William Kory Foundation For Geography Education

02/23/2026

Kory Foundation in the news...

The William Kory Foundation for Geography Education is has announced that Rachel McTavish of the University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown (UPJ) and a Bedford native, is one of its recipients

02/20/2026

Today we celebrate Dr. Kory's birthday. While we cannot celebrate with him together the way we would like, we can celebrate by continuing his work. To that end, the Foundation is proud to announce our first two scholarship awards. Congratulations to Rachel McTavish from Pitt-Johnstown and Cailin Snider from Salisbury University. We are thankful for everyone who supports this effort and all those who applied. Rachel and Cailin are amazing students who have both appreciation and love for the field and will be amazing in all they do!

01/05/2026

Happy New Year! Great stuff coming this year for the Foundation including our first scholarships! If you want to learn more, visit

The William Kory Foundation for Geography Education is dedicated to continuing the mission of Dr. William Kory by providing resources for Geography Students.

12/04/2025

Just over 24 hours to apply for the First Annual William Kory Scholarships! If you are or know of a student in the field of Geography or related fields, please share!

12/02/2025

On this Giving Tuesday, we're asking for your consideration. Helping continue Dr. Kory's mission of Geography Education is a great way to help the next generation of geographers, cartographers, environmental scientists, and more! You can donate right on our website! https://www.williamkoryfoundation.org/donate

11/13/2025

We're getting ready for Geography Awareness Week. Can you help us celebrate with a small donation to the William Kory Foundation? You can donate directly through our webpage or reach out and we are glad to work on something that works for you! Even if you can't donate, we hope you have a great Geography Awareness Week!

The William Kory Foundation is asking for your help and support to raise awareness and funds to help continue the work of Dr. Bill Kory. Your support will allow us to generate resources for students, such as scholarships for students in Geography and related fields, seeking to further their educatio...

09/13/2025

Time is ticking away. Don't forget to apply if you are a student or share if you know someone who may quality for the scholarship!

The William Kory Foundation is proud to announce our first open solicitation for applications for our scholarship! Review the attached and learn more at https://www.williamkoryfoundation.org/scholarships

08/25/2025

The William Kory Foundation is proud to announce our first open solicitation for applications for our scholarship! Review the attached and learn more at https://www.williamkoryfoundation.org/scholarships