[Bush Foundation](https://www.bushfoundation.org)

June 2026 (full application deadline, projected)

9 grants of $250,000 each, awarded annually; flexible use.

Honors organizations with a strong record of community problem solving and innovation, providing flexible funding to advance impactful work in MN, ND, SD, and Native Nations.

Forecasted grant cycle; check program page for updates.

--- ## Description The Bush Prize is an annual award from the Bush Foundation that recognizes and supports organizations with a strong reputation for community value and a proven track record of solving problems within their communities. The program emphasizes flexibility—recipients can use the grant funds to build reserves, test new ideas, or support their ongoing work in ways that best fit their mission. The Bush Prize is delivered in partnership with community grant partners across Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota, and Native Nations, each using locally informed criteria and centering equity in decision-making. The program's core mission is to invest in organizations that drive meaningful, innovative, and positive change in their communities. --- ## Due Dates - June 2026 (anticipated full application deadline) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Each year, a total of 9 grants of $250,000 each are awarded. - Grants are flexible and may be used for reserves, new initiatives, or any purpose that supports the organization’s ongoing work. --- ## Eligibility - Open to organizations with a strong track record of community problem solving and innovation. - Eligible organizations must be located in Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota, or the Native Nations that share this geography. - Each regional Bush Prize is administered by a local community grant partner, which may have specific local criteria. - Prior Bush Prize recipients may be eligible to apply again (check with the relevant community partner for specifics). --- ## Application Process - Applications are submitted directly to the appropriate community grant partner: - Minnesota: Saint Paul & Minnesota Foundation - Native Nations: Good Relatives Collaborative - North Dakota: Strengthen ND - South Dakota: South Dakota Community Foundation - Each grant partner operates its own process, guided by community-informed criteria and a focus on equity. - Applicants are encouraged to contact the relevant grant partner for detailed application instructions and timelines. --- ## Additional Information - The Bush Prize is highly competitive and seeks innovative organizations with demonstrable impact. - Awarded funds are intentionally flexible, allowing recipients to determine the best use for their organization and community. - The program emphasizes equity, community leadership, and power sharing in its selection and administration. --- ## External Links - [Bush Prize Program Page (Bush Foundation)](https://www.bushfoundation.org/opportunities/bush-prize-native-nations-north-dakota-south-dakota-minnesota/) - [Bush Foundation – Funding for Your Organization](https://www.bushfoundation.org/funding-for-your-organization/) - [Bush Prize: Minnesota (Saint Paul & Minnesota Foundation)](https://spmcf.org/nonprofits/grants-for-nonprofits/bush-prize-minnesota) - [Bush Prize: Native Nations (Good Relatives Collaborative)](https://goodrelativescollaborative.org/grant-opportunities/bush-prize-native-nations/) - [Bush Prize: North Dakota (Strengthen ND)](https://strengthennd.com/bush-prize-2025/) - [Bush Prize: South Dakota (South Dakota Community Foundation)](https://www.sdcommunityfoundation.org/grants/bush-prize-south-dakota) --- ## Contact Information | Purpose | Contact | |--------------------|-----------------------------------------| | General Inquiries | [staff@bushfoundation.org](mailto:staff@bushfoundation.org) | | Phone | 651-379-2249 | | Online Contact | [Bush Foundation Contact Page](https://www.bushfoundation.org/contact-us) | For region-specific questions, applicants should contact the relevant community grant partner listed above.

Bush Prize - Bush Foundation

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