March 1, 2022--- SME Foundation Board of Trustees Adopt New 5-Year Strategic Plan
The SME Foundation adopted a new strategic plan to lead the Foundation over the next five years.
The new mission of the SME Foundation is to attract and leverage resources for a sustainable mining industry through education and outreach. The vision is to inspire the next generation to meet the needs of a mineral dependent future for a better world. This will be done by focusing on three goals:
Outreach
The SME Foundation is a leader in creating awareness among industry, media, and the public on the role minerals and mining play in maintaining and improving the quality of life.
Education
Robust mining programs exist across the country with talented, forward-thinking faculty and students with a variety of technologically advanced skills necessary to fill critical roles in the industry.
Fundraising
The SME Foundation continues to bring in corporate, foundation and individual support for its programs and services.