George & Barbara Bush Foundation

What George & Barbara Bush Foundation does

The George & Barbara Bush Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization headquartered in College Station, Texas, with field offices in Houston and Washington, D.C. Founded in 1997 alongside the dedication of the George H.W. Bush Presidential Library at Texas A&M University, the Foundation preserves and advances the legacies of President George H.W. Bush and First Lady Barbara Bush through educational exhibits, scholarship programs, public service initiatives, and family literacy grantmaking. Its core programmatic portfolio includes the Barbara Bush Fund for Family Literacy (national grantmaking to community-based literacy organizations), multiple scholarship programs (USS George H.W. Bush CVN 77 Scholarship, the High School Public Service Scholarship), the James A. Baker III Pavilion (a 29,000-square-foot event and exhibit venue opened June 2024), the annual Presidential Salute gala, the George Bush Award for Excellence in Public Service, and the All the Best podcast.

The Foundation does not develop proprietary technology; its "platform" consists of the physical Presidential Library & Museum campus, the affiliated Bush School of Government & Public Service at Texas A&M (over 2,200 enrolled students), the Museum Store, and digital channels including bush41.org, Blackbaud-hosted donation and membership systems, and social media. The Library and Museum attract more than 110,000 visitors annually, and the Barbara Bush Fund for Family Literacy has invested over $110 million across all 50 states and the District of Columbia over 30+ years.

The Foundation's business model is a diversified nonprofit revenue stack: tax-deductible charitable donations (its primary inflow), an annual membership program with six tiers ranging from $50 (Individual) to $1,000+ (41st Society), Museum Store retail sales, signature event revenue including auctions and the Baker Pavilion rental business (open daily 7am–11pm), and grants administration including community grants administered through Mays Business School. It serves four primary segments: general public/history enthusiasts, students and young leaders, families and educators (literacy beneficiaries), and donors/supporters. Leadership includes CEO Alice Gonzalez Yates (appointed March 2025), COO Jayton Rainey Ph.D., CFO Maddie Hillin, and CCO Lauren Sproull, supported by approximately 12 additional staff.

Name

George & Barbara Bush Foundation

Legal name

George & Barbara Bush Foundation

Website

https://bush41.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1997

Operating status

Operating

Short description

The George & Barbara Bush Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that preserves the legacies of President George H.W. Bush and First Lady Barbara Bush through the Bush Presidential Library & Museum, scholarships, public service awards, and the Barbara Bush Fund for Family Literacy grantmaking program serving all 50 states.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Nonprofit Philanthropic Foundation Services

NAICS

Grantmaking Foundations (813211), Grantmaking and Giving Services (81321), Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations (813)

akta.pro primary industry

Family Offices & Philanthropic Advisors (Grantmaking) (BPAGAKAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Community Foundations (BPAGAKAB), Corporate & Foundation Relations (Sponsorships, Grants, Partnerships) (EDALAOAE)

Keywords

• Family literacy programs
• Presidential legacy preservation
• Public service scholarships
• Community grant programs
• Nonprofit charitable foundation

Headquarters

HQ city

College Station

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Donations and Contributions: Tax-deductible charitable donations from individuals, corporations, and foundations supporting the Foundation's educational exhibits, programming, scholarships, and mission. The Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization (Tax ID: 760345781).
2. Museum Store Operations: Revenue from the Museum Store located in the Presidential Library complex in College Station, Texas, which serves as a dynamic extension of the Library and Museum experience.
3. Membership Program: Annual membership program with tiers from $50 Individual to $1,000+ 41st Society, providing benefits including unlimited free admission to the George H.W. Bush Presidential Library and Museum, discounts at the Museum Store, invitations to events, and newsletter subscription.
4. Event Revenue: Revenue from signature events including the annual Presidential Salute featuring live and silent auctions, and venue rentals including the James A. Baker III Pavilion available for event rental from 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. daily.
5. Scholarship Programs: Various scholarship programs including USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77) Scholarship ($2,500 per recipient), George H.W. Bush High School Public Service Scholarship ($2,500 per recipient plus $1,000 grant to school), and community grants administered through Mays Business School partnership.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels7 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

The George & Barbara Bush Foundation operates as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that preserves and advances the legacies of President George H.W. Bush and First Lady Barbara Bush. It funds and administers family literacy initiatives, public service scholarships, community grants, museum exhibits, and educational programming housed primarily at the George H.W. Bush Presidential Library and Museum on the Texas A&M University campus.

Product overview

The George & Barbara Bush Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving the legacies of President George H.W. Bush and First Lady Barbara Bush through education, service, and civic engagement programs. The Foundation operates as a unified portfolio of initiatives including: the Barbara Bush Fund for Family Literacy (grantmaking for literacy programs nationwide); scholarship programs (USS CVN 77 Scholarship, George H.W. Bush High School Public Service Scholarship, Community Grant Program); the James A. Baker III Pavilion (museum facility open daily with free admission and available for event rental); the George Bush Award for Excellence in Public Service; the All the Best podcast; and an annual membership program. The Foundation supports the George H.W. Bush Presidential Library & Museum and The Bush School of Government & Public Service at Texas A&M University. The organization also hosts events including the Presidential Salute, Bush Birthday Celebrations, and manages special initiatives like the E Pluribus Unum exhibit commemorating America's 250th anniversary.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Barbara Bush Fund for Family Literacy: National grantmaking program focused on family literacy, providing direct support through grants to community-based family literacy programs across the country
• James A. Baker, III Pavilion
• Presidential Salute
• All the Best Podcast

Products and services

• Barbara Bush Fund for Family Literacy

Quantifiable outcome

• Over $110 million invested in family literacy programs benefiting millions of families across all 50 states and DC over 30+ years
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

API detail

Has API

No

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Partnerships

13 partnerships are on record, tiered core, minor and flagship.

• National Center for Families Learning (NCFL)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 July 2026NCFL received one of the first grants from the Barbara Bush Fund for Family Literacy to support and expand family literacy programming in Texas, establishing three new Family Learning Communities. NCFL has worked for more than 35 years to eradicate poverty through education solutions for families, carrying forward Barbara Bush's vision.
• More Perfect Presidential Centers Naturalization Ceremony SeriesminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 30 June 2026Nationwide initiative uniting 21 presidential centers in support of America250, the national commemoration of the 250th anniversary of the United States. The Foundation participated by hosting a naturalization ceremony where 72 individuals became citizens.
• Bryan Texas Utilities (BTU)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2026Bryan Texas Utilities partners with the Foundation to sponsor the George H.W. Bush High School Public Service Scholarship Luncheon, celebrating recipients for academic excellence, leadership, and commitment to serving others. BTU provides ongoing support for the scholarship program.
• Mays Business School at Texas A&M UniversitycoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting Partner · 1 January 2026Mays Business School's Strategic Philanthropy Course administers the George H.W. Bush Foundation Community Grant Program, providing grants for local area community organizations. The course handles application, review, and decision-making for community grants.
• First Teachers Family Literacy ProgramminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 5 November 2025One of three inaugural grant recipients from the Barbara Bush Fund for Family Literacy. Located in Biddeford, Maine, supporting family literacy programming.
• Briya Public Charter SchoolminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 5 November 2025One of three inaugural grant recipients from the Barbara Bush Fund for Family Literacy. Located in Washington, D.C., supporting family literacy programming.
• Achieve Plant CityminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 5 November 2025One of three inaugural grant recipients from the Barbara Bush Fund for Family Literacy. Located in Plant City, Florida, supporting family literacy programming. Founder Angelica Ibarra is a former literacy student who witnessed the transformative power of family literacy firsthand.
• U.S. Postal ServiceminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 8 May 2025The U.S. Postal Service unveiled a commemorative Forever stamp honoring former First Lady Barbara Bush at a ceremony attended by Foundation representatives. The stamp celebrates the centennial year of Barbara Bush's birth.
• Daisy's Table CafeminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 June 2024Operated by acclaimed local chef Tai Lee, Daisy's Table honors the Bush family's values of friendship and generosity in the James A. Baker III Pavilion. Named after Daisy White, a close friend of the Bushes.
• Gary Sinise FoundationminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2024The Foundation hosts Brothers After War documentary screening and seminar presented by the Gary Sinise Foundation, providing free screenings and seminars for service members, veterans, first responders, and their families.
• Texas A&M UniversityflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 6 November 1997Texas A&M University hosts the George H.W. Bush Presidential Center including the Presidential Library & Museum and Bush School of Government & Public Service. President Bush chose Texas A&M because of the spirit of Aggieland, academic excellence, and because he felt at home. The partnership has continued for decades with the Foundation supporting programs at both institutions.
• George H.W. Bush Presidential Library & MuseumflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 6 November 1997The Foundation supports and promotes education and service-oriented programs at the Bush Presidential Library & Museum, which serves as the final resting place for President and Mrs. Bush and attracts over 110,000 visitors annually. The Library is part of the National Archives and Records Administration.
• The Bush School of Government and Public Service at Texas A&M UniversityflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 6 November 1997The Foundation supports the Bush School which offers 14 degree and certificate programs with over 2,200 students enrolled. The Foundation provides student scholarships and supports the school's Washington D.C. campus. The Foundation recently partnered for the Presidential Leadership Scholars program visit.

Scale indicators6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Market position

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/bushfdn
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/george-barbara-bush-foundation
• Instagraminstagram.com/bushfdn

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Subsidiaries1 record

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M&A

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