Help teachers inspire the next generation of scientists
Every donation to Oklahoma Geological Foundation helps expand Earth science education in Oklahoma.
As an education nonprofit, we provide grants, scholarships, hands-on learning materials, field camp support, and more to benefit students from elementary school through graduate-level studies. These programs exist because of donors, sponsors, and community partners who believe that Earth science education matters.
When you donate to the Foundation, you’re helping connect students to engaging learning experiences and the many educational and career opportunities available in geology and geoscience.
How your donation helps teachers and students
One of the most direct ways to support Earth science education is to help teachers bring hands-on learning into their classrooms.
Many science teachers have limited budgets for classroom materials, field experiences, and supplemental educational resources. Through grants and other Foundation programs, teachers can apply for funding to support innovative classroom projects and expanded learning opportunities for their students.
Your donation helps support programs such as:
- Earth science experiments and classroom materials
- Field trips for students of all ages
- Rock, Mineral & Fossil Collections for K-12 classrooms
- Graduate student field camp grants
- Undergraduate and graduate scholarships
- Teacher enrichment and educational programs
- GeoKIDS Kits in K-4 classrooms
From elementary classrooms to university research programs, your support helps students connect with the world around them in a deeper way.
Make a donation
You can donate securely online using this form. If you prefer to donate by check, please make your check payable to Oklahoma Geological Foundation and mail it to the address below. If you want to direct your donation to a specific fund, please indicate that in the memo line.
Oklahoma Geological Foundation
P. O. Box 7565
Edmond, Oklahoma 73083-7565
See the impact of your donation
Every donation to the Foundation helps teachers, students, and educational organizations.
- $100 helps classroom teachers purchase science experiment materials.
- $500 helps students experience hands-on science through field trips.
- $1,000 covers a complete Rock, Mineral & Fossil Collection for a school classroom or provides support for a graduate student attending field camp.
- $2,500 funds a scholarship for a geology student at Oklahoma State University.
- $5,000 helps support high-impact projects for multiple classes at educational institutions with an Earth science focus.
Whether you make a one-time donation or become a long-term supporter, every contribution helps strengthen Earth science education across Oklahoma.
“Through the Oklahoma Geological Foundation grant, my students have had hands-on experiences looking at samples under microscopes, testing hardness with Mohs scale kits, and observing how rocks change over time using a rock tumbler.”
Why support an education nonprofit focused on Earth science?
Earth science helps students better understand Oklahoma’s geology and natural resources. From rocks and minerals to geological history, Earth science provides students with a deeper understanding of the systems that shape our state and our planet.
The Foundation supports programs that encourage curiosity, promote hands-on learning, and introduce students to educational and career opportunities in geology and the geosciences.
Some of the most valuable learning experiences happen outside a traditional classroom. Field studies, research opportunities, mentorship, and connections with geoscience professionals give students the opportunity to apply what they’ve learned and explore future careers in Earth science.
Since 1993, Oklahoma Geological Foundation has made an impact through grants, scholarships, and outreach programs, plus partnerships with schools, universities, teachers, and community organizations.
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Corporate sponsorship opportunities
Corporate sponsorship plays an important role in helping the Foundation continue its mission.
We host four events each year that provide opportunities for companies to support Earth science education while connecting with educators, students, geoscience professionals, and community leaders.
Our annual events include:
- Ronnie K. Irani Oklahoma Geological Foundation Awards Banquet
- Rocks & Swing Fore STEM
- Legends Dinner
- Holiday Reception
Corporate sponsorship levels range from $100 to $5,000 to provide opportunities for individuals and businesses of all sizes to become involved.
Corporate sponsors help make many of the Foundation’s programs possible by offsetting the cost of our events and reinforcing a shared commitment to Earth science education in Oklahoma.
If your organization is interested in supporting Earth science education through corporate sponsorship, we invite you to learn more about sponsorship opportunities for our upcoming events.
Multiple ways to support the Foundation
As an Oklahoma-based education nonprofit, we rely on the support of donors, volunteers, and corporate partners to continue expanding Earth science education opportunities.
Here’s how you can help:
- Make a secure online donation
- Mail a check to the Foundation
- Sponsor an event
- Volunteer your time and expertise
Donations can be made to our general fund or directed to a specific program fund. Every contribution supports our work to help teachers, students, schools, and educational organizations across Oklahoma.
Thank you for helping us make Earth science education a priority.