Abilene Geological Society Scholarship Grant

Abilene Geological Society Scholarship Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Community Foundation of Abilene
Amount: US $500 - US $5,000
Last Updated: November 07, 2025

Summary

The Abilene Geological Society Scholarship, offered by the Community Foundation of Abilene, aims to support students from the Big Country pursuing degrees in geology, earth science, hydrology, or environmental science. Established to foster scientific education in West Central Texas, this scholarship is designed for high school graduates ranked in the top 50% of their class. With over 150 scholarship funds, the Community Foundation of Abilene empowers local students to achieve their college education dreams.

Overview

Community Foundation of Abilene The Community Foundation of Abilene was established in 1985 by a group of individuals who believed that the work that can be accomplished by the whole could be greater than the sum of its parts. The idea that a community of donors can accomplish more collectively than individually. The objective of the Foundation has shifted over the years to continue to meet our vision to see a thriving Abilene, endowed forever. From seeking out partnerships with professional advisors to developing a foundation of philanthropy-minded clients to establishing key relationships to further community initiatives, the Community Foundation of Abilene has rooted itself as a premier organization to empower people to make a lasting charitable impact on our community. The Community Foundation of Abilene is home to more than 150 scholarship funds established by individuals, organizations, and companies to help students from our community and the surrounding area pursue their college education dreams. Abilene Geological Society Scholarship The objective of the Abilene Geological Society is to promote the sciences of petroleum geology, environmental geology and related technologies in West Central Texas through education and publications to foster the scientific spirit in those fields. The Abilene Geological Society Scholarship provides awards to students in the Big Country who desire to study geology, earth science, hydrology or environmental science.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Must graduate from a Region 14 high schoolMust rank in top 50% of class (May already be in college) Intend to study geology, earth sciences, hydrology, or environmental sciences