SEG is an international organization with interests in the discovery, study, and development of mineral resources to meet the needs of communities worldwide. International organization with interests in the discovery, study & development of mineral resources. The purpose of the Society of Economic Geologists Foundation ("SEGF" or "Foundation") is to "fund education, research, publications, student support, public outreach and other geoscientific programs endorsed by the Society of Economic Geologist, Inc. (SEG), or other programs considered for funding by the Trustees of the Corporation with the approval of the SEG Executive Council." (SEGF Articles of Incorporation.)