View the original artwork and story excerpts from our 2019 through 2023 families created by our talented GGaV artists and writers.
In 2022 Buzzy’s Bees received a grant from Regional Arts & Culture Council and hosted five art exhibits in the Portland area featuring reproductions from the Give Grief A Voice Project. Since that time, an additional grant from the Satterberg Foundation has made it possible to continue the tour to additional locations.
In speaking with families who have lost young children, we realized how important it is to listen to their story and to assure parents that their little one will be remembered always. Even at various stages of grieving the loss of a child, it can be very difficult to articulate the memories and things that made your child special. The emotional support of providing an outlet and a sense of permanence to the story of who their child was and the process of grieving is immense and powerful.
With these things in mind, we launched a special project in 2019, Give Grief a Voice. We engage professional writers and artists to capture stories of the child and present the family with a unique piece of art as a gift.
In the wake of unexpectedly losing our amazing boy in 2016, we have been blessed beyond words with both financial and emotional support. Even with prudent planning, there is no way we could have fully prepared for such a loss.
Our mission is simple: to help other parents in our position receive that same level of support. Each year we have been able to consistently award financial gifts to grieving families and provide emotional support to countless others.
– Nate, Amanda, Calvin & Brooklyn Drews
Each year Buzzy’s awards financial gifts to grieving families to assist with the variety of expenses that arise following the unexpected loss of a child.
We have large and small roles available in planning and executing our mission and various fundraising events.
As The Healing Shelf continues, we remain committed to lifting up books that speak honestly to the realities of grief. This series exists to honor stories that do not rush sorrow or try to solve it, but recognize its weight, its complexity, and its enduring presence. Buzzy’s Bees founder, Amanda Drews, has written our latest
While the world outside can often feel overwhelming, the community here at Buzzy’s Bees remains a steady source of light. As we step further into 2026, we want to pause and offer our deepest gratitude to everyone who dedicated their time, energy, and resources throughout 2025. Our mission—supporting families navigating the sudden loss of a
With each new installment of The Healing Shelf, we invite you to return to the pages that hold space for grief in all its forms. This series highlights books that speak honestly about loss, offering words that many grieving hearts may struggle to find themselves. Through shared reflections and thoughtful reviews, we hope these stories
