Our Values
Roots. We're South Texas, through and through. This isn't a national organization with a regional chapter — it's homegrown, because the community we serve is homegrown.
Industry Proud. We don't apologize for what powers this region. We celebrate it — and we put it to work for the people who live here.
Action Over Talk. Charitable foundations are only as good as what they actually do. We stay focused on real impact, real events, and real dollars going to real causes.
What We Do
We support charitable causes, community initiatives, and giving opportunities across South Texas. From events that bring the industry together in the spirit of giving, to grants and contributions that make a direct impact on people's lives — the Foundation is a vehicle for the energy community to do more than just work here. To belong here.
We believe the oil and gas industry has a story worth telling, and part of that story is what it gives back.
Who We Are
The South Texas Energy Foundation was formed in 2026 by Gates Mueller, Erik Waters, Reese Grebe, and Ben Holliday.
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