2021 FLL CHALLENGE SEASON COSTS

 Rookie Teams typically spend ~$800 and returning teams ~$400.   Overview of items that can be purchased through FIRST.

We have a small number of need-based grant money for teams to support under-served communities with demonstrated financial need.   Grant Application

What? Amount Why? Who do you pay?
Annual FIRST Team registration (individual team) and annual Explore set $99 plus shipping Support FIRST HQ and overall FLL program FIRST
NorCal Official Festival Registration (per event) $100 Support NorCal FLL Explore program and Festival. Includes participation certificates, participation pin, and a team trophy Playing At Learning
[optional] Festival Team Medal $25 each [includes shipping/handling] optional additional team recognition [can be added to registration to Festival registration] Playing At Learning
[optional] Festival Participant Trophy $45 each [includes shipping/handling] optional additional team recognition [can be added to registration to Festival registration] Playing At Learning
Annual Project Materials varies $25 to $100+ Estimated cost for materials needed for the team’s project and presentation. This can vary wildly depending on the team. local or online purchase - could be donated.
First year only: LEGO WeDo 2.0 kit OR LEGO Spike Essentials kit varies depending on where you purchase. If purchased with your FIRST Team registration, $275 plus tax/shipping Your team will need at least 1 LEGO robotics kit. Current model is Spike Essentials which is recommended if you are buying one LEGO Education
First year only: Computer. Laptop PC or Mac or iPad or Android tablet varies $200 or more Each team will need access to a computer – either a laptop or tablet. This will be used for programming the robot and possibly to help with the team’s project. Most people have the best experience with a laptop local or online purchase - could be donated. Nonprofits can purchase from techsoup.org
Team Tshirts & Snacks varies $100 or more Each team typically makes a custom Tshirt to highlight any sponsors as well as show off their team spirit. In addition, most teams have snacks/food at most meetings. local or online purchase - could be donated.