The mission of the Marble Fund is to support the advancement and application of geographic information science (GIS) and quantitative methods in geography. By honoring Dr. Duane Marble's contributions, the fund encourages academic excellence and innovation within these domains.
The grant program is focused on providing scholarships to community college students. Funded by Darrel Hess, it supports students by offering financial assistance for educational expenses along with a formal certificate of merit. These grants highlight the importance of geographic education and aim to foster academic advancement in the field. The scholarships are announced annually at the AAG's meeting, underscoring the association's commitment to educational opportunities and academic excellence in geography.