Join the Community

Find your people. Find your purpose.

Hives for Heroes is a community built for veterans, service members, and first responders. Whether you have never seen a beehive or have kept bees for years, there is a place for you here.

  • Heroes

    Veterans, active duty service members, and first responders. No beekeeping experience needed.

  • Beekeepers

    Experienced beekeepers with 3+ years who want to give back through their knowledge.

  • Supporters

    Anyone who believes in the mission and wants to stay connected, attend events, and cheer Heroes on.

Become a NEWBEE

Start Here

No experience required. Just a community ready to welcome you. 

Every Hero starts here. You are connected to experienced beekeepers, given access to the BeeXchange (coming soon) with 10,000+ fellow Heroes, and welcomed into a community that understands the transition from service. 

Join as a NewBEE

Become a Mentor

Give Back

Your knowledge can change someone's life. 

If you have three or more years of beekeeping experience and a heart for service, you are exactly who our Heroes need. A Hives for Heroes Mentor commits to walking alongside at least one Hero for a full year, with patience, knowledge, and purpose. 

COMMITMENTS: 

  • Guide at least one Hero for one year 
  • Provide one hive for training purposes 
  • Donate one split or swarm to NewBEEs who complete year one 

REQUIREMENTS: 

  • Three or more years of beekeeping experience 
  • Commitment to one full year of mentorship 
  • Alignment with HFH core values 
Join as a Mentor

Become a Fellow

Lead the Way

The first professional beekeeping career path built for veterans and first responders.

Fellows receive stipends, professional gear, and access to the highest level of beekeeping education available. Our Fellows have earned over $340,000 through Hives for Heroes programming. 

ELIGIBILITY: 

When available, open to active members who have demonstrated commitment to the mission and community. 

  • Weekly

    Houston, TX: Heroes Hangout

    Every Tuesday and Friday 

    9am to 2pm CT  |  In person 

    Zoom: Heroes Hangout Online

     Every Thursday 

    6pm to 8pm CT  |  Virtual

  • Annually

    Guardians of the Hive Gala 

    October 10

    Houston, TX

Ready to be a part of this?

Whether you are a Hero looking for your next mission, a beekeeper ready to give back, or willing to support financially, the hive is buzzing.

Questions? Reach out to support@hivesforheroes.org