The Oakville Senior High School Robotics Parent’s Association or ORPA, asks that you please take a few moments to learn about our upcoming Trivia Night and consider participating by donating to our silent auction or gift card balloon pop. ORPA is a newly formed 501(c)(3) formed to provide funding and support for the Oakville Senior High School Robotics Team.

On Saturday, January 14, 2023, we will host our inaugural fundraising event, a Trivia Night, at St. Margaret Mary in South St. Louis County. This evening is dedicated to raising funds to support the Oakville Dynamics FIRST Robotics Challenge Team 8719, and their 2023 competition season.

FIRST, is a non-profit organization committed to expanding STEM opportunities for young people. FIRST hosts a variety of competitions from Pre-K through 12th grade. Younger students start competition in LEGO League and progress to FRC, the highest level of competition. Last year, Oakville Dynamics received the Rookie Inspiration Award and the Highest-Seeded Rookie Team Award. After a successful rookie season, Oakville Dynamics began mentoring elementary and middle school teams, as well as offering community outreach through lower level robotics competitions. The team budget (available by request) for the 2023 season includes parts for a competitive robot, competition entry fees, travel expenses for when the team advances beyond regional competition, an enclosed trailer for safe & reasonable transportation of the robot.

Please consider helping us with a product donation, service from your business, or financial sponsorship. All donations are greatly appreciated and a tax receipt will be provided upon request. Your donation can be something as simple as a gift certificate to your business, swag with your business logo, a night on the town, a weekend at your favorite resort, or cash via a financial sponsorship.

Our event is expected to draw approximately 300 supporters and local residents. Your company name will be displayed at the event, on 30+ tables and through digital projection throughout the evening.

Thank you for your consideration and support.