Three-year grants for nonprofit media organizations to enhance news, storytelling, and community engagement across Minnesota, the Dakotas, and 23 Native nations.
Funder: Bush Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): June 2027 (Media Partnerships Program, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $150,000 total over 3 years; typically $50,000/year or 25% of org expenses
Summary: Flexible three-year operating grants for nonprofit media organizations to strengthen news, storytelling, and community engagement in the Bush Foundation region.
Key Information: Applications open every 3 years; next cycle anticipated in 2027.
The Media Partnerships Program provides three-year, flexible operating grants to nonprofit media organizations serving Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota, and the 23 Native nations within this geography. The program aims to enhance the quality and reach of news, information, and storytelling that benefits the region, supports editorial independence, and fosters creative collaboration. Funding can be used for general operations or specific communications projects, with a focus on organizations that amplify important stories, connect communities, and demonstrate a commitment to diversity, trust, and collaboration in their media work.