Celebrate World Bee Day: Honoring Nature’s Tiny Heroes

Every year on May 20th, people around the globe come together to recognize and celebrate World Bee Day—a day dedicated to raising awareness about the vital role bees play in our ecosystems, food supply, and biodiversity. Declared by the United Nations in 2017, this day serves as a global reminder of the urgent need to protect our pollinators.

Bees are much more than just honey-makers. They’re responsible for pollinating nearly 75% of the world’s flowering plants, including over one-third of the food we eat. From apples and almonds to coffee and cucumbers, bees are essential to the diversity and abundance of our meals. Beyond agriculture, they also support the growth of trees, flowers, and other plants that serve as food and shelter for countless creatures.

Yet despite their importance, bee populations are declining at alarming rates due to pesticide use, habitat loss, climate change, and disease. This loss has devastating implications not just for the environment, but for global food security and biodiversity. That’s why World Bee Day matters—it’s not just a celebration, but a call to action.

One of the simplest yet most meaningful ways you can honor bees all year long is by supporting brands that are committed to their wellbeing. At Big Dipper Wax Works, we go beyond handcrafting beautiful, natural products—we're also deeply rooted in bee advocacy.

At Big Dipper Wax Works, we craft all of our candles from 100% pure beeswax, a renewable, non-toxic resource that supports beekeepers and healthy hives. Burning beeswax candles is not only a lovely ritual—it’s a tribute to the incredible work of bees. These candles emit a warm, honeyed glow and a natural scent that can make any space feel serene and grounded. And unlike paraffin candles, they don’t release harmful chemicals into the air. To the contrary, burning beeswax emits negative ions into the air that actually purifies the air in your home. You can read more about the benefits of burning beeswax here. 

But the impact doesn’t stop there. At Big Dipper Wax Works, we donate 5% of all net profits to organizations dedicated to bee health, including those focused on outreach, education, and research. Every purchase helps fund initiatives that are protecting pollinators, restoring habitats, and educating communities about the importance of conservation. To read about our partners and more about our mission, click here. 

So this World Bee Day, take a moment to reflect on the wonders of these tireless workers and how interconnected our lives are with theirs. Plant native flowers, avoid pesticides in your garden, support local beekeepers, and light a beeswax candle in their honor. When you choose to buy from companies like us, you're not just making a mindful purchase—you’re contributing to a larger movement to protect one of nature’s most essential species.

Let’s celebrate bees not just on May 20th, but every day—because the world truly depends on them.