The Forge Initiative

The Forge Initiative: An Open Innovation Space where everyone can explore, learn and lead in engineering and technology.

The Forge Initiative is a volunteer-based 501-c3 non-profit organization based in Cary, NC that inspires interest and learning in science, engineering, and technology and develops skills in leadership, business, teamwork, communication using the robot as a tool.

02/10/2026

Engineering Day 2026: Build, Create, Explore 🤖⚙️

Our biggest event of the year is almost here! Join us for an afternoon of hands-on STEAM fun for all ages—robotics demos, 3D printing, CNC MiniMill, AI activities, and interactive engineering builds.

📅 Feb 21, 2026 | 1–4 PM
📍 2000 John Deere Run, Cary
🏗️ Organized by FRC Team 3459 PyroTech | Hosted at John Deere Cary

Whether you’re brand new to engineering or already building robots, there’s something for everyone.

👉 Click the link for more information and to register!
https://mailchi.mp/theforgeinitiative/why-the-forge-community-matters-5855618

02/09/2026

Engineering Day 2026: Build, Create, Explore 🤖⚙️

Our biggest event of the year is almost here! Join us for an afternoon of hands-on STEAM fun for all ages—robotics demos, 3D printing, CNC MiniMill, AI activities, and interactive engineering builds.

📅 Feb 21, 2026 | 1–4 PM
📍 2000 John Deere Run, Cary
🏗️ Organized by FRC Team 3459 PyroTech | Hosted at John Deere Cary

Whether you’re brand new to engineering or already building robots, there’s something for everyone.

👉 Click here for more information and to register!
https://mailchi.mp/theforgeinitiative/why-the-forge-community-matters-5855618

01/07/2026

Starting 2026 together - https://mailchi.mp/theforgeinitiative/why-the-forge-community-matters-5854916

01/05/2026

🤖SumoBot Information Session🤖

SumoBot season is here! Interested in participating? Sign up to learn more at the information session! Link in bio!

Direct link to event page: https://theforgeinitiative.org/upcoming-events/

01/05/2026

Thank you to for supporting the impact and operations of the Forge Initiative! The mission of the Forge Initiative is empowered through community support!

12/31/2025

Thank you for being part of this year - https://mailchi.mp/theforgeinitiative/why-the-forge-community-matters-5854814

12/30/2025

A quick reminder from The Forge - http://eepurl.com/jvooZU

12/28/2025

Closing out the year with purpose - https://mailchi.mp/theforgeinitiative/why-the-forge-community-matters-5854812

12/16/2025

Massive thank you to the Gene Haas Foundation! has given a tremendous amount of support to the impact that the Forge Initiative strives to create. Not only do they enable the community impact of the Forge, but they also support the Forge students of in their efforts to create and inspire others with robots!