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Heroes to Hives
A unique program offered through Michigan State University Extension that seeks to address financial and personal wellness of veterans through professional training and community development centered around beekeeping.
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Veterans
MSU Extension provides veterans with programs and services that support personal and financial wellness. Whether you served decades ago or are recently discharged, MSU Extension wants to support the success of you, your family and your business.
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Ana Heck
Apiculture Extension Educator
heckanar@msu.edu
517-884-7976
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Christopher Imler
Horticulture and Veterans Liaison Extension educator
imlerchr@msu.edu
269-779-8750
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MSU Extension Veterans Resources Fact Sheet
Published on August 10, 2021
This fact sheet provides resources from MSU Extension to help support veterans and their families. -
MSU Extension SNAP Outreach for Veterans Brochure
Published on February 2, 2021
Learn about MSU Extension’s Veteran Outreach Programs: SNAP Outreach for Veterans and Heroes to Hives, and the Michigan Fresh project, the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and Double Up Food Bucks (DUFB) -
MSU Extension co-hosts Michigan Beekeepers’ Association Virtual 2021 Spring Conference
Published on February 2, 2021
The Michigan Beekeepers’ Association Spring Virtual Conference promises four days of content sure to interest beekeepers, people considering beekeeping, honey bee enthusiasts and hive product developers. -
Michigan State University strengthens commitment to Michigan bees and beekeepers with two new positions
Published on August 28, 2020
Meghan Milbrath and Ana Heck’s new job assignments will boost pollinator outreach and research at MSU. -
How veterans can access SNAP benefits
Published on August 25, 2020
Learn how MSU Extension can help military veterans access the services and resources they deserve. -
Mental health resources for veterans
Published on November 20, 2020
Connecting military veterans and service providers with mental health resources at Michigan State University Extension. -
Heroes to Hives program teaches beekeeping to U.S. military veterans
Published on November 3, 2021
Registration is open for current and former U.S. service members to enroll in the Heroes to Hives online course. -
BASF Living Acres to make donation to Heroes to Hives in honor of Pollinator Week
Published on June 15, 2020
Help double the impact — the company will donate an additional dollar, up to $5,000 for every like or share of the post on Mon., June 22. -
Health programs for veterans living with chronic pain
Published on November 24, 2020
MSU Extension offers evidence-based programs with alternative approaches for pain management. -
MSU Extension co-hosts Michigan Beekeepers’ Association Virtual 2021 Fall Conference 10/22-10/23
Published on September 29, 2021
The Michigan Beekeepers’ Association Fall Virtual Conference promises content sure to interest beekeepers, people considering beekeeping, honey bee enthusiasts, and hive product developers. -
MSU Extension receives endowed gift to grow ‘Heroes to Hives’ veterans program
Published on November 11, 2019
The Dick L. Wendorf Endowment for Veterans Initiatives will support the MSU Extension beekeeping program, Heroes to Hives.
