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ARIZONA GEOLOGICAL SOCIETY INC
TUCSON, AZ · EIN 866057405 · Form 990 · FY2021 · Micro (<$100K) · www.arizonageologicalsoc.org
revenue
$0
expenses
$0
net assets
$305K
employees
0
volunteers
11
program ratio
74%
mission · from form 990

TO PROMOTE AND ENCOURGE INTEREST IN THE SCIENCE OF GEOLOGY OF ARIZONA

profile · synthesized from sources

Professional society dedicated to advancing geological knowledge and fostering collaboration among geoscientists in Arizona and the surrounding region. The organization supports field trips, publishes geological guides and research digests, and provides a forum for professionals and academics in the earth sciences. Founded in the mid-20th century, it has a long history of leadership within the geological community.

irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2020

what they reported doing

Program narrative the organization filed with the IRS. Ordered by program spending.

  1. #1 primary $6K
    DISTRIBUTE SCHOLARSHIP FUNDS FOR GRADUATE RESEACH IN GEOLOGY
  2. #2 $0
    BOOK AND PUBLICATIONS FOR THE INFORMATION AND EDUCATION OF THE SCIENCE OF ARIZONA GEOLOGY.
named programs · 3 · from sources

what they call their work

Council Governance
Operates through an elected council and officer structure that manages organizational leadership and continuity.
Digest Publication Series
Produces and publishes a series of geological research digests and guidebooks documenting regional geology and field studies.
Field Trips
Organizes geological field trips for members to explore and study regional geology, led by experienced geoscientists.
activities · 7 groups

what they do

  • Youth Mentoring in STEM Fields 8 activities
    • Advocacy for Geological Education
      The organization drafts and adopts position statements on topics related to geology, education, and resources, including a specific statement on the importance of K-12 geology education.
    • Advocacy for K-12 Geology Education
      Drafts and adopts position statements to advocate for the importance of teaching geology at the K-12 levels.
    • Advocacy for geoscience education and policy
      Drafted and adopted formal position statements advocating for the importance of geology education in K–12 curricula and promoting state support for geological surveys and resource management.
    • Advocate for Geological Education and Resources
      Drafts and adopts position statements on topics related to geology, education, and resources, such as the importance of K-12 geology education.
    • Mentor Geoscience Professionals
      Mentors new generations of geoscience professionals.
    • Mentoring Geoscience Professionals
      The organization actively mentors new generations of geoscience professionals.
    • Mentorship and professional development for geoscientists
      Supports the development of emerging geoscience professionals through mentorship, knowledge sharing, and engagement in Society activities such as publications, meetings, and field trips.
    • Mentorship for Geoscience Professionals
      Mentors new generations of geoscience professionals, contributing to their development and career growth within the field.
  • Historical Publishing on Mining & Geology 5 activities
    • Publication of geological research and guidebooks
      Produces and publishes the Arizona Geological Society Digest series and guidebooks, including technical papers, field trip guides, and comprehensive publications on Arizona's geology, ore deposits, and mining history. Over 20 Digests have been published since 1958, ranging from short articles to multi-hundred-page volumes, some including geologic maps at 1:1,000,000 scale.
    • Publish Geological Research and Educational Materials
      Publishes digests, guidebooks, and informal papers on Arizona geology, general geological topics, mineralogy, structure, and exploration/mining history. These publications include comprehensive works like "Geologic Evolution of Arizona" and specialized digests on various geological subjects, with some out-of-print materials available for free download.
    • Publishing Geological Digests and Guidebooks
      The organization publishes comprehensive geological digests and guidebooks, including multi-page publications like "Ores and Orogenesis" (622 pages) and "Geologic Evolution of Arizona" (866 pages with a 1:1,000,000 scale map), making out-of-print versions available for free download for personal use and research.
    • Publishing Geological Research and Guides
      Publishes a wide range of geological research, including multi-page digests, guidebooks, and informal papers, covering topics such as Arizona geology, mineralogy, tectonics, and mining history. These publications are made available for free download for personal use and research.
    • Publishing Informal Geological Articles
      The organization publishes informal short papers and articles written by its members or speakers, covering topics such as Arizona geology, mineralogy, structure, exploration/mining history, and general geological or educational interest.
  • Discipline-Specific Student Scholarships & Internships 4 activities
    • Geoscience Student Scholarship Program
      Provides scholarship support to geoscience students attending the University of Arizona, Arizona State University, and Northern Arizona State University.
    • Provide Geoscience Student Scholarships
      Offers scholarship support to geoscience students attending the University of Arizona, Arizona State University, and Northern Arizona State University.
    • Providing Geoscience Student Scholarships
      The organization provides scholarship support to geoscience students enrolled at the University of Arizona, Arizona State University, and Northern Arizona State University.
    • Provision of scholarship support for geoscience students
      Provides financial scholarship support to geoscience students at the University of Arizona, Arizona State University, and Northern Arizona University to advance education and professional development in the geosciences.
  • Mineral & Gem Educational Meetings 4 activities
    • Hosting Monthly Meetings and Symposia
      The organization holds monthly meetings and sponsors symposia, featuring presentations on various geological topics such as mining, exploration, and regional geology, with online registration available for dinner meetings.
    • Organization of scientific meetings, symposia, and field trips
      Holds monthly meetings and annual symposia featuring technical presentations by geoscience professionals, and organizes field trips for members. Events include dinner meetings with online registration and structured programs, and symposia covering topics such as mining, economic geology, and mineral resources in Arizona.
    • Organize Meetings, Symposia, and Field Trips
      Holds monthly meetings, organizes field trips for members, and sponsors symposia featuring presentations on various geological topics, including mining and exploration. The organization also provides online registration for dinner meetings.
    • Organizing Meetings, Field Trips, and Symposia
      Organizes and hosts monthly meetings, field trips, and symposia for its members, featuring presentations on various geological topics and providing opportunities for online registration for dinner meetings.
  • Member-Focused Newsletter Publishing 3 activities
    • Member Communication and Engagement
      Publishes and distributes a newsletter to all members in good standing prior to each monthly meeting to keep them informed about society activities and relevant geological topics.
    • Member Communication through Newsletters
      The organization publishes and distributes a newsletter to all members in good standing prior to each monthly meeting.
    • Publish Member Newsletter
      Publishes and distributes a newsletter to all members in good standing before each monthly meeting.
  • Financial Oversight & Compliance Management 1 activity
    • Financial stewardship and organizational governance
      Maintains financial records, prepares financial statements, and conducts annual audits to ensure sound fiscal management of the organization.
  • Organized Group Travel Programs 1 activity
    • Organizing Geological Field Trips
      The organization organizes field trips for its members, often publishing accompanying field trip guides.
financials · form 990 · fy2021
revenue
Total revenue$0
Contributions & grants$0—
Program service revenue$0—
Investment income$0—
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$0
Program expenses74%
Admin / overhead26%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineProfessional Fees
balance sheet
Total assets$305K
Cash$14K
Investments$242K
Liabilities$0
Net assets$305K
2 years on record · 2020–2021 · YoY revenue -100.0%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2021

who runs it

board members · 11
  • CARSON RICHARDSON — ADVISORY COUNCIL
  • COLIN CAMPBELL — SECRETARY
  • DAN AIKEN — ADVISORY COUNCIL
  • DENNIS OLSON — ADVISORY COUNCIL
  • JEFF BICKEL — VICE PRESIDENT PROGRAMS
  • JON WHITTER — PRESIDENT
  • MATTHEW WETZEL — ADVISORY COUNCIL
  • MICHAEL CONWAY — TREASURER
  • SARAH ELIZABETH BAXTER — PAST PRESIDENT
  • TROY TITTLEMIER — ADVISORY COUNCIL
  • WILLIAM WHITTY — ADVISORY COUNCIL
relationships · 24

who they work with

  • AZ Western College Partner — Maureen Garrett, a Councilor, is a retired Professor from AZ Western College.
  • Arizona Board of Regents Partner — Designated to receive the Society's assets upon dissolution for use in scholarly pursuits in the earth sciences.
  • Arizona Geological Survey Partner — A speaker from the Arizona Geological Survey presented at the 2025 Symposium.
  • Arizona Geological Survey Partner — Chad Kwiatkowski, a Councilor, is affiliated with the Arizona Geological Survey.
  • Arizona Geological Survey Partner — Nathan Carey, Vice Secretary, is affiliated with the Arizona Geological Survey.
  • Arizona Geological Survey Partner — Phil Pearthree, VP Programs, is affiliated with the Arizona Geological Survey.
  • Arizona Geological Survey Partner — Provides technical support by hosting the AGS Publications Archive.
  • Arizona Geological Survey Partner — Zoey Plonka, Secretary, is affiliated with the Arizona Geological Survey.
  • Arizona State University Partner — Provides scholarship support to geoscience students.
  • BHP Partner — A speaker from BHP presented at the 2025 Symposium.
  • Bell Copper Partner — A speaker from Bell Copper presented at the 2025 Symposium.
  • Bronco Creek Exploration Partner — A speaker from Bronco Creek Exploration presented at the 2025 Symposium.
  • Bronco Creek Exploration, Inc. Partner — Dave Maher, VP Field Trips, is affiliated with Bronco Creek Exploration, Inc.
  • Faraday Copper Partner — A speaker from Faraday Copper presented at the 2025 Symposium.
  • Faraday Copper Corporation Partner — Benedek Gál, Treasurer, is affiliated with Faraday Copper Corporation.
  • Freeport-McMoRan Partner — A speaker from Freeport-McMoRan presented at the 2025 Symposium.
  • Freeport-McMoRan, Inc. Partner — Dan Aiken, a Councilor, is retired from Freeport-McMoRan, Inc.
  • Northern Arizona State University Partner — Provides scholarship support to geoscience students.
  • RDE Evaluations Ltd. Partner — Larry Dykers, a Councilor, is affiliated with RDE Evaluations Ltd.
  • SRK Consulting Partner — Provided facilities and equipment to complete the archiving work for the Publications Archive.
  • University of Arizona Partner — Amanda Hughes, a Councilor, is affiliated with the University of Arizona.
  • University of Arizona Partner — Provides scholarship support to geoscience students.
  • University of Arizona Partner — Speakers from the University of Arizona presented at the 2025 Symposium.
  • WSP Partner — Yun Huang, VP Marketing, is affiliated with WSP.