Our Story
The Queen City Robotics Alliance is a dedicated non-profit organization founded in 2014 by Lia Schwinghammer. Initially created to support FIRST® teams and events in Charlotte, NC, QCRA has played a pivotal role in the growth of robotics education in the region. With Lia's extensive experience in FIRST® since 2008, QCRA has fostered collaboration among teams and established the renowned FIRST© Zone, gaining national recognition for its contributions.