ALOHA
FRIENDS!
Gentle Hive is a local 501(3)c non-profit organization dedicated to helping the commercial beekeeping industry find alternatives to chemicals used in hives and to help them be sustainable. We do that by finding natural solutions to the pests and diseases plaguing them.
Our mission is to protect bees from extinction and return them to thriving by researching and promoting commercial friendly beekeeping techniques that are non-harmful to bees and their environments.
We are currently doing research on alternative methods to chemicals being used in the hives for commercial beekeeping. We are experimenting with methods such as structured water, compassionate re-queening, and no-kill bee sting apitherapy.
We hypothesis and know through small scale studies that making sure bees have access to clean, structured water mixed with non-chemical honey builds immunity & strength. Bees can come off of the use of chemicals without withdrawals and move forward thriving against the pests and diseases at a much lower cost than using chemicals.
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With the help of grants and generous donors such as yourself, we are looking forward to doing our studies on a larger scale and bringing the information out to the world. Donations are tax-deductible and very appreciated!
BEE
EXPERIENCE
SHAMANIC BEE CHARMING EXPERIENCE
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Have you ever dreamed about what it would be like to learn about and interact with bees without the FEAR of being stung? Imagine yourself in the beautiful jungles of Hawai'i making an offering to the bees. We invite you to make your dreams come true and embark on a deep journey where you can experience becoming one with one of Mother Nature's greatest gifts - BEES.
This magical, up close and personal time spent with the bees and Bee Charmer of Hawai'i will provide you with the basic knowledge to care for bees on your own without feeling like you are in a classroom. We have a bed & breakfast waiting for you just a stone's throw away from the ocean. RELAX, hear the waves crash, and the coqui frogs sing to you at night after spending your days buzzing with excitement and learning with the bees of Gentle Hive Bee Foundation.
HOW YOU CAN HELP
Help comes in many forms. Although a financial donation or a purchase from our store is the easiest way to help; as a non-profit based on the Big Island of Hawai'i, we rely on our helpful networks to get the job done and assist in getting the things we need.
Here's a list of our top 10 immediate needs with estimated costs:
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1. Wood and pallets to build tops and bottoms ($2,500)
2. Computer, printer, copier/scanner, laminator ($2,800)
3. Tracking system that links with phones ($1,250)
4. Paint ($300)
5. Paid intern to assist with daily paperwork ($500)
6. Truck ($8,000)
7. Western Apicultural Society annual conference on Oahu ($1,800)
8. Equipment ($3,000)
9. Lab testing ($2,000)
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10. Hive cameras ($6,000)
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Financial assistance is greatly appreciated, and because we are a registered 501-c3, your donations are TAX DEDUCTIBLE!
CONTACT US
15-2662 Pahoa Village Road​
#306 PMB 8707
Pahoa, Hawaii 96778
Email: atozgreeen@gmail.com
Tel: 808-464-2463
OUR ADDRESS
7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Monday - Saturday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Sunday
