In a world rapidly driven by automation, artificial intelligence, and emerging technologies, robotics education is no longer just for elite schools or wealthy countries—it’s a gateway to opportunity. The Orphaned Starfish Foundation believes that every child should have access to the future, no matter their background. That belief led OSF to provide a robotics initiative, a program that is already transforming lives and communities around the world. To date, hundreds of students from around the globe now have access to robotics kits and are learning how to use this type of technology to their advantage.

How It All Started

Like many of OSF’s global efforts, the robotics program began with a simple but powerful observation: children in our partner centers had the curiosity, drive, and intelligence to build the future—they just needed the tools to be provided to them.

Recognizing the increasing importance of STEM education, Orphaned Starfish began piloting robotics workshops in select countries, starting with Uruguay, Colombia, Brasil, Panama, El Salvador, Costa Rica, USA, Kenya, and Mexico. The goal was to empower youth in underserved communities by giving them access to real, hands-on learning with robotics kits, coding platforms, and mentorship.

OSF didn’t just want to teach them how to build robots, they wanted to teach the students how to think like problem solvers, innovators, and future leaders.

What the Robotics Program Offers

Today, the OSF Robotics Initiative operates in multiple centers worldwide. Here’s what it looks like on the ground:

●     Hands-on robotics labs using different kits like LEGO Mindstorms and other educational platforms

●     Introductory coding classes to build logic and programming skills

●     Project-based learning, where students build functioning robots and present their work.



●     Support from trained instructors, mentors, and volunteers.

This is not just a class—it’s a full experience that teaches kids how to collaborate, troubleshoot, and stay curious.

Changing Lives One Robot at a Time

The impact has been immediate and inspiring.

Students in Kenya, who once had never seen a robot up close, recently helped program a simple model to detect and avoid obstacles. In Colombia, students in one of the centers are using robotics to learn how to build skills that can help them enter the workforce.

What’s most powerful, though, is the confidence that blooms in these young learners.

They see a future that includes college, careers in tech, and a world where they are not left behind—but leading the way.

Next for OSF Robotics

We’re just getting started.

With continued support from donors, volunteers, and corporate partners, OSF plans to expand the Robotics Initiative to even more centers. Our vision is bold but simple:

Make sure every child, no matter where they’re from, has access to the tools of tomorrow.

Because when children are empowered to create, they don’t just build robots—they build brighter futures.

Want to Help?

If you believe in the power of education, technology, and equal opportunity, you can support the OSF Robotics Initiative by:

●     Donating robotics kits or tech equipment

●     Volunteering to teach or mentor

●     Sponsoring a robotics lab in a new country

Visit www.osf.org and learn more about us and how to get involved.