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- info@detroithives.org
- (248)808-8467
- 9336 E Warren Ave Detroit MI 48214 USA
- www.detroithives.org
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Nonprofit Overview
Causes: Arts & Culture, Environment, Environmental Beautification, Environmental Education
Mission: Detroit Hives; a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization working to improve the quality of life for people and pollinators, living within underserved communities, through the transformation of vacant lots into educational green spaces. Founded in 2016, Detroit Hives now exist in over 29 locations, managing over 4.5 million honeybees, proclaiming DETROIT IS THE PLACE TO BEE! Through their BEE THE CHANGE Program, they educate the next generation of leaders on sustainability and environmental practices.
Results: In just under seven years Detroit Hives' has achieved the following and its work has been recognized by the following awards: Accomplishments: - Introduce an urban beekeeping model to support people and pollinators within underserved communities. - Expanded Nationally to help formed MO HIVES, KC in Kanas City, MO - Founded National Urban Beekeeping Day - Worked with Detroit City Council to help pass a resolution, recognizing Detroit as a Bee City. - Expanded our operation in over 29 locations, managing over 4.5 Million Honeybees - Through our BEE THE CHANGE Program we've educated over 4,000 students on the importance of pollinator conservation. Partnered with local businesses, and restaurants to promote honey as a climate-friendly food and boost economic mobility. Awards and Recognitions: - Pollinator Advocate of the United States - North American Pollinator Protection Campaign (NAPPC) - Environmental Excellence Award from the National Association of Environmental Professionals (NAEP) Spirt of Detroit Award - President's Plaque Award from Keep Michigan Beautiful - Sustainable Community Champion Award - Eco Works
Target demographics: improve the quality of life for both people and pollinators, by transforming vacant lots into urban bee farms.
Geographic areas served: Detroit and Southeast Michigan
Programs: Bee The Change, to help educate the next generation of leaders on sustainability and environmental conservation initiatives.