Deadline: 15 October 2024
Applications are now open for Bush Fellowship Program to invest in individual leadership growth.
Bush Fellows are committed to leading equitably to create large-scale change. They have influence with a proven track record of making good change happen. They are experienced problem solvers, able to get results. They are sought after for help, advice, connections and inspiration. They bring in wide-ranging perspectives to help inform and make decisions. They don’t let obstacles stop them. They make mistakes and learn from them. They generously share what they know and help others grow as leaders.
Funding Information
- Up to 30 Bush Fellows are selected to receive up to $150,000 over two years to grow their capacity, knowledge and network to lead.
Eligibility Criteria
- You are eligible for a Bush Fellowship if:
- You are at least 24 years old at the time of the application deadline.
- You are a resident of Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota or one of the 23 Native nations that share the same geography.
- You have lived in the region for at least one (1) continuous year before applying.
Ineligibility Criteria
- You are not eligible if:
- You previously received a Bush Fellowship, Bush Artist Fellowship, Bush Leadership Fellowship, Bush Medical Fellowship or Enduring Vision Award.
- You are a family member of a Bush Foundation staff member or board member. Family members include a spouse, parent, grandparent, great grandparent, child, grandchild, great grandchild and spouses of children, grandchildren and great grandchildren.
For more information, visit Bush Foundation.
