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On this occasion of announcing our new board members, I wanted to highlight how seriously we take board member recruitment.

Change Networks are unique learning experiences for people who want to build the skills and connections that will help them become more effective leaders. Learn more and apply to be part of the 2019 North Dakota or South Dakota cohorts.

We are often asked what makes it clear that someone is a Bush Fellow — why was this group of 24 selected out of all of the applicants? The answer lies in the power of applicants' perspectives and reflections. 

Introducing the 2019 Bush Fellows, 24 visionary leaders who are thinking big about how to invest in their leadership to creatively solve problems in their communities.

Of all the things I love about my job, the most joyful is getting to talk to Bush Fellowship finalists when they come to our office for their final interviews. I love talking to people about their aspirations for making our region better for everyone. And I love talking to people about how the process of applying to be a Bush Fellow has helped them understand what they need to be the leader they want to be.

Published 2019

Request for proposals for an operating partner to manage the implementation of the Community Creativity Cohort 2 program from 2019-2021. 

Request for proposals from nonprofit organizations to assume responsibility for the Creative Community Leadership Institute (CCLI). 

The Bush Prize celebrates organizations with a track record of successful community problem solving. Check out tips from our staff on what we're looking for in a Bush Prize winner.

One of our values is More good. Every year. As an organization, we do things that we believe are clearly good. And even as we try to do good, we know we also do things that cause or contribute to negative outcomes in the world. We do both every day, sometimes simultaneously.

Published 2019

Learn more about the organizations awarded Community Innovation grants in 2018.