The Bush Foundation has invested more than $1 billion in myriad organizations and individuals over the past 65 years.

Over that time, the programs at the core of the Foundation have evolved through multiple iterations. 

The prestigious Bush Fellowship is no exception. Since it was first awarded in 1965, Bush Fellows have included artists, government leaders, entrepreneurs, educators and more. One constant, however, is the Foundation’s belief in the power of people to make great ideas happen in their communities. And that is the crux of the Bush Fellowship today: personal leadership growth and development. 

On the following pages, you’ll get a glimpse into the thousands of individuals whose lives — and communities — have been touched by the Bush Fellowship.

Lori Greene

Greene (BF’94, ’10) focused on creating public art for healing and storytelling.

Lee Pao Xiong

Xiong (BF’99) pursued higher education to bring back the “public” in public service.

Seitu Jones

Jones (BF’92, ’04) furthered his studies and developed interdisciplinary art and environmental works.

Duchess Harris

Harris (BF’09), then a tenured associate professor at Macalester College, pursued legal studies and earned her law degree.

Tawanna Black

Black (BF’14) paused to reflect and invest in radical self-care while taking part in a transformational leadership program.