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Applications For Bush Prize: Native Nations Open April 1

The annual award honors Native-led organizations with a history of building creative, community-powered solutions

Buffalo's Fire

Buffalo's Fire

March 27, 2026
Applications for Bush Prize: Native Nations open April 1

The Good Relatives Collaborative, in partnership with the Bush Foundation, is calling on Native-led organizations to apply for the Bush Prize: Native Nations. The application period for the annual honor officially opens on April 1.

The Bush Prize recognizes and celebrates Native organizations that have demonstrated a consistent track record of developing innovative, community-driven initiatives. Interested groups can find more information on eligibility and access the application by visiting goodrelativescollaborative.org.

We provide the independent reporting that non-Native, extractive outlets often overlook. We give our communities the context and the facts they need to make informed decisions.

Jodi Rave Spotted Bear

Jodi Rave Spotted Bear

Founder and Editor in Chief

As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, we exist to illuminate tribal government decision-making for everyone who cares about transparency about Native issues. Because the consequences of restricted press freedom affect our communities every day, our trauma-informed reporting is rooted in a deep, firsthand expertise. Every gift helps keep the fire burning. A monthly contribution makes the biggest impact.

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