The Good Relatives Collaborative Grant
The Good Relatives Collaborative Grant provides unrestricted funding to Native-led nonprofits advancing Indigenous values and impact in Native communities across MN, ND, SD, and the 23 Native Nations.
Funder: Bush Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): March 2027 (full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: 8 grants of $50,000 and 8 grants of $100,000; all awards are unrestricted; organizations may apply for only one grant.
Summary: Unrestricted funding for Native-led nonprofits serving Native communities in MN, ND, SD, and the 23 Native Nations, awarded through a Native community review process.
Key Information: Only Native-led nonprofits with budgets under $2.5M and meeting specific leadership criteria are eligible.
Description
The Good Relatives Collaborative Grant provides unrestricted funding to Native-led nonprofit organizations serving Native communities in Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota, and the 23 Native Nations within this geography. Grants are awarded based on a community review process conducted by an all–Native American panel. The application involves submitting organizational documentation and a letter of application that reflects Indigenous values, community impact, and sustainability. This grant aims to empower Native-led organizations with flexible financial resources to further their missions and deepen community impact.
