Supporting Earth science education in Oklahoma since 1993
The mission of the Oklahoma Geological Foundation is to implement a model of excellence in Earth science education. With the help and support offered through the foundation, we work with students, teachers, and community members to make Earth science education a priority.
Our work includes the following directives:
- Help in the motivation and support of Earth Science students who attend elementary, middle, and high schools within Oklahoma by providing financial resources for the geological and Earth science curricula.
- Promote and grant monetary support for teachers and schools throughout Oklahoma that maintain a program in the geological sciences.
- Facilitate and aid financially those students who: (a) attend colleges and universities in Oklahoma and major in the geological sciences, with the goal of obtaining undergraduate or graduate degrees in those fields of study, and (b) students who plan to pursue a career in the Earth sciences.
- Advocate and provide funding for worthy, scientific endeavors that are conducted by other organizations that promote the geological sciences in Oklahoma.
- Acknowledge and honor certain professionals that are employed in businesses affiliated with the geological sciences, and who have made or continue to make significant contributions to their profession and communities.
How we help
The work of the Oklahoma Geological Foundation has a direct, lasting impact on the future of Earth science education in Oklahoma. We have four key initiatives:
Interactive Earth science workshop for teachers
Hands-on learning collections for classrooms
Online interactive Earth science resource for students
More than 25 different grants, scholarships, and award for students, teachers and schools awarded each year.
Leadership
Our all-volunteer board includes STEM professionals, retirees, and educators who are passionate about advancing Earth science education in Oklahoma.
