional Explore Festival at UCF
2026-03-21 08:00 - 12:00 | Addition Arena, 12777 Gemini Blvd. N, Orlando, United States
You’re invited to see what students in grades 2-4 have accomplished during the FIRST LEGO League Explore Unearthed season. Join us at this FREE expo that is part of the exciting action at the FIRST Robotics Competition (grades 9-12).

Giving Challenge: Meet & Greet with Boston Dynamics/Spot
2026-04-15 12:00 - 14:00 | Gold Coast Brewing, 7051 Wireless Ct, Sarasota, United States
Professionals are invited to join FUNducation for an open house style event to meet representatives from Boston Dynamics, learn about robotics in different sectors, and see Spot in action.
This event is part of the Giving Challenge, a 24-hour giving event hosted by the Community Foundation of Sarasota County, with giving strengthened by The Patterson Foundation. Your online donation of $25 – $100 will be matched when you give between noon, April 15, and noon, April 16.
RSVP. Space is limited.
This is part of a daylong series of Giving Challenge events. See our calendar for other opportunities.

Giving Challenge
2026-04-15 12:00 - 2026-04-16 12:00
Support FUNducation with a gift of $25 to $100 that gets matched.
The Giving Challenge is a 24-hour giving event hosted by the Community Foundation of Sarasota County, with giving strengthened by The Patterson Foundation.
Support during events like this helps make it possible for FUNducation to offer the hands-on programs, competitions, and learning experiences that allow students to explore STEAM and real-world problem solving.
Donate online between noon, April 15, and noon, April 16, to double your impact.

Giving Challenge: Students See Spot Run
2026-04-15 15:00 - 17:00 | Gold Coast Brewing, 7051 Wireless Ct, Sarasota, United States
At this invitation-only event, students will meet Boston Dynamics revolutionary Spot robot and participate in hands-on learning activities.
This event is part of the Giving Challenge, a 24-hour giving event hosted by the Community Foundation of Sarasota County, with giving strengthened by The Patterson Foundation.
Your online donation of $25 – $100 will be matched when you give between noon, April 15, and noon, April 16.
Request an invitation. This is part of a daylong series of Giving Challenge events. See our calendar for other opportunities.

Giving Challenge: Brews & Bots
2026-04-15 17:30 - 20:00 | Gold Coast Brewing, 7051 Wireless Ct, Sarasota, United States
Join FUNducation during the Giving Challenge for soulful vibes, lite bites, libations, and robotics with Spot from Boston Dynamics. Explore our mission and programs and fuel our 2026 Giving Challenge Goals!
The Giving Challenge is a 24-hour giving event hosted by the Community Foundation of Sarasota County, with giving strengthened by The Patterson Foundation.
Your online donation of $25 – $100 will be matched when you give between noon, April 15, and noon, April 16.
RSVP. Space is limited.
This is part of a daylong series of Giving Challenge events. See our calendar for other opportunities.

Suncoast Remake Learning Days: Beyond Gaming - Esports & STEAM Careers
2026-04-18 13:00 - 18:00 | Manatee School for the Arts, 700 Haben Blvd, Palmetto, FL, 34221
Join us for a fun-filled event of gaming and learning during Suncoast Remake Learning Days 2026!
Suncoast Remake Learning Days is a 15-day festival of FREE events for children and families hosted by Suncoast Campaign For Grade Level Reading and sponsored by The Patterson Foundation.
This year we will be bringing the event back to both Sarasota and Manatee counties to engage youth and their families in STEAM career pathways through esports including:

Open Gaming of various titles
Gaming Tournaments
Esports Industry Speakers
Virtual Reality Experience
Food, Fun, and more!

Register

Suncoast Remake Learning Days: Beyond Gaming - Esports & STEAM Careers
2026-04-25 10:00 - 14:00 | Alfred R. Goldstein Library at Ringling College of Art and Design, N.E. Corner of Old Bradenton Rd. &, Dr Martin Luther King Way, Sarasota, FL, 34234

FUNducation Summer STEAM League Camp (Week of June 1)
2026-06-01 08:30 - 2026-06-05 17:00 | Dr. Janet S. Pullen S.T.E.A.M. Center, Saint Stephen’s Episcopal School, 420 41st St W, Bradenton, FL, United States
Robotics, drones, engineering, virtual reality, artificial intelligence, science, and math for children in rising grades K-8.
Cost: $325 for the week, which includes FUNducation gear + take-home project.
Location: Dr. Janet S. Pullen STEAM Center, 420 41st St. W, Bradenton, FL 34209
Hours: 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Register

FUNducation Summer STEAM League Camp (Week of June 8)
2026-06-08 08:30 - 2026-06-12 17:00 | Dr. Janet S. Pullen S.T.E.A.M. Center, Saint Stephen’s Episcopal School, 420 41st St W, Bradenton, FL, United States

FUNducation Summer STEAM League Camp (Week of June 15)
2026-06-15 08:30 - 2026-06-19 17:00 | Dr. Janet S. Pullen S.T.E.A.M. Center, Saint Stephen’s Episcopal School, 420 41st St W, Bradenton, FL, United States

FUNducation Summer STEAM League Camp (Week of June 22)
2026-06-22 08:30 - 2026-06-26 17:00 | Dr. Janet S. Pullen S.T.E.A.M. Center, Saint Stephen’s Episcopal School, 420 41st St W, Bradenton, FL, United States

FUNducation Summer STEAM League Camp (Week of June 29)
2026-06-29 08:30 - 2026-07-03 17:00 | Dr. Janet S. Pullen S.T.E.A.M. Center, Saint Stephen’s Episcopal School, 420 41st St W, Bradenton, FL, United States

FUNducation Summer STEAM League Camp (Week of July 6)
2026-07-06 08:30 - 2026-07-10 17:00 | Dr. Janet S. Pullen S.T.E.A.M. Center, Saint Stephen’s Episcopal School, 420 41st St W, Bradenton, FL, United States
