About Us

Our History

Founded in 2009 at Shaker High School in Latham, NY, Shaker Robotics has grown from a small group of ten students to a robust organization of over 90 members. Guided by our group of industry and parent mentors, we simulate a professional engineering environment, preparing our members for the challenges of the modern workforce.

Our Mission

The mission of Shaker Robotics, FRC Team 2791, is to empower students to become the next generation of STEM innovators and community leaders. Operating as a student-run, mentor-guided team, we use the rigorous and fast-paced challenge of our 12-week competitive robotics season to teach real-world skills in engineering, programming, business management, and teamwork. As Shaker Robotics, we are dedicated to fostering an empowering and inclusive environment, advancing initiatives like #FIRSTLikeAGirl, and sharing our passion for technology with the broader community to inspire the leaders of tomorrow, today.

Achievements

World Championship Appearances
(2009, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2023)
Innovation in Control Award (2026)
Excellence in Engineering Award (2023)
Battlecry at WPI offseason winner
(2016, 2019, 2026)
4-time Regional winners
Award-winning engineering, industrial
design, programming, quality, and
innovation

#FIRSTLikeAGirl

Shaker Robotics is proud to serve as a #FIRSTLikeAGirl ambassador team. #FIRSTLikeAGirl is a community dedicated to empowering girls and women in FIRST robotics by building connections, increasing representation and creating opportunities for them to grow as STEM leaders. As ambassadors, we are committed to inclusivity and actively work to increase female participation in STEM through targeted demonstrations and hosting activities for our team and community.

Demographics

Our team serves 90-plus students a year, working hard to produce the best robot possible. Our team is made up of 30% females and 70% males. Our students come from grades 9-12 with about equal amounts per grade. Our students are supported by a dedicated group of 10 adult mentors who are parents, alumni, teachers, and industry professionals. Our students work in a professional machine shop to manufacture our robot parts. Students gain experience in CAD, milling, turning, assembly, wiring, programming, strategy, and robot maintenance.

Why Support Us

Operating a world-class robotics team requires an annual budget of approximately $75,000. The team is self-funded with coaching and facilities support from the North Colonie School District. Your support directly funds robot materials, competition registration fees, and travel expenses that make this program accessible to all students.

Strategic Value to Sponsors:

Talent Pipeline: Gain early access to our top-tier prospective STEM talent. Over 90% of our students pursue further education in STEM after graduating.
Brand Visibility: Showcase your brand to thousands of attendees at regional competitions and through our community outreach events.
CSR Alignment: Align your organization with positive social outcomes and prompt the next generation of STEM and industry

Friends of Shaker Robotics Incorporated is an IRC 501(c)(3). Donations are tax-deductible.

Sponsorship Tiers (For business or Individual)

Tier	Benefits
Community Supporter$0 – $500	Our deepest gratitude for your supportKnow you are supporting the next generation of STEM
Robot Builder$500 – $999	Logo or Name on team website, robot, and shirtsAcknowledgment as a sponsor at all competitions
Shaker$1,000 – $4,999	All Community Supporter benefits, plus:Official sponsor plaque for displayPersonal invitations to competitions and the year-end celebration banquet
Bionic Bison$5,000+	All Networker benefits, plus:Company mentions in all media articles about the teamDedicated student ambassadors at competition events

Other Ways to Support

Mentorship: Provide technical or non-technical guidance to our students.
In-Kind Donations: Materials, equipment, manufacturing services, apparel, or other goods and services. (Your sponsorship tier will be determined based on the relative value of your provided goods and services.)
Educational Opportunities: Host facility tours, job shadowing, or internships for our students.
Promotional Support: Mentions in your newsletters or on your corporate website.

Get Involved

Contact Us: [email protected]

Online Donation: https://givebutter.com/friends-of-shaker-robotics-inc

Mail Donation: Friends of Shaker Robotics, PO Box 52, Newtonville, NY 12128

Company Name: ________________________________________________

Contact Person: ________________________________________________

Email: _________________________ Title: _________________________

Deadline: To secure logo placement on current competition materials, sponsorships must be received by January 31.