Theresa Crichlow | BeeFavored, LLC
| info@bee-favored.com |
| What’s the name of your business, nonprofit or project? |
| BeeFavored, LLC |
| What city and country is your business, nonprofit or project located in? |
| New York and USA |
| Link to Your Website (if applicable) |
| https://www.bee-favored.com/ |
| Links to Your Social Media Pages (if applicable) |
| https://www.instagram.com/beefavorednyc/ |
| Describe your business, nonprofit or project, and the products and/or services you offer? |
| BeeFavored, also known as the Honey Parlor, is an urban beekeeping business located on a rooftop in Harlem, New York. It transforms urban spaces into thriving bee habitats and produces a variety of honey-based products, including artisan honey blends, teas, jams, and sauces. BeeFavored is dedicated to sustainability and community engagement, promoting environmental stewardship and economic empowerment. The new program, BeeFavored HarvestED, focuses on educating the community in sustainable farming, beekeeping, and pollinator conservation. It offers workshops, practical training, and community gardening projects that empower residents to grow their own food, improve local ecosystems, and create economic opportunities. Through these initiatives, BeeFavored HarvestED supports healthier living and community resilience in Harlem. |
| Are you Caribbean or African, or of Caribbean or African descent? If you are, please tell us details. |
| Theresa Crichlow, the owner of BeeFavored, LLC, is African American, with roots that reflect a rich blend of cultural heritage. Her parents hail from Barbados and the southern United States, contributing to her deep connection with both Caribbean and African American traditions. This diverse background influences her passion for community, resilience, and entrepreneurship, which are central to her work with BeeFavored and her ministry. Theresa’s heritage is a vital part of her identity, shaping her commitment to empowering marginalized communities and promoting sustainability and economic empowerment in Harlem. |
| Do you think your Caribbean or African upbringing/heritage has impacted your work? If so, please explain how. |
| The Caribbean and African American descent of Theresa Crichlow has had a profound impact on her work. Her upbringing with Bajan and Southern roots instilled in her a strong sense of togetherness, resilience and the importance of caring for one another; values that are manifested in her initiatives such as BeeFavored. In Caribbean culture, high regard is given to the natural environment, agriculture and land which resonates with her commitment to sustainable farming and urban beekeeping. This emphasis on practicality and making the most out of little resources underpins her innovative ways to tackling food insecurity and economic disparities in Harlem. Theresa’s heritage also emphasizes the power of stories or oral traditions which she incorporates in her community education endeavors for making ideas like sustainability or economic empowerment accessible as well as relatable. This cultural background has also influenced the company’s focus on creating economic opportunities for marginalized communities so that BeeFavored is more than just a business but an instrument for social change as well as empowerment. |
| How does your work positively impact culture + community? |
| Theresa Crichlow’s efforts through BeeFavored have deeply positive cultural and communal implications. By merging urban beekeeping with education and community involvement, BeeFavored advances sustainable growth and stewardship of the environment in Harlem, thereby strengthening the relationship between its inhabitants and natural surroundings. BeeFavored is a cultural homage to Harlem that brings together traditional farming techniques and community collaboration within a contemporary urban context. This revitalization of cultural practices not only conserves but also honours the history and values of the community while reinforcing pride and identity. Initiatives by BeeFavored such as BeeFavored HarvestED directly tackle pressing issues like food insecurity, unemployment, lack of access to education. The program educates residents on sustainable farming and bee keeping thus empowering them with skills relevant for economic opportunities as well as improved health outcomes. Young people are equally empowered when BeeFavored converts abandoned spaces into thriving local gardens where they learn about leadership, cooperation, teamwork besides appreciating nutrition. Community resilience is promoted through collaborations with local organizations, schools and city initiatives by Theresa’s work. These partnerships also foster a stronger sense of community among residents in addition to enhancing BeeFavored’s programs´s impact. Ultimately, this has led to an enriched Harlem both culturally and socially making it a healthier more vibrant empowered society. |
| How should potential customers and persons interested in networking & partnerships contact you? |
| Potential customers and those interested in networking or partnerships can contact us via our website at http://www.bee-favored.com or by emailing us directly at info@bee-favored.com. We welcome all inquiries and look forward to collaborating to make a positive impact in our community. |
| What message of hope or inspiration would you like to share with other women in our community who are also pursuing their dreams? |
| To every woman pursuing her dreams, remember that your journey is a testament to your strength and resilience. Embrace every challenge as an opportunity to grow, and know that your passion and determination can create lasting change—not just for yourself, but for your entire community. My journey began with just $1.49 in my bank account and a jar of honey, proving that with faith and perseverance, anything is possible. As the proud founder of BeeFavored, often called the Honey Parlor in Harlem, NY, I’ve built more than just a business; I’ve created a space where everything we make is crafted with love and innovation. BeeFavored is rooted in a childhood memory of my mother, a professional canner, whose generosity earned her the nickname “the canning lady.” In 2020, a chance encounter with a swarm of bees near our garage sparked the idea to create something meaningful for our community. Today, we’re redefining what sweetness means with a diverse selection of honey blends, jams, sauces, and our upcoming Southern Sweety Pie Spices. Our new initiative, BeeFavored HarvestED, advocates for health, sustainability, and community involvement, showing that even the smallest beginnings can lead to powerful impacts. We believe in honesty, recognizing both our strengths and weaknesses, and understand that sharing the load is key to our success. In the spirit of collaboration, we continue to grow, always with the intention of making a difference. |
