Disney and Lucasfilm Team Up with FIRST to Inspire the Next Generation of Heroes and Innovators
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MANCHESTER, N.H. & BURBANK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Apr 13, 2019--Lucasfilm and parent company Disney, and the global K-12 nonprofit organization FIRSTĀ® (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology) today announced they are teaming up to inspire the next generation of heroes and innovators. As part of their Star Wars: Force for Change philanthropic initiative, Disney and Lucasfilm are providing a $1.5 million donation, in-kind and mentorship resources to help expand access to FIRST programs for more students globally, with a focus on underserved communities.
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