Built by a community team, for community teams.
As a community-based FTC team, we know how challenging it can be to navigate FIRST without school infrastructure or established systems. The Oasis compiles the tools, lessons, and frameworks we wish we had when starting. This way other teams can build stronger, faster, and more sustainably.
The Oasis is our central resource guide designed specifically for:
Community teams
Rookie teams
Teams without school or district backing
The Oasis represents what we wish we had when we started.
Team registration basics
Banking, fundraising, and nonprofit pathways
Budgeting and sustainability tips
Running a team out of a home or shared space
Safety, storage, scheduling, and boundaries
Outreach ideas that don’t rely on school approval
Community partnerships and long-term impact