Why Saving the Honeybees Is Leaning Toward Becoming A Nonprofit
Honeybees are vital pollinators essential to our food systems, ecosystems, and survival. Yet, in Maine and across the country, colonies face relentless threats—from colony collapse to pests, disease, climate extremes, and habitat loss. For small-scale beekeepers like me, losing hives every year is heartbreaking and costly.
My Personal Why
As a 66-year-old disabled man living on a modest retirement, I don't seek profit from supporting honeybees. I do it out of love for nature and a desire to make a difference. Working with "Saving the Honeybees" gives me purpose and hope—to fight for these essential pollinators and do my part.
But survival costs much more than I have. With ongoing hive losses and rising expenses, I see the urgent need to turn this passion into a nonprofit. That would open doors to donations, grants, and sponsorships, helping us rebuild colonies, educate others, and support honeybee research.
Benefits of Nonprofit Status
- Funding equipment, hives, and treatments - Essential resources to maintain healthy colonies
- Education programs for schools and communities - Spreading awareness about pollinator importance
- Supporting honeybee research and innovation - Contributing to solutions for colony health
- Recognition and tax benefits for donors and sponsors - Making it easier for supporters to contribute
Why It Matters
I believe that with support, Saving the Honeybees can grow into a sustainable organization. Turning unused fields and lawns into pollinator habitats benefits our environment and beautifies our landscape. Every dollar would directly support programs that protect and restore honeybees and their vital role in our ecosystem.
Join Us
This isn't about personal gain but about honoring nature and securing our future food sources. Whether you're an individual or a business, your donations, sponsorships, or time can make a real difference. As a nonprofit, contributions are tax-deductible.
Together, we can save the honeybees of Central Maine and help protect our planet's health.