General Information
The RMS-AAPG Foundation was established by the AAPG Rocky Mountain Section for the purpose of making grants or loans to the member societies and other organizations.
The Foundation seeks to:
- advance the study of petroleum geology in the Rocky Mountain region,
- support publication of geologic research,
- promote continuing professional education of petroleum geologists, assist the teaching and study of geology in public and private schools and institutions of higher learning, and
- enhance the public’s awareness and appreciation of geology.
Over the last 15 years, the RMS Foundation has provided $300,000 in grants to support geoscience education and outreach programs in the Rocky Mountain region.
Requests for information or grants should be directed to:
Rob Diedrich
President-RMS AAPG Foundation
Email: rdiedrich75@gmail.com
Current Directors and Officers:
| Director: | Term Expires: | Affiliation: | |
| Rob Diedrich (President) | 2028 | MGS | |
| Heidi Schoenstein | 2028 | GJGS | |
| David Hawk (Investment Advisor) | 2024 | IAPG | |
| Tom Chidsey | 2025 | UGA | |
| Kim Gerhardt (Secretary) | 2026 | FCGS | |
| Lyn George (Treasurer) | 2027 | WGA | |
| Andy Hennes | 2027 | RMAG |
RMSF grant chart documenting foundation grants awarded since 2011.