FIRST Works! FIRST inspires our young people to become scientists and engineers. FIRST Tech Chall INSPIRING NEXT GEN STEM LEADERS We inspire, excite and motivate our youth into pursuing careers in the science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) workforce. Our affordable and sustainable STEM programs open doors to the worlds of science and technology for all Northern California K-12 youth with a focus on ensuring access and participation for underrepresented minority and underserved youth. We have partnered with FIRST to deliver on this mission.