I have already participated in the loan program. Can I apply again?

Yes! We are so happy that you enjoyed the program so much that you want to do it again! We particularly like giving loans to schools who loved the Finches so much that they’ve tried to establish a permanent flock, no matter how small. We’ve had a lot of schools have luck with getting grants […]

I have some Finches already. Can I apply anyhow?

Yes! We’d love to give you a chance to super-size your Finch program for a few months. The Finch and the loan program are all about increasing access to computer science, so please use the loan program as an opportunity to recruit more kids into your CS classes, share your students’ knowledge with younger students, […]

Can I loan the Finches to library patrons or to my students for use at home?

We envision the Finch robots being used only in library or school settings, and we would strongly prefer that they not be checked out individually. Some programs have had negative experiences loaning out robots and not getting them returned. If you cannot return the Finches within the required time frame, you will need to purchase […]

Can organizations that are not schools/libraries apply?

Yes! We are happy to support all organizations that are teaching kids to code. We are especially interested in summer programs since the robots do not like being idle all summer, waiting for school to start! The main criteria to consider is that your organization has a non-profit mission. We prefer that you provide free programs for […]

Can a group of organizations apply together?

We are happy to receive applications that combine users across nearby schools or libraries, regardless of whether they are in the same district. Our main requirement is that we can ship to and from a single address. You should consider building time in to distribute and then collect the robots from participating organizations.

What kinds of activities can I do with the Finches?

There are a myriad of activities you can do with the Finches and we have many ready-to-go lessons and inspiration ideas located on the Finch Activities page on our website (just choose your coding preference to begin!) With sensors, buzzers, LEDs, and even a pen mount for drawing, the options are limitless! On our portal select the […]