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.

De Smet Water Tower
Bush Prize Case Study
Hope Community
Bush Prize Case Study

Over 1,000 youth and adults work with Hope Community each year to build stronger lives and more power for their families and communities.

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Bush Prize Case Study
Grow South Dakota
Bush Prize Case Study

Understanding that small communities often struggle to invest in economic development, GROW South Dakota (GROW) offers an innovative program of financial and technical assistance.

Men as Peacemapers sign
Bush Prize Case Study

Learn how Men As Peacemakers has developed a range programs that promote gender equity, repair harm and prevent future violence.

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Bush Prize Case Study
Reflections from Bush Fellows and Grantees

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Community Innovation process
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