Savannah Becomes Official Bee City USA

Savannah Becomes Official Bee City USA  

City, Partners Launch ‘Pollinator Palooza’ Celebration in June  

SAVANNAH – The City of Savannah has officially joined the national network of Bee City USA communities, reflecting its ongoing commitment to sustainability, urban biodiversity, and environmental stewardship.  

To celebrate the designation, Bee City Savannah will host its inaugural Pollinator Palooza, a citywide celebration aligned with National Pollinator Week which runs June 16–22, 2025. The week will conclude with a free community festival on Saturday, June 21, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Daffin Park.  

Pollinator Palooza will feature educational workshops, garden installations, pollinator-inspired menus at local restaurants, youth activities, public art, and a community science initiative—highlighting pollinators’ critical role in local ecosystems.  

The City has partnered with the Foster Beelief Foundation and BEEnevolent, led by community advocate Sade Shofidiya. Other community partners include Savannah Bee Company, Fruitful Futures, Common Thread, Flora & Fauna, Freedom Fellowship Church, The Beach Institute, Keevy’s Beevies, and Good Clean Fun.  

The City has designated the Savannah Pollinator Preservation Committee as the facilitating body for Bee City Savannah. Residents are encouraged to get involved by attending meetings, volunteering, and supporting pollinator-friendly efforts across the city.  

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About Bee City USA 
Bee City USA is an initiative of the Xerces Society for Invertebrate Conservation. The program provides a framework for municipalities to improve pollinator habitat through native plantings, pesticide reduction, and community engagement. In 2023 alone, U.S. beekeepers reported nearly a 48% loss of managed honeybee colonies, underscoring the need for coordinated action to protect these critical species.  

More information 

Bee City Savannah: Bee City Savannah | Savannah, GA – Official Website 

Bee City USA: www.beecityusa.org 

Xerces Society: www.xerces.org 

City Council Resolution 

Agenda Plus – 46. Request to Join Bee City USA Membership. Bee City USA is a program that recognizes, supports, and encourages pollinator conservation in cities, towns, and counties.