Giving: Special Projects

Inspiring Curiosity. Supporting Discovery. Engaging Our Community.

The Department of Geological and Environmental Sciences at Western Michigan University is committed to sharing the excitement of geology and the natural sciences with learners of all ages.

Through educational outreach, museum exhibits, and hands-on learning experiences, we help connect students, families, educators, and the broader community with the fascinating world beneath our feet.

Your generosity helps sustain these programs and ensures that future generations have opportunities to explore, discover, and learn.

Support Our Special Projects

CoreKids Geosciences Endowment

The CoreKids Geosciences Endowment supports educational outreach activities, including CoreKids events, student stipends, travel expenses, and educational programming that brings geoscience learning into classrooms and communities.

Lloyd Schmaltz Geology Museum Endowment

The Lloyd Schmaltz Geology Museum Endowment supports the upkeep and maintenance of the museum, exhibits, personnel, and other resources that help preserve and share our geological collections with students and the public.