Use the forms below to apply for a scholarship or grant, vote for a candidate, or nominate an individual for an educator award.

· Executive Summary (1 page)

· Project Description (5 pages max)

o General description of the area in which the project will be implemented and the population that will be impacted.

o Technical description of the project including a full description of the contribution to sustainable development goals (SDG).

· Timeline and Budget (including details of any additional funding obtained or sought).

The AAPG Foundation’s Deana and Paul Strunk Military Veterans Scholarship Program (MVSP) is designed to promote the advancement of student veterans and/or dependents in educational geoscience programs at the undergraduate level. All applicants will be notified of award status before June 2024.

To complete the application, be prepared to provide:


  • Documentation of military service and/or military dependent status. Please redact private information.
  • Official or unofficial transcripts.
  • Proof of enrollment or acceptance for enrollment at U.S. accredited university or college.
  • Description of financial need.
  • A career goal statement (250-500 words).
  • 1-3 letter(s) of recommendation.


If selected for a scholarship, you may be asked for documentation to support the data you provide. Likewise, all correspondence and award agreements will be generated from the personal information submitted in this application. Please ensure all data is correct. 

American Association of Petroleum Geologists Foundation