Bee Sanctuary in Colombia

by Soulgives Company
Bee Sanctuary in Colombia
Bee Sanctuary in Colombia
Bee Sanctuary in Colombia
Bee Sanctuary in Colombia
Bee Sanctuary in Colombia
Bee Sanctuary in Colombia
Bee Sanctuary in Colombia
Bee Sanctuary in Colombia
Bee Sanctuary in Colombia
Bee Sanctuary in Colombia

Summary

Our project will develop a bee rescue and sanctuary in Colombia, but it was decided it was best to move it to Cozumel, Mexico.

$845
total raised
10
donors
0
monthly donors
1
year

Challenge

The decline of worldwide bee populations has many factors including pesticide use, loss of natural habitats, the spread of disease, and climate change. The consequence is that our plants are inadequately pollinated which results in poor harvests. Although Cozumel Island has virtually no commercial agriculture, the mangrove forests that cover nearly all the island supply the essential nutrients to the unique coral reefs that ring the island. Promoting bee growth will also promote coral growth.

Solution

The isolation of the bee park on Cozumel Island will protect the bees from toxic pesticides used in farming. In addition, the warm, consistent year-around temperatures are perfect for the bees. It will be a perfect shelter for the relocated bee swarms that are rescued from urban and rural areas around the island. The educational center will have live Melipona hives and displays to teach people from all around the world about bee culture and how they can encourage bee development.

Long-Term Impact

By increasing the bee population, mangrove tree growth will improve, which in turn will provide more nutrients to the vast coral reef around Cozumel and the Atlantic region. The project will raise awareness among the tourists and residents and advance community participation in the conservation of bees everywhere. Finally, the honey produced by the Melipona bee has shown to have many healing properties for wound healing, eye and sinus health, and aging-related conditions.

Resources

Organization Information

Soulgives Company

Location: Pueblo West, CO - USA
Website:
Facebook: Facebook Page
Twitter: @soulgives1
Project Leader:
Gary Scheirman
PUEBLO WEST , CO United States

Funded Project!

Combined with other sources of funding, this project raised enough money to fund the outlined activities and is no longer accepting donations.
   

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