We are Beekeepers helping other beekeepers
Youth Scholar applications are open. Click on Programs page.
Veterans Beekeeping School applications are at www.hb4l.org
Central Ohio Beekeepers Association Annual Campaign
2026 Annual Campaign
The 2025 Central Ohio Beekeepers Charitable Foundation Annual Fundraising Campaign to support the Youth Scholarship program and Veterans’ Beekeeping School raised $6,500.
In 2025, The Foundation sponsored 10 Youth and 36 Veterans’ scholarships, thanks to generous donors, like you.
In 2026, COBA supported 7 youth Scholars and 22 Veterans.
Youth Scholarships include: bee school for the student and a parent, a 2-year Family membership, a complete hive and a package of bees, safety equipment, mentoring, making 2 presentations at COBA meetings, and dinner and recognition at the Awards Banquet.
Veterans’ Scholarships include the same equipment and membership, plus Vets-only bee school, 2 years of mentoring, and diverse opportunities for engagement and leadership in the beekeeping community.
Bee-ing part of COBA has made a huge impact on the lives and outlooks of our Scholarship recipients. In addition to learning about beekeeping,
Ø they have made life-long friendships,
Ø won blue ribbons,
Ø bonded with family members in new ways, and
Ø changed their outlook regarding the environment.
You can still help us continue this important work.
Can you send a donation for $100, $50, $25 , or any amount today to support these scholarship programs?
To mail your donation, send a check made payable to Central Ohio Beekeepers Charitable Foundation to:
Ms. Winnie Williams, Treasurer
5672 Payton Way
Columbus OH 43235
All donations are tax-deductible and appreciated. Donors at $100 will receive a bee-utiful premium gift.
For those of you who are able, please consider donating at one of the Sponsor levels: Charter level - $5,000; Treaty level - $2,000; Queen level - $1,000; or Colony level, $500. Our Sponsors will be recognized on the Foundation’s website, brochures, and banner.
The community of COBA is strong and vibrant. With your generous support, The Foundation will reach its goal so that together, we can provide ongoing opportunities for Youth and Military Veterans.