CLINTON TOWNSHIP, Mich.–Michigan Schools and Government Credit Union (MSGCU) donated $2,800 to Baker College to bring Bees in the D educational programming and beehives to the Royal Oak Campus. This engaging and unique initiative offers insight into pollination, environmental stewardship, and the importance of protecting bees.
“This educational programming is a unique and fun learning opportunity for students. You could say we were ‘buzzing with excitement’ to help Baker College bring this to life through our donation,” said Ann Jones, MSGCU SVP-marketing and business development, said in a statement. “As a credit union founded by teachers over 70 years ago, we are committed to helping our school partners deliver impactful educational experiences like this.”
Baker College is hosting two beehives at its Royal Oak location, which are part of the Bees in the D “Detroit Bee Highway,” a network of over 200 honeybee hives at more than 75 locations in five Michigan counties. Through the partnership with Bees in the D educators, students and community members will have the opportunity to gain a greater understanding about the conservation of pollinators like bees.
“Teaming up with Bees in the D will bring vital educational opportunities about pollinators’ crucial role in our ecosystem directly to our community and beyond,” said Nathan Wright, Baker College’s Assistant Director of Strategic Partners and Continuing Education. “Bees in the D delivers exceptional programming with schools and organizations, empowering the next generation to become responsible stewards of these essential insects. We’re incredibly grateful to MSGCU for their generous donation, which made this impactful partnership possible.”
To further support education, MSGCU said it also offers various programs such as Classroom Cash Grants that fund innovative project ideas, special loans designed for classroom purchases, scholarship opportunities, and financial literacy programs that support curriculum needs. To help teachers and students, MSGCU offers classroom presentations and financial Reality Fairs which build strong foundations for students’ money management skills via a simulated budgeting event.
The credit union also offers free in-person and virtual workshops for community members to promote financial wellness. MSGCU invites everyone living in Michigan to join the credit union and new members can open an account online or in person at any of its 24 convenient locations in Southeast Michigan.