Our Partners

Throlson American Bison Foundation

The Throlson American Bison Foundation Scholarship application is due by October 1st. Please apply here and make sure that your department head or chairperson completes their portion of the application, and submits a letter of recommendation which is a requirement to apply.  Winners will be announced no later than November 10, 2024, with scholarship funds available in January of 2025. 

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National Buffalo Foundation

Preserve their History. Foster their Future.

Healthy bison herds and a healthy bison business require research and outreach to equip producers and marketers with the resources needed to manage their animals, their land, and enterprises.

The National Buffalo Foundation’s mission, to be the major trusted source for bison research and education, supports that research and outreach. The NBF is the primary fundraising arm supporting the Center of Excellence for Bison Studies, which conducts and distributes cutting-edge research to expand the tools available to build healthy herds and businesses. Over the past four years, the NBF has provided nearly $1.5 million in financial support for the Center of Excellence.

NBF’s efforts extend beyond the Center of Excellence to include projects such as the Bison Exhibit, a traveling interactive exhibit exploring the past, present, and future of this magnificent animal; the National Mammal of the United States.

The NBF is a 501(c)(3) foundation, so contributions are deductible as a charitable donation. Click here to learn how you can financially support the NBF’s important work.

Intertribal Buffalo Council

The Intertribal Buffalo Council is dedicated to the support of sustainable Tribal buffalo programs and provides the  membership with technical assistance in the development of such programs on both a localized  and a national scale. This includes training and technical assistance on the development of  feasibility analyses, business plans and marketing plans. ITBC assists Tribes in the development  of a consistent supply chain, uniform labeling, packaging and product distribution. ITBC is committed to reestablishing buffalo herds on Tribal lands in a manner that promotes cultural enhancement, spiritual revitalization, ecological  restoration, and economic development.

Center of Excellence For Bison Studies

The Center of Excellence for Bison Studies (COE) is coordinated through South Dakota State University, but includes active participation by researchers and Extension officials from other land grant universities, including 1994 tribal land-grant colleges and universities. The COE is a collaborative partnership among SDSU, the National Bison Association and the National Buffalo Foundation.

The COE focuses on research activities that aim to improve the understanding, management, and health of bison and the economic viability of all bison producers and managers. The COE is headquartered at the SDSU West River Research and Extension center in Rapid City, South Dakota.

Nationwide® Agribusiness

The National Bison Association (NBA) is proud to partner with Nationwide® to provide the insurance products and services our members need to succeed today and tomorrow. Whether you are increasing the size of your bison operation, buying a vehicle, or experiencing the unexpected, Nationwide is on your side, protecting your future and your next — whatever that might be.  Nationwide offers NBA members nearly a century of experience protecting America’s farmers and ranchers. Unmatched coverages and risk management expertise give NBA members peace of mind and the protection they need to be successful. Learn more at www.aginsightcenter.com and download this flyer for all the details.