Embedded Files
Why Support Us?
Why Support Us?
For many of our students, GeoSPACE is a life-changing experience. From students with disabilities to single parents and some who simply can't afford a traditional field camp, many say they had few/no other options for completing the required field training for their geoscience degree. Our alumni, some of whom were on the verge of leaving the geosciences before connecting with the GeoSPACE program, are now successful graduate students or part of the geoscience workforce. We now rely entirely on donations to offer this transformative experience to students.
How much does it cost?
How much does it cost?
The program costs roughly $25,000 - $30,000 to run each year. To break it down by student:
For student participating in-person: Our program covers all other expenses including lodging, food, transportation during the course, staffing & equipment. These costs total roughly $2,000 per student (students pay tuition and their own way to/from Phoenix, Arizona).
For a student participating virtually: Cost to support a virtual student is roughly $500 and supports satellite internet costs and our virtual teaching staff.
Needs-based Assistance: Many students with disabilities have very limited financial resources and tell us this assistance makes all the difference in their ability to take the course. Airfares to Phoenix typically range between $400 - $600. We can help students with this cost if we have the funds available.
DONATE:
DONATE:
You can make a donation to GeoSPACE through the University of Florida GeoSPACE Support Fund. On the donation form, there is also information to give via phone and mail. Thank you so much for your contribution!
Other ways to support:
Logistical support: If you have a company that can help with accessible lodging, passenger or wheelchair accessible van rentals, satellite internet, or food in the Phoenix or Flagstaff area, please contact us. Lodging is especially challenging. We need a facility for roughly 15 people with at least one wheelchair accessible room, and a group space to host daily hybrid video meetings and work sessions. Huge bonus if it has air conditioning and a kitchen facility or inclusive dining options for specialized diets.
SPREAD THE WORD: Share fundraising links and let people know about our program. It really helps us raise the funds we need to keep the program going!
What our students say:
"I walked out of this experience feeling like I’m supposed to be here, in geoscience - like I’m allowed to exist the way I do. The biggest take-away is that I will no longer limit myself by saying “I can’t do that”, but rather to look at something from a problem-solving angle and go “I can’t do that like everyone else, so how can I do it?”
"I made so many connections and felt so at ease with this group. This was a true safe space where I felt like I could talk for real about my disability without judgement or having my guard up. Free from that added stress, I accomplished beyond what I thought was humanly possible in just two weeks. I was inspired by my successes AND by the successes of those around me."
"Now I know there's a place for me in geology!"
Our Sponsors
Our Sponsors
We are grateful for the support from grassroots fundraising as well as contributions from these organizations:
Page updated
Report abuse