What We're Learning

We are a learning organization and work to be smarter and more effective every year. We never lose sight of the reason we exist: to do the most possible good with the resources left to the community by Archibald G. Bush. Here we share the lessons we learn through our efforts, as well as the insights of our grantees and Fellows.

Bush Prize Case Study

South Dakota Symphony Orchestra

Papers & Reports

Communications as Program

Papers & Reports

Lessons Learned from 2014 Bush Fellowship Selection Process

In 2014, the Bush Foundation made a number of changes to enhance the Bush Fellowship program’s flexibility, selectivity and visibility.

Bush Prize Case Study

Native American Community Board

Bush Prize Case Study

First Peoples Fund

First Peoples Fund set out more than 20 years ago to devise an approach that empowers Native artists to be culture bearers and leaders of social change in their communities

Papers & Reports

Using Data to Improve Teacher Preparation

In 2009, the Bush Foundation launched its ten-year Teacher Effectiveness Initiative. It was based on the theory that better teacher preparation programs would lead to more effective teachers and, in turn, improved student outcomes.