Clubs (other organization just like NERC who want to just fight bots)

   

Resources (stuff that will help you)

Builders Database
"The Builders Database is the most comprehensive online database for robots and their builders. Now you can keep all of your team's information in one comprehensive database. Organizations can list their events and have competitors easily register online."

MatWeb
"MatWeb is a searchable database of material data sheets, including property information on thermoplastic and thermoset polymers such as ABS, nylon, polycarbonate, polyester, polyethylene and polypropylene; metals such as aluminum, cobalt, copper, lead, magnesium, nickel, steel, superalloys, titanium and zinc alloys; ceramics; plus a growing list of semiconductors, fibers, and other engineering materials."
Torque / Amp-Hour Calculator
Team Tentacle Combat Robotics
Another great calculator that will let you figure out how well your bot will perform.

OnlineConversion.com
"Convert just about anything to anything else. Over 5,000 units, and 50,000 conversions."