Save the Bee

What it reported doing in 2024

1. Pollinator habitat development: objective: the goal of the multi-year save the bee x pollinator partnership project is to increase pollinator nesting habitat and forage resources across diverse u.s. Farms. Through habitat types such as between-row seeding, hedgerow installments, designated seeding plots, and nectar stem planting areas, this initiative aims to support pollinator health, improve soil quality, and provide natural pest management (ipm) benefits.accomplishments:- farm partner selection: farms were selected based on their unique environmental needs and potential for meaningful pollinator impact across different u.s. Regions- seed mix/hedge row selection: each farm's seed mix or hedge row was carefully selected for diverse bloom periods and environmental compatibility, considering factors like regional climate, soil health needs, and integrated pest management (ipm) services.- total area planted and maintained: approximately 1 million square feet across all participating farms and locations.locations and contributions: halbrendt winery, orrtanna, pa 2.5 acresrose cottage llc, meridian, id 17 acres (additional 50 acres with recipient funding)abbey road farm, carlton, or 24,150 sq ftflip flop farm, pescadero, ca 4,915 sq ft (spring planting) with 18,800 sq ft planted in fallsengle's mountainhome blueberry farm, julian, pa 2,200 sq ftmanulife farm, Washington planning phase, no planted area yetnaches valley school district, naches, wa, 4000 sq ftthe save the bee x pollinator partnership project has initiated and supported the establishment of pollinator-friendly habitats across various u.s. Farms, each tailored to its environmental needs and objectives. This report details each farm's planting specifics and intended ecological benefits:- manulife farm (Washington) is in its initial planning phase, with seeding between orchard rows and hedgerow installations scheduled. Plant selection aims to enrich soil nitrogen and provide continuous forage.- naches valley school districtapproximately 4,000 sq ft. Of hedgerow was prepped in 2024 and planted in spring 2025. The hedgerow planting is intended to provide permanent pollinator nesting and forage habitat, as well as integrative pest management (ipm) services to the orchard. The hedgerow species selected will provide a diversity of plant species across spring, summer, and fall. All species, aside from one (english lavender), are native to the location they will be planted. The following species included in the hedgerow mix are: golden currant, hoary aster, ocean spray, goldenrod, fern bush, english lavender, wild woods rose, hardback spirea, snow buckwheat, common snowberry, yarrow, and blue elderberry. This site also serves as an education and awareness resource and location.- abbey road farm (Oregon) completed habitat installation in march, introducing species such as black hawthorn, bitter cherry, and snowberry to complement existing blooms. The 24,150 sq ft hedgerow enhances mid-season blooms and provides ipm support.- flip flop farm (California) has completed the first phase of planting, covering 4,915 sq ft, with species like yellow bush lupine and hummingbird sage chosen for seasonal bloom diversity. Another 18,800 sq ft is prepared for the fall phase.- rose cottage llc (Idaho) dedicated 17 acres to pollinator habitat using a diverse seed mix aimed at soil health and pollinator forage, with an additional 50 acres funded by the recipient. Plantings contribute both to soil enrichment and seasonal floral resources.- sengle's mountainhome blueberry farm (Pennsylvania) prepared 2,200 sq ft for a wide variety of seasonal plants like California poppy and blackeyed susan, balancing pollinator benefits with soil health.- halbrendt winery (Pennsylvania) dedicated 2.5 acres to seasonal blooms, attracting a variety of pollinators and enhancing local biodiversity. The grower notes both successes and challenges with companion planting techniques, which will inform next year's stra

Financial Efficiency

• Mission deployment rate: 68.4%; rating input score 68
• Program expense ratio: 59.1%; rating input score 59

Transparency & Controls

• Consistency checks: 100%; rating input score 100; 52nd percentile among comparable filings
• Major donor itemization: Yes; rating input score 100

Sustainability

• Operating margin: -15.7%; rating input score 11; 11th percentile among comparable filings
• Total-asset coverage ratio: 0.87; rating input score 55; 55th percentile among comparable filings
• Liabilities to assets ratio: 1.8; rating input score 3; 3rd percentile among comparable filings
• Officer compensation ratio: 65.2%; rating input score 2; 2nd percentile among comparable filings

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