FCGF Supporting the next generation of geoscientists

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Since 1991

We Invest in the Future of Geology

135+
Students Supported
$70,000+
Grants Awarded
30+
Years of Impact
Foundation-supported geological research in the field
Research Excellence
Geology students conducting fieldwork with Foundation support
Student Success
Our Mission

We Empower Tomorrow's Geoscientists

For over three decades, the FCGS and its charitable Foundation have empowered the next generation of geoscientists through scholarships, research grants, and educational opportunities that advance the geological sciences.

We believe that investing in bright minds today creates the geological leaders of tomorrow—professionals who will solve critical challenges in natural resources across the Four Corners region.

Our Current Programs
MS Thesis Grants for Geosciences graduate students at Four Corners schools
Fort Lewis College Geoscience student research support
FCGS train trip field work
We Empower Tomorrow's Geoscientists
Geologists conducting field research at a canyon outcrop
Sedimentary rock layers in the Four Corners region

Foundation Leadership

Our dedicated board of directors brings decades of geological expertise and nonprofit leadership to guide the Foundation's mission of supporting the next generation of geoscientists.

Cindy French, President - Petroleum geologist (retired)
Mary Gillam, Vice President - Geologist (Colorado Geological Survey)
Patti Phillips, Secretary - Petroleum geologist (retired)
Peter Mesard, Treasurer - Geological engineer (semi-retired)
Michele Tuttle, Director - Research geochemist (retired)

Please join our team of volunteer directors!

The FCG Foundation Board of Directors consists of 3 to 6 volunteers who serve rolling 3-year terms. Each year we need to recruit one or more new directors from the FCG Society's membership. Please consider volunteering for a directorship. By serving, you'd make important contributions without investing much time on average. And we have fun!!

Please contact any of the current directors for more information.

MS Thesis Grant Application

The FCGS dues year is from June 1st to the following May 31st.

Four Corners Geological Foundation

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Your thesis research must be located within Colorado, New Mexico, Utah, or Arizona to be eligible for this grant.

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