Richmond County Schools Receive $10K Grant for Robotics Programs

The Generac Foundation's funding will support STEM education and hands-on learning opportunities.

Apr. 14, 2026 at 7:38pm

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A bold, abstract painting featuring sweeping geometric arcs, concentric circular forms, and precise mechanical spirals in a vibrant color palette, conceptually representing the interconnected concepts of robotics, STEM education, and the potential for young students to become future innovators.A grant-funded initiative aims to inspire the next generation of problem-solvers by providing elementary students with hands-on robotics and STEM learning opportunities.Augusta Today

The Generac Foundation has awarded a $10,000 grant to the Richmond County School System in Georgia to boost robotics and STEM education at nine elementary schools. The grant will provide students with programmable robots, expand STEM exploratory classes, and offer professional development for teachers in emerging technologies.

Why it matters

The initiative aims to inspire the next generation of problem-solvers and innovators by giving students early exposure to hands-on robotics and STEM learning. Strengthening STEM education at the elementary level can help develop critical thinking and collaboration skills that are in high demand.

The details

The grant, provided through the Georgia Youth Science & Technology Centers, will support the expansion of elementary STEM exploratory classes and the implementation of robotics programs across nine schools. The funding will also cover the purchase of class sets of programmable robots and provide professional learning opportunities for teachers in emerging technologies.

  • The initiative was launched this year with schools receiving the robotics equipment.
  • The program will be fully implemented across the nine schools next year.

The players

Generac Foundation

A charitable organization that supports STEM education and community initiatives.

Georgia Youth Science & Technology Centers

A private nonprofit organization that operates nine regional locations to offer hands-on STEM challenges, teacher training, and science kits.

Eric Lewis

Principal of Lamar-Milledge Elementary School, who expressed excitement about the opportunities the grant will provide for students to engage with STEM in a hands-on way.

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What they’re saying

“This grant opens the door for our students to engage with STEM in a hands-on, meaningful way. We're excited to expand our STEAM efforts by launching a robotics club and integrating these tools into our fourth- and fifth-grade classrooms. Opportunities like this allow our students to think critically, collaborate, and see themselves as future innovators.”

— Eric Lewis, Principal, Lamar-Milledge Elementary School

The takeaway

The Generac Foundation's grant to the Richmond County School System demonstrates a commitment to fostering STEM education and hands-on learning opportunities for elementary students. By providing access to robotics and innovative curriculum, the initiative aims to inspire the next generation of problem-solvers and innovators.