The Vegan Society is the world’s oldest vegan society whose co-founder Donald Watson defined the term ‘vegan’ in 1944. We are a registered educational charity (no. 279228) that provides information and guidance on various aspects of veganism, including to existing and potential vegans, caterers, healthcare professionals, educators and the media. Read more...

Allied Scholars for Animal Protection (ASAP) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, established to organize, mobilize, and mentor animal advocates in college campuses, and support students to do effective, organized, and sustainable animal advocacy to transform their universities! We are making a positive feedback loop so that animal advocacy can continuously grow and become more effective. We do that through focusing on 3 areas: 1- Outreach: We ensure a strong presence of outreach events (such as Anonymous for the Voiceless or other tabling events) on campuses, to continuously find veg-curious/vegan students, or to make new vegans. These students then join the local ASAP chapter in their universities. 2- Community, Education, and Empowerment: We form a supportive community for vegans, where vegans are encouraged to take on projects, become more active, and learn how to choose careers aligned with animal advocacy. We provide educational seminars to empower vegans, and to reach out to the general student population. In particular, we provide plant based nutrition education for future healthcare professionals. 3- Accessibility: We mentor and support students to transition their Read more...

For over three decades, Food Yoga International (FYI), formerly known as Food for Life Global has been tirelessly working to alleviate hunger and malnutrition around the world. Their commitment to providing free, plant-based meals to those in need knows no bounds. With over 8 billion meals served in 65 countries and an average of one million meals served daily, their impact is immeasurable. Their unswerving dedication to the cause and their record of being a first responder to some of the largest natural disasters in the modern era is a testament to their inspiring mission. Unlike many non-profits, FYI doesn’t merely fill empty bellies; it provides nourishment for the body, mind, and soul. Its holistic food philosophy, known as food yoga, encompasses nutritious plant-based meals, educational initiatives, emotional support, and the belief that food is the great communicator that can unite the world and empower individuals to break free from the cycle of poverty and hunger. One of the standout features of FYI’s approach is its commitment to sustainability, which is demonstrated by its commitment to serving only plant-based meals. Read more...

San Francisco Vegan Society (SFVS) is a non-profit, volunteer-run organization founded in 1968 We promote the adoption of a vegan lifestyle for healthy, ethical and sustainable living. Based in the historically progressive San Francisco Bay Area, we offer a community for people to meet, learn, exchange ideas and information, and interact with others interested in compassionate living for a better world. SFVS welcomes people wherever they are on the path to an all-plant, vegan diet and lifestyle. Together we can make this movement grow and encourage a way of life that is better for your health, better for the well-being of animals, better for the environment, and better for humanity. We couldn’t do this without the support of our members, so please join us today! Read more...

The 8th Annual International Vegan Film Festival is the centerpiece of World Vegan Day Weekend in Toronto, Canada, October 31 to November 2, 2025. This year expands our 4-hour format to 24 hours of programming 38 films in seven sessions over three days. IVFF 2025 is held in conjunction with the 23rd Vegan Convergence of the People, Climate Healers’ quarterly conference, held for the first time in Toronto. Details at https://bit.ly/V-COP23 Read more...