The Bush Foundation

What they fund

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Funding pattern

What this funder pays for, at what size, and how to position adjacent work. Read from their filings, with every number checked against the record.

Top recipients

Repeat recipients are the strongest signal of whether a funder has an open door or quietly re-funds the same organizations.

• Nexus Community Partners4 grants · $50.4M
• Ndn Collective2 grants · $50.0M
• Saint Paul and Minnesota Foundation11 grants · $8.5M
• South Dakota Community Foundation6 grants · $6.1M
• Four Bands Community Fund9 grants · $6.0M
• Bush Fellowship Program9 grants · $4.8M
• Northwest North Dakota Community Foundation5 grants · $4.5M
• Exodus Financial Services1 grant · $4.2M
• Build Wealth Mn3 grants · $3.9M
• Indian Land Tenure Foundation7 grants · $3.9M

Giving over time

Grant history

The 100 largest of 449 grants.

• $50.0M

  Nexus Community Partners · Saint Paul, MN · 2023

  Nexus community partners is one of two steward organizations selected to design and operate community trust funds, seeded with $100 million by the bush foundation to address wealth disparities caused by historic racial … read allNexus community partners is one of two steward organizations selected to design and operate community trust funds, seeded with $100 million by the bush foundation to address wealth disparities caused by historic racial injustices in our region. Nexus' open road fund will address wealth gaps in black communities across mn, nd and sd and redefine wealth according to values of the black community, reaffirming the excellence that has always been in black people. less
• $50.0M

  Ndn Collective · Rapid City, SD · 2022

  Ndn collective is one of two steward organizations selected to design and administer a $100 million community trust fund seeded by the bush foundation to address wealth disparities caused by historic racial injustice in… read allNdn collective is one of two steward organizations selected to design and administer a $100 million community trust fund seeded by the bush foundation to address wealth disparities caused by historic racial injustice in our region. Ndn's collective abundance fund will address wealth gaps in native communities across mn, nd and sd and redefine wealth on indigenous terms in order to build a life of abundance. less
• $5.3M

  Saint Paul and Minnesota Foundation · Saint Paul, MN · 2022

  Saint paul and minnesota foundation (spmf) will manage the archibald bush legacy fund, an endowed fund to make post-secondary education accessible for high school students in st. Paul. As administrator of the fund, smpf… read allSaint paul and minnesota foundation (spmf) will manage the archibald bush legacy fund, an endowed fund to make post-secondary education accessible for high school students in st. Paul. As administrator of the fund, smpf will partner with a scholarship provider to award scholarships and other services to st. Paul students seeking to pursue higher education opportunities, with an emphasis on students from underrepresented communities. The archibald bush legacy fund expands the foundation's long-term commitment established by archie bush to education and the cities of st, paul and granite falls, mn. less
• $4.2M

  Exodus Financial Services · St Paul, MN · 2024

  To spread an innovative lending model to provide an upstream alternative to predatory loans with pathways to financial success

• $3.2M

  Northside Economic Opportunity Network · Minneapolis, MN · 2023

  The northside economic opportunity network (neon) will develop and test an innovative black food business incubator that supports entrepreneurs and promotes a regenerative economy in north minneapolis. Modeled after the… read allThe northside economic opportunity network (neon) will develop and test an innovative black food business incubator that supports entrepreneurs and promotes a regenerative economy in north minneapolis. Modeled after the hatchery in chicago, neon's facility will further innovate this model by incorporating other functions including adding a retail component to drive northside visibility and vitality. less
• $3.1M

  Bureau of Indian Affairs · Washington, DC · 2024

  To support work to establish an oral history collection

• $2.7M

  Southwest Initiative Foundation · Hutchinson, MN · 2022

  Southwest initiative foundation will manage the archibald bush legacy fund, an endowed fund to make post-secondary education accessible for high school students in yellow medicine east (yme) school district in granite f… read allSouthwest initiative foundation will manage the archibald bush legacy fund, an endowed fund to make post-secondary education accessible for high school students in yellow medicine east (yme) school district in granite falls, minnesota. As administrator of the fund, smpf will partner with a scholarship provider to award scholarships and other services to yme students seeking to pursue higher education opportunities, with an emphasis on students from underrepresented communities. The archibald bush legacy fund expands the foundation's long-term commitment established by archie bush to education and the cities of st, paul and granite falls, mn. less
• $2.6M

  Owamniyomni Okhodayapi · Minneapolis, MN · 2024

  To develop a new model of land reclamation with multi-tribal nation control

• $2.5M

  Wakan Tipi Awanyankapi · Saint Paul, MN · 2024

  To develop and test a new model of indigenous urban land stewardship through nonprofit and municipal government co-management

• $2.3M

  Renewable Energy Partners · Minneapolis, MN · 2023

  Renewable energy partners (rep) and minneapolis climate action (mca) will launch and operate an innovative clean energy training center in north minneapolis. This first-of-its kind center will test and spread a proven c… read allRenewable energy partners (rep) and minneapolis climate action (mca) will launch and operate an innovative clean energy training center in north minneapolis. This first-of-its kind center will test and spread a proven clean energy workforce model and scale a green economy through an integrated model of nonprofit, public sector, and social mission partnerships centered on equitable clean energy benefits for low-income and bipoc (black, indigenous, and people of color) residents throughout our region. less
• $2.3M

  Native American Community Clinic · Minneapolis, MN · 2022

  Southside harm reduction services (shrs), a sponsored organization of native american community clinic (nacc) will work in partnership in the development of a community hub. The community hub will open as a drop-in cent… read allSouthside harm reduction services (shrs), a sponsored organization of native american community clinic (nacc) will work in partnership in the development of a community hub. The community hub will open as a drop-in center providing a range of harm reduction strategies for those who use substances, with an emphasis on people who live outside. This hub will lay the groundwork for a space that could transition into an overdose prevention center if or when the community and city are ready. less
• $2.1M

  Land Bank Twin Cities · Saint Anthony, MN · 2022

  The land bank twin cities will spread the practice of community organizations taking site control of real estate for community-driven affordable housing and small business development. Acquired properties were at risk o… read allThe land bank twin cities will spread the practice of community organizations taking site control of real estate for community-driven affordable housing and small business development. Acquired properties were at risk of speculative investment and are held until a community organization can engage in community-driven visioning and planning while increasing its capacity for ownership. Site control is a proven practice for creating wealth when properties are transferred to local ownership and providing a pipeline of creditworthy owners in bipoc communities. less
• $2.0M

  North American Traditional Indigenous Food Systems · Minneapolis, MN · 2022

  North american traditional indigenous food systems (natifs) will support the development and spread of indigenous foods and cuisine through increased food production, growth and education, and will advance indigenous ec… read allNorth american traditional indigenous food systems (natifs) will support the development and spread of indigenous foods and cuisine through increased food production, growth and education, and will advance indigenous economic opportunities through restaurants, consumer products, and agriculture. These efforts will lead to improved health and strengthened cultural connections to land and food among indigenous peoples. less
• $1.7M

  Comunidades Latinas Unidas En Servicio · Saint Paul, MN · 2024

  Develop and test a new model of shared space and accessible training for childcare businesses to increase the number of licensed latina providers

• $1.7M

  St Luke'S Hospital of Duluth · Duluth, MN · 2023

  St. Luke's hospital of duluth will develop and test a new model of a subsidized doula program that is integrated into a hospital system that serves a rural population. This model removes barriers to doula care and build… read allSt. Luke's hospital of duluth will develop and test a new model of a subsidized doula program that is integrated into a hospital system that serves a rural population. This model removes barriers to doula care and builds up the doula workforce while targeting bipoc needs. This six-year project will include program development, implementation, capacity building, and evaluation and learning components. The ultimate aim of this work is to address rural health care disparities and spread a model that elevates the doula profession. less
• $1.6M

  Makoce Agriculture Development · Porcupine, SD · 2022

  Makoce agriculture development is developing a new and comprehensive model for a sustainable local food system that will support good health and create new economic opportunities on the pine ridge reservation. This 5-ye… read allMakoce agriculture development is developing a new and comprehensive model for a sustainable local food system that will support good health and create new economic opportunities on the pine ridge reservation. This 5-year project will include community education and training, network strengthening and securing access to and building on tribal land to create community food centers. This will be done through five initiatives that will work across sectors and in partnership with one another to build an interconnected regenerative local food system. The ultimate aim of this work is to advance tribal sovereignty in the region by supporting tribal leaders and communities to build their own systems for wellness and modes of self-determination. less
• $1.6M

  Saint Paul and Minnesota Foundation · Saint Paul, MN · 2024

  To operate two grant programs with the purpose of inspiring and supporting creative problem-solving across minnesota and the native nations that share that geography.

• $1.6M

  South Dakota Community Foundation · Pierre, SD · 2024

  To operate two grant programs with the purpose of inspiring and supporting creative problem-solving across south dakota and the native nations that share that geography.

• $1.6M

  South Dakota Community Foundation · Pierre, SD · 2023

  To operate two grant programs with the purpose of inspiring and supporting creative problem-solving across south dakota and the native nations that share that geography.

• $1.6M

  City of Saint Paul · Saint Paul, MN · 2022

  Collegebound st. Paul is the first college savings account program in the nation where every child born in the city is eligible, most are auto-enrolled, and all participants receives a $50 seed deposit. The program incl… read allCollegebound st. Paul is the first college savings account program in the nation where every child born in the city is eligible, most are auto-enrolled, and all participants receives a $50 seed deposit. The program include bonuses for activities such as completing well-child clinic visits and attending financial health programming. Through the program incentive structure, the accounts become a mechanism that can be utilized to support whole families thrive related to a range of issues through increased engagement with city agencies and social support organizations. less
• $1.5M

  Headwaters Foundation for Justice · Minneapolis, MN · 2022

  To operate two grant programs with the purpose of inspiring and supporting creative problem-solving across minnesota and the native nations that share that geography.

• $1.5M

  Indian Land Tenure Foundation · Little Canada, MN · 2022

  Support for tribal sovereignty and native nation rebuilding in the region.

• $1.5M

  South Dakota Community Foundation · Pierre, SD · 2022

  To operate two grant programs with the purpose of inspiring and supporting creative problem-solving across south dakota and the native nations that share that geography.

• $1.4M

  Northcountry Cooperative Foundation · St Paul, MN · 2024

  Northcountry cooperative foundation will scale an innovative financing model to support cooperative resident ownership of affordable manufactured housing communities

• $1.4M

  Build Wealth Mn · Minneapolis, MN · 2024

  Support for work related to a program-related investment intended to scale an innovative mortgage lending program to support black homeownership in the twin cities

• $1.4M

  Build Wealth Mn · Minneapolis, MN · 2023

  Build wealth minnesota (bwm) will scale low-barrier mortgage loan programs to increase black homeownership by 15% in the twin cities. The 9,000 equities fund will leverage philanthropic and public investment to transfor… read allBuild wealth minnesota (bwm) will scale low-barrier mortgage loan programs to increase black homeownership by 15% in the twin cities. The 9,000 equities fund will leverage philanthropic and public investment to transform mortgage lending by providing 9,000 low-barrier mortgage loans to borrowers with low incomes. Bwm plans to raise $100 million in capital needed for a permanent revolving mortgage loan fund to achieve its goal over 10 years. Financial coaching and training will prepare a pipeline of homebuyers to receive down payment assistance and an affordable mortgage for sustainable homeownership. Affordable mortgage loans and long-term assistance by bwm will grow equity in their homes and lead to wealth creation by black families. less
• $1.4M

  Shared Capital Cooperative · Saint Paul, MN · 2022

  Shared capital cooperative will develop and test a commons-based approach to acquire and steward a network of farms across minnesota focused on supporting bipoc farmers. This approach would enable farmers to access affo… read allShared capital cooperative will develop and test a commons-based approach to acquire and steward a network of farms across minnesota focused on supporting bipoc farmers. This approach would enable farmers to access affordable land long-term while advancing shared agro-ecological stewardship and supporting strong community ownership. The design process would establish the social and operational systems needed to establish a successful farm enterprise within vibrant communities. less
• $1.4M

  Minneapolis Foundation · Minneapolis, MN · 2024

  To test a special-purpose credit program that is backed by a loan guarantee to increase access to capital for black wealth builders and shift bank underwriting and lending standards

• $1.3M

  Leavitt Partners · Washington, DC · 2024

  To develop a new strategic alliance to change federal policies to improve health care access and outcomes in indian country

• $1.3M

  Midwest Indigenous Immersion Network · Garrison, MN · 2024

  To spread ojibwe language revitalization by developing a bigger, shared infrastructure

• $1.2M

  Bush Fellowship Program - Cohort 20 · Saint Paul, MN · 2024

  Bush fellowship program

• $1.2M

  Bush Fellowship Program - Cohort 20 · Saint Paul, MN · 2024

  Bush fellowship program

• $1.2M

  Four Bands Community Fund · Eagle Butte, SD · 2024

  To provide grant funding for good relatives collaborative grantees in native nations and native communities in minnesota, north dakota and south dakota.

• $1.2M

  Northwest North Dakota Community Foundation · Williston, ND · 2024

  To establish the creative community solutions grantmaking fund at northwest north dakota community foundation to support and recognize creative community solutions and innovations within the state of north dakota

• $1.2M

  Four Bands Community Fund · Eagle Butte, SD · 2023

  Grant to support and recognize good relatives collaborative grantees for native nations and native communities in minnesota, north dakota and south dakota. Four bands community fund, a good relatives collaborative partn… read allGrant to support and recognize good relatives collaborative grantees for native nations and native communities in minnesota, north dakota and south dakota. Four bands community fund, a good relatives collaborative partner organization, will distribute grants to approved grantees over the six years of the program. less
• $1.2M

  Northwest North Dakota Community Foundation · Williston, ND · 2023

  The creative community solutions grantmaking fund at the northwest north dakota community foundation will support and recognize creative community solutions and innovations within the state of north dakota through a par… read allThe creative community solutions grantmaking fund at the northwest north dakota community foundation will support and recognize creative community solutions and innovations within the state of north dakota through a partnership with strengthen nd. less
• $1.2M

  Four Bands Community Fund · Eagle Butte, SD · 2022

  Grant to support and recognize good relatives collaborative grantees for native nations and native communities in minnesota, north dakota and south dakota. Four bands community fund, a good relatives collaborative partn… read allGrant to support and recognize good relatives collaborative grantees for native nations and native communities in minnesota, north dakota and south dakota. Four bands community fund, a good relatives collaborative partner organization, will distribute grants to approved grantees over the six year of the program. less
• $1.2M

  Northwest North Dakota Community Foundation · Williston, ND · 2022

  The creative community solutions grantmaking fund at the northwest north dakota community foundation will support and recognize creative community solutions and innovations within the state of north dakota through a par… read allThe creative community solutions grantmaking fund at the northwest north dakota community foundation will support and recognize creative community solutions and innovations within the state of north dakota through a partnership with strengthen nd. less
• $1.2M

  Build Wealth Mn · Minneapolis, MN · 2022

  Build wealth minnesota (bwm) will scale low-barrier mortgage loan programs to increase black homeownership by 15% in the twin cities. The 9,000 equities fund will leverage philanthropic and public investment to transfor… read allBuild wealth minnesota (bwm) will scale low-barrier mortgage loan programs to increase black homeownership by 15% in the twin cities. The 9,000 equities fund will leverage philanthropic and public investment to transform mortgage lending by providing 9,000 low-barrier mortgage loans to borrowers with low incomes. Bwm plans to raise $100 million in capital needed for a permanent revolving mortgage loan fund to achieve its goal over 10 years. Financial coaching and training will prepare a pipeline of homebuyers to receive down payment assistance and an affordable mortgage for sustainable homeownership. Affordable mortgage loans and long-term assistance by bwm will grow equity in their homes and lead to wealth creation by black families. less
• $1.1M

  Black Hills Area Community Foundation · Rapid City, SD · 2022

  Support for work related to a program-related investment intended to develop and spread a private-public model to support the development of strategic housing.

• $1.1M

  Native Governance Center · Minneapolis, MN · 2024

  To improve the financial management and capacity of native nations by spreading a tested model that promotes sustainable financial practices and builds native self-determination

• $1.1M

  Bush Fellowship Program · Saint Paul, MN · 2023

  Bush fellowship program

• $1.0M

  Bush Fellowship Program · St Paul, MN · 2022

  Bush fellowship program

• $1.0M

  City of Saint Paul · Saint Paul, MN · 2024

  To further test and spread the implementation of collegebound saint paul, a targeted, universal college savings accounts for every child born in the city of st. Paul, minnesota

• $1.0M

  Indian Land Tenure Foundation · Little Canada, MN · 2024

  Support for tribal sovereignty and native nation rebuilding in the region

• $1.0M

  Indian Land Tenure Foundation · Little Canada, MN · 2023

  Support for tribal sovereignty and native nation rebuilding in the region.

• $982,665

  Metropolitan Consortium of Community Developers · Minneapolis, MN · 2024

  To develop and test a driver-owned rideshare cooperative that promotes better working conditions for drivers, and exists as an alternative to mainstream rideshare options

• $950,000

  Lake Street Council · Minneapolis, MN · 2024

  To inspire, equip and connect bipoc and immigrant entrepreneurs to equitable clean energy opportunities

• $929,200

  National Arts Strategies · Alexandria, VA · 2023

  Change network program: north dakota and south dakota cohorts 5, 6, & 7

• $929,200

  National Arts Strategies · Alexandria, VA · 2022

  Change network program: north dakota and south dakota cohorts 5, 6, & 7

• $861,666

  Finnovation Institute · Minneapolis, MN · 2023

  Finnovation fellowship program cohorts 4, 5 and 6

• $861,666

  Finnovation Institute · Minneapolis, MN · 2022

  Finnovation fellowship program cohorts 4, 5 and 6

• $854,580

  Knowledgeworks Foundation · Cincinnati, OH · 2022

  State infrastructure and models for personalized learning in north dakota

• $805,000

  Four Bands Community Fund · Eagle Butte, SD · 2023

  The bush prize celebrates organizations who are extraordinary not only in what they do but in how they do it. It provides creative capital to organizations that are making great things happen throughout our region. The … read allThe bush prize celebrates organizations who are extraordinary not only in what they do but in how they do it. It provides creative capital to organizations that are making great things happen throughout our region. The 2023 bush prize: native winners are dream of wild health and little earth residents association; two organizations that are highly valued within their communities and have a track record of successful community problem solving. Three other organizations, racing magpie, spirit lake youth sports and pine ridge parks, recreation and trails, were selected as bush prize finalists and will receive a $10,000 award. All native winners and finalists were identified and selected by a community selection panel through a partnership with our community grant partner, the good relatives collaborative. less
• $800,000

  Naca-Inspired Schools Network · Albuquerque, NM · 2023

  Naca inspired schools network will spread the implementation of student-centered learning practices across the bush foundation region through their fellows program and other professional development support centered in … read allNaca inspired schools network will spread the implementation of student-centered learning practices across the bush foundation region through their fellows program and other professional development support centered in native american culture, language, and values. less
• $787,500

  Ducks Unlimited · Memphis, TN · 2024

  To implement an innovative model for regional conservation of grasslands that is designed to benefit farmers and ranchers across south dakota

• $785,399

  Bush Fellowship Program · St Paul, MN · 2022

  Bush fellowship program

• $750,000

  Native American Community Clinic · Minneapolis, MN · 2024

  To test a concept called the community hub, a groundbreaking harm reduction approach and overdose prevention site supporting unsheltered communities and people who use drugs in minneapolis

• $750,000

  Renewable Energy Partners · Minneapolis, MN · 2024

  To test a clean energy workforce model that delivers equitable clean energy benefits to black, indigenous, and people of color

• $750,000

  Native American Community Clinic · Minneapolis, MN · 2023

  Southside harm reduction services (shrs), a sponsored organization of native american community clinic (nacc) will work in partnership in the development of a community hub. The community hub will open as a drop-in cent… read allSouthside harm reduction services (shrs), a sponsored organization of native american community clinic (nacc) will work in partnership in the development of a community hub. The community hub will open as a drop-in center providing a range of harm reduction strategies for those who use substances, with an emphasis on people who live outside. This hub will lay the groundwork for a space that could transition into an overdose prevention center if or when the community and city are ready. less
• $725,000

  Shared Capital Cooperative · Saint Paul, MN · 2023

  Shared capital cooperative will develop and test a commons-based approach to acquire and steward a network of farms across minnesota focused on supporting bipoc farmers. This approach would enable farmers to access affo… read allShared capital cooperative will develop and test a commons-based approach to acquire and steward a network of farms across minnesota focused on supporting bipoc farmers. This approach would enable farmers to access affordable land long-term while advancing shared agro-ecological stewardship and supporting strong community ownership. The design process would establish the social and operational systems needed to establish a successful farm enterprise within vibrant communities. less
• $722,952

  Bush Fellowship Program · Saint Paul, MN · 2023

  Bush fellowship program

• $718,858

  The Equity in Action Way Foundation · Minneapolis, MN · 2024

  Develop and test a black women and girls vulnerability index and pilot related trainings for agencies and organizations to support the work in minnesota to address issue of missing and murdered black women and girls

• $705,000

  South Dakota Community Foundation · Pierre, SD · 2023

  The bush prize celebrates organizations who are extraordinary not only in what they do but in how they do it. It provides creative capital to organizations that are making great things happen throughout our region. The … read allThe bush prize celebrates organizations who are extraordinary not only in what they do but in how they do it. It provides creative capital to organizations that are making great things happen throughout our region. The 2023 bush prize: south dakota winners are black hills special service coop. And lost and found; two organizations that are highly valued within their communities and have a track record of successful community problem solving. Two other organizations, children's care hospital & school dba lifescape and dakota resources were selected as bush prize finalists and will receive a $10,000 award. All south dakota winners and finalists were identified and selected by a community selection panel through a partnership with our community grant partner, the south dakota community foundation. less
• $684,000

  North Dakota Community Foundation · Bismarck, ND · 2022

  The north dakota native tourism alliance, a sponsored organization of north dakota community foundation, will develop and test a new model of tourism that creates tour packages specific to and created by nation nations … read allThe north dakota native tourism alliance, a sponsored organization of north dakota community foundation, will develop and test a new model of tourism that creates tour packages specific to and created by nation nations in north dakota. This model combats a history of colonizing narratives and practices within tourism where non-native entities primarily dominate the narratives and own the sites most frequently encountered within tourism experiences. This five-year project will include product development, implementation and capacity building. The ultimate aim of this work is to educate visitors about native american heritage and tribal nationhood and to create economic opportunities within native communities. less
• $638,840

  Bush Fellowship Program · St Paul, MN · 2022

  Bush fellowship program

• $628,000

  Saint Paul and Minnesota Foundation · Saint Paul, MN · 2024

  For bush prize: minnesota winners and finalists

• $600,000

  Black Hills Special Services Cooperative · Sturgis, SD · 2023

  Technology & innovation in education (tie), which is a division of black hills special services cooperative, will spread the implementation of student-centered learning practices in south dakota through their learning p… read allTechnology & innovation in education (tie), which is a division of black hills special services cooperative, will spread the implementation of student-centered learning practices in south dakota through their learning pathways program. less
• $600,000

  City of Saint Paul · Saint Paul, MN · 2023

  Collegebound st. Paul is the first college savings account program in the nation where every child born in the city is eligible, most are auto-enrolled, and all participants receives a $50 seed deposit. The program incl… read allCollegebound st. Paul is the first college savings account program in the nation where every child born in the city is eligible, most are auto-enrolled, and all participants receives a $50 seed deposit. The program includes 'bonuses' for activities such as completing well-child clinic visits and attending financial health programming. Through the program incentive structure, the accounts become a mechanism that can be utilized to support whole families thrive related to a range of issues through increased engagement with city agencies and social support organizations. less
• $580,000

  South Central Service Cooperative · North Mankato, MN · 2023

  The scl collective will spread the implementation of student-centered learning practices in minnesota. The scl collective is made-up of longview education, regional service cooperatives, and core schools, which are best… read allThe scl collective will spread the implementation of student-centered learning practices in minnesota. The scl collective is made-up of longview education, regional service cooperatives, and core schools, which are best practice student-centered learning schools and districts (namely new century school, spring grove public schools, thrive ed/hopkins public schools, and fairmont public schools.) they will coach and support schools and districts in implementing more culturally responsive student-centered learning practices. less
• $568,417

  Bush Fellowship Program - Cohort 20 · Saint Paul, MN · 2024

  Bush fellowship program

• $560,000

  South Dakota Community Foundation · Pierre, SD · 2024

  For bush prize: south dakota winner and finalists

• $556,000

  Four Bands Community Fund · Eagle Butte, SD · 2024

  For bush prize: native nations winners and finalists

• $556,000

  Northwest North Dakota Community Foundation · Williston, ND · 2024

  For bush prize: north dakota winners and finalists

• $535,000

  South Dakota Education Equity Coalition (Sdeec) · Black Hawk, SD · 2024

  To develop and test a new, statewide model of collective tribal leadership to address education disparities and strengthen tribal sovereignty

• $535,000

  South Dakota Education Equity Coalition (Sdeec) · Black Hawk, SD · 2023

  The south dakota education equity coalition will develop and test a new model for organizing communities and building partnerships in south dakota to amplify indigenous voices and raise up the critical needs of native s… read allThe south dakota education equity coalition will develop and test a new model for organizing communities and building partnerships in south dakota to amplify indigenous voices and raise up the critical needs of native students. This 5-year project will include community education and training, network strengthening and capacity building to support change across jurisdictions and at multiple levels. The ultimate aim of this work is to address long-standing education disparities and promote indigenous self-determination by supporting leaders to advocate for their communities. less
• $530,000

  Centro De Trabajadores Unidos En Lucha · Minneapolis, MN · 2023

  The tending the soil coalition, a sponsored organization of centro de trabajadores unidos en la lucha (ctul), will implement the rise up construction campaign, a comprehensive approach to shifting power towards workers … read allThe tending the soil coalition, a sponsored organization of centro de trabajadores unidos en la lucha (ctul), will implement the rise up construction campaign, a comprehensive approach to shifting power towards workers to decrease exploitative practices, increase access to apprenticeship programs, and create alternative pathways to union membership in the building trades less
• $523,135

  The Compass Center · Sioux Falls, SD · 2022

  The compass center will scale the little navigators empowerment program, growing the number of students, locations and staff. The program builds a network of support within childcare centers to promote healthy social de… read allThe compass center will scale the little navigators empowerment program, growing the number of students, locations and staff. The program builds a network of support within childcare centers to promote healthy social development and prevent child abuse for young children who have experienced trauma. less
• $500,000

  Makoce Agriculture Development · Porcupine, SD · 2024

  To develop and spread a new and comprehensive model for a sustainable tribal food system through innovative food sovereignty initiatives

• $500,000

  Northside Economic Opportunity Network · Minneapolis, MN · 2024

  To develop and test an innovative black food business incubator that supports entrepreneurs and promotes a regenerative economy in north minneapolis

• $500,000

  Achieve Twin Cities · Minneapolis, MN · 2023

  Achieve twin cities will spread the implementation of student-centered learning practices in high schools in the saint paul public schools district through their achievement centers and collaboration with school staff.

• $500,000

  Makoce Agriculture Development · Porcupine, SD · 2023

  Makoce agriculture development is developing a new and comprehensive model for a sustainable local food system that will support good health and create new economic opportunities on the pine ridge reservation. This 5-ye… read allMakoce agriculture development is developing a new and comprehensive model for a sustainable local food system that will support good health and create new economic opportunities on the pine ridge reservation. This 5-year project will include community education and training, network strengthening and securing access to and building on tribal land to create community food centers. This will be done through five initiatives that will work across sectors and in partnership with one another to build an interconnected regenerative local food system. The ultimate aim of this work is to advance tribal sovereignty in the region by supporting tribal leaders and communities to build their own systems for wellness and modes of self-determination. less
• $500,000

  Thunder Valley Community Development Corporation · Porcupine, SD · 2023

  Thunder valley cdc will spread the implementation of student-centered learning practices in the bush foundation region, especially on pine ridge reservation, through their lakota language and culture immersion programs.

• $500,000

  Sacred Pipe Resource Center · Mandan, ND · 2022

  To operate two grant programs with the purpose of inspiring and supporting creative problem-solving within native nations and native communities across the bush foundation region.

• $485,000

  All Square · Minneapolis, MN · 2023

  Continue development of legal revolution, an innovative legal education program for individuals that have experienced incarceration to bring their missing and important perspective to the legal field.

• $475,000

  Headwaters Foundation for Justice · Minneapolis, MN · 2023

  The bush prize celebrates organizations who are extraordinary not only in what they do but in how they do it. It provides creative capital to organizations that are making great things happen throughout our region. The … read allThe bush prize celebrates organizations who are extraordinary not only in what they do but in how they do it. It provides creative capital to organizations that are making great things happen throughout our region. The 2023 bush prize: minnesota winners are ayada leads, new native theater, our justice and restaurant opportunities center- mn; four organizations that are highly valued within their communities and have a track record of successful community problem solving. Three other organizations, mni sota fund, inquilinxs unidxs por justicia, and asian economic development association, were selected as bush prize finalists and will receive a $10,000 award. All minnesota winners and finalists were identified and selected by a community selection panel through a partnership with our community grant partner, headwaters foundation for justice. less
• $472,500

  Hispanic Advocacy and Community Empowerment Through Research · Saint Paul, MN · 2024

  Building a network of latine organizations

• $471,000

  Gender Justice · Saint Paul, MN · 2022

  Communities in north dakota and south dakota will implement a gender equity model with an emphasis on trans inclusion in partnership with individuals and systems. This model will be an adaptation of gender justice's pow… read allCommunities in north dakota and south dakota will implement a gender equity model with an emphasis on trans inclusion in partnership with individuals and systems. This model will be an adaptation of gender justice's powerful model in minnesota that combines impact litigation, public education, and narrative change in ways that are locally-owned and driven. less
• $470,986

  Bush Fellowship Program · Saint Paul, MN · 2023

  Bush fellowship program

• $465,000

  Gender Justice · Saint Paul, MN · 2023

  Communities in north dakota and south dakota will implement a gender equity model with an emphasis on trans inclusion in partnership with individuals and systems. This model will be an adaptation of gender justice's pow… read allCommunities in north dakota and south dakota will implement a gender equity model with an emphasis on trans inclusion in partnership with individuals and systems. This model will be an adaptation of gender justice's powerful model in minnesota that combines impact litigation, public education, and narrative change in ways that are locally-owned and driven. less
• $458,000

  Centro De Trabajadores Unidos En Lucha · Minneapolis, MN · 2022

  The tending the soil coalition, a sponsored organization of centro de trabajadores unidos en la lucha (ctul), will implement the rise up construction campaign, a comprehensive approach to shifting power towards workers … read allThe tending the soil coalition, a sponsored organization of centro de trabajadores unidos en la lucha (ctul), will implement the rise up construction campaign, a comprehensive approach to shifting power towards workers to decrease exploitative practices, increase access to apprenticeship programs, and create alternative pathways to union membership in the building trades less
• $447,000

  Four Bands Community Fund · Ancram, NY · 2023

  Paskho, a black-owned sustainable clothing brand in partnership with four bands community fund, will launch awaremade, a cooperative governing structure overseeing the oyate pod, and the growth of additional sewing pods… read allPaskho, a black-owned sustainable clothing brand in partnership with four bands community fund, will launch awaremade, a cooperative governing structure overseeing the oyate pod, and the growth of additional sewing pods on the cheyenne river indian reservation in eagle butte, sd. Awaremade will oversee the development of wrap-around support services, training and profit-sharing structures with the makers (employees of the oyate pod). less
• $439,000

  Four Bands Community Fund · Eagle Butte, SD · 2024

  To develop a shared cooperative model of economic development on the cheyenne river indian reservation

• $422,000

  All Square · Minneapolis, MN · 2022

  Continue development of legal revolution, an innovative legal education program for individuals that have experienced incarceration to bring their missing and important perspective to the legal field.

• $400,000

  Enhancing and Strengthening North Dakota Nonprofits & Communities · Minot, ND · 2024

  To operate two grant programs with the purpose of inspiring and supporting creative problem-solving across north dakota and the native nations that share that geography.

• $400,000

  Sacred Pipe Resource Center · Mandan, ND · 2024

  To operate two grant programs with the purpose of inspiring and supporting creative problem-solving within native nations and native communities across the bush foundation region

• $400,000

  Enhancing and Strengthening North Dakota Nonprofits & Communities · Minot, ND · 2023

  To operate two grant programs with the purpose of inspiring and supporting creative problem-solving across north dakota and the native nations that share that geography.

• $400,000

  Sacred Pipe Resource Center · Mandan, ND · 2023

  To operate two grant programs with the purpose of inspiring and supporting creative problem-solving within native nations and native communities across the bush foundation region.

• $400,000

  Naca-Inspired Schools Network · Albuquerque, NM · 2022

  Naca inspired schools network will spread the implementation of student-centered learning practices across the bush foundation region through their fellows program and other professional development support centered in … read allNaca inspired schools network will spread the implementation of student-centered learning practices across the bush foundation region through their fellows program and other professional development support centered in native american culture, language, and values. less
• $400,000

  Wallin Education Partners · Saint Paul, MN · 2022

  Honoring archibald bush's legacy through scholarships in granite falls and st. Paul

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