Emergency Support for Bees After Hurricanes Helene and Milton

Beekeepers and Bees Face Unprecedented Losses

The devastation from Hurricanes Helene and Milton left a significant impact on bees and beekeepers across the Southeast. The storms wiped out critical forage and destroyed countless hives, leaving millions of bees facing starvation. Without immediate support, the loss of these vital pollinators could affect not only local ecosystems but also our broader food supply.

Greater Good Charities’ Response: Providing Life-Sustaining Aid

In response, Greater Good Charities' disaster team has been working closely with beekeepers in the affected areas, from small operations to large farms, providing emergency resources to help sustain their bee populations. Partnering with Cargill and Mann Lake, we are hosting feeding events across Florida, Georgia, and the Carolinas, donating thousands of gallons of syrup, bee pollen substitute, and sugar to nourish billions of bees while they await the return of natural forage.

The Crucial Role of Bees in Our Food System

Did you know that one out of every three bites of food in the United States relies on honeybees and other pollinators? Bees alone are responsible for pollinating $15 billion worth of crops each year, from almonds to apples. Protecting these pollinators protects our food system, ensuring that fruits, vegetables, and countless other crops continue to thrive.

Join Us to Help Bees and Beekeepers Recover

Greater Good Charities is dedicated to supporting bees and beekeepers through this crisis, but we can’t do it alone. By helping protect bees, you’re helping to protect our food and our future. Join us in keeping these critical pollinators—and our food system—thriving.

Support the Cause

Your donation today will help deliver essential aid to bees and beekeepers who are facing unprecedented challenges. Together, we can make a difference for bees, beekeepers, and the environment.