SAMPLE ANIMAL-FRIENDLY MENU POLICIES
Below you will find the adopted language used by different organizations for their animal-friendly menu policies. If applying for a Food for Thought Grant, your policy must be plant-based.
(V): Entirely vegan policy.
(V): Entirely vegan policy.
see ALSO: Wildlife & Environmental Groups
companion animal groups
21st Paradigm
21st Paradigm produces media to educate on animal welfare. We consider all our events an opportunity to expose people to awesome vegetarian food--which is why we hire the best chefs! It's a great feeling to have people arrive as meat-eaters and leave inspired to become vegetarian. Not only that, we would look foolish were we to ask for help saving one species while serving another on a plate. It's this that makes Food for Thought such a fantastic organization uniting us all in creating a more conscious and humane culture, one plate at a time.
21st Paradigm produces media to educate on animal welfare. We consider all our events an opportunity to expose people to awesome vegetarian food--which is why we hire the best chefs! It's a great feeling to have people arrive as meat-eaters and leave inspired to become vegetarian. Not only that, we would look foolish were we to ask for help saving one species while serving another on a plate. It's this that makes Food for Thought such a fantastic organization uniting us all in creating a more conscious and humane culture, one plate at a time.
Alberta Animal Rescue Crew Society
As a leader in the animal welfare industry, AARCS strive to ensure respect for all animals. Therefore, food served during an AARCS organized event will be vegetarian and/or vegan. This includes, but is not limited to meetings, fundraisers, volunteer appreciation, conferences, etc.
As a leader in the animal welfare industry, AARCS strive to ensure respect for all animals. Therefore, food served during an AARCS organized event will be vegetarian and/or vegan. This includes, but is not limited to meetings, fundraisers, volunteer appreciation, conferences, etc.
Alberta Spay and Neuter Task Force
The Alberta Spay Neuter Task Force is aware of the inhumane treatment and cruelty subjected to farmed animals therefor we have decided to adopt a policy of vegetarian only menus at all of our clinics and events. Vegan options will always be available at clinics and events. If eggs are used in meals they will be sourced by local animal sanctuaries when available.
The Alberta Spay Neuter Task Force is aware of the inhumane treatment and cruelty subjected to farmed animals therefor we have decided to adopt a policy of vegetarian only menus at all of our clinics and events. Vegan options will always be available at clinics and events. If eggs are used in meals they will be sourced by local animal sanctuaries when available.
Animal Aid
At the heart of Animal Aid’s mission is the desire to prevent animal suffering and promote compassion, respect, and the need to be kind and responsible stewards. In keeping with this, we are committed to serving a vegetarian and/or vegan menu at all functions hosted by Animal Aid, including fundraisers, community events, volunteer appreciations, and more. Through these efforts, we hope to reduce animal suffering, foster public dialogue, and honor our commitment to passionately serving animals and the people they love.
At the heart of Animal Aid’s mission is the desire to prevent animal suffering and promote compassion, respect, and the need to be kind and responsible stewards. In keeping with this, we are committed to serving a vegetarian and/or vegan menu at all functions hosted by Animal Aid, including fundraisers, community events, volunteer appreciations, and more. Through these efforts, we hope to reduce animal suffering, foster public dialogue, and honor our commitment to passionately serving animals and the people they love.
Animal Balance (V)
All food purchased by Animal Balance for any event will be 100% vegan. Animals are sentient beings; they feel pain and they feel emotions. They are not food, entertainment or clothing for humans. Animal Balance promotes respect and kindness towards all beings and as such does not purchase animals alive or dead for any reason.
All food purchased by Animal Balance for any event will be 100% vegan. Animals are sentient beings; they feel pain and they feel emotions. They are not food, entertainment or clothing for humans. Animal Balance promotes respect and kindness towards all beings and as such does not purchase animals alive or dead for any reason.
Animal Farm Foundation
Animal Farm Foundation recognizes the value of all animals and additionally respects the missions of all our coworkers and cohorts in the animal welfare movement. As such, we make it our policy to extend our own compassionate practices beyond the scope of companion animals and to never devalue the work of other organizations who are working so hard for wildlife and farm animals. We do not serve meat at any Animal Farm Foundation functions.
Animal Farm Foundation recognizes the value of all animals and additionally respects the missions of all our coworkers and cohorts in the animal welfare movement. As such, we make it our policy to extend our own compassionate practices beyond the scope of companion animals and to never devalue the work of other organizations who are working so hard for wildlife and farm animals. We do not serve meat at any Animal Farm Foundation functions.
Animal Friends
Animal Farm Foundation recognizes the value of all animals and additionally respects the missions of all our coworkers and cohorts in the animal welfare movement. As such, we make it our policy to extend our own compassionate practices beyond the scope of companion animals and to never devalue the work of other organizations who are working so hard for wildlife and farm animals. We do not serve meat at any Animal Farm Foundation functions.
Animal Farm Foundation recognizes the value of all animals and additionally respects the missions of all our coworkers and cohorts in the animal welfare movement. As such, we make it our policy to extend our own compassionate practices beyond the scope of companion animals and to never devalue the work of other organizations who are working so hard for wildlife and farm animals. We do not serve meat at any Animal Farm Foundation functions.
Animal Legal Defense Fund (V)
Consistent with its mission, ALDF staff and volunteers agree that they will not introduce into any ALDF office, or at any ALDF function outside the office (e.g., staff lunches, meetings, etc.), products that are derived, in whole or in part, from an animal. Such products include, but are not limited to, meat, fish, poultry, eggs, dairy products (including milk, yogurt, cheese), leather, and wool.
Consistent with its mission, ALDF staff and volunteers agree that they will not introduce into any ALDF office, or at any ALDF function outside the office (e.g., staff lunches, meetings, etc.), products that are derived, in whole or in part, from an animal. Such products include, but are not limited to, meat, fish, poultry, eggs, dairy products (including milk, yogurt, cheese), leather, and wool.
Animal Place (V)
Animal Place recognizes that animal cruelty is inherent in the commercial production of meat, milk, eggs, and other animal products. We therefore, pledge to promote the adoption of a vegan diet, and accordingly pledge to serve only plant based food products at our organization's functions and events.
Animal Place recognizes that animal cruelty is inherent in the commercial production of meat, milk, eggs, and other animal products. We therefore, pledge to promote the adoption of a vegan diet, and accordingly pledge to serve only plant based food products at our organization's functions and events.
Animal Protection League of New Jersey (V)
APLNJ advocates veganism (total vegetarianism) as the most significant way of eliminating animal suffering. Veganism encompasses not only dietary changes, but lifestyle changes that reduce and eliminate animal suffering. This includes, but is not limited to food, clothing, household goods, adornments, toiletries, sports, amusements and medicines where it is within the realm of possibility. All APLNJ functions must be vegan.
APLNJ advocates veganism (total vegetarianism) as the most significant way of eliminating animal suffering. Veganism encompasses not only dietary changes, but lifestyle changes that reduce and eliminate animal suffering. This includes, but is not limited to food, clothing, household goods, adornments, toiletries, sports, amusements and medicines where it is within the realm of possibility. All APLNJ functions must be vegan.
Animal Rescue Foundation
Consistent with our mission statement, it is ARF’s policy to serve a vegetarian menu at its events. … A vegetarian menu will exclude all meat, poultry, fish, and seafood products. … When and where appropriate, the menu should contain a statement of ARF’s vegetarian preference.
Consistent with our mission statement, it is ARF’s policy to serve a vegetarian menu at its events. … A vegetarian menu will exclude all meat, poultry, fish, and seafood products. … When and where appropriate, the menu should contain a statement of ARF’s vegetarian preference.
Animal Rescue Inc. (V)
As a rescue organization, Animal Rescue, Inc.'s staff and volunteers see first-hand the senseless suffering that is inflicted upon innocent animals on a daily basis… It is, therefore, the policy of Animal Rescue, Inc. that only vegan food will be provided at all shelter-sponsored events, from small meetings of staff and volunteers, to large gatherings such as our annual Dogs' Day in the Park Festival & Mutt Strut, to ensure that all of our shelter-sponsored events are free of animal products for human consumption.
As a rescue organization, Animal Rescue, Inc.'s staff and volunteers see first-hand the senseless suffering that is inflicted upon innocent animals on a daily basis… It is, therefore, the policy of Animal Rescue, Inc. that only vegan food will be provided at all shelter-sponsored events, from small meetings of staff and volunteers, to large gatherings such as our annual Dogs' Day in the Park Festival & Mutt Strut, to ensure that all of our shelter-sponsored events are free of animal products for human consumption.
Asheville Humane Society
Asheville Humane Society supports the principles of veganism and vegetarianism. We also support the humane treatment of farm animals. At events organized and sponsored by Asheville Humane Society where we have direct control over the food that is served, we provide only vegan or vegetarian cuisine.
Asheville Humane Society supports the principles of veganism and vegetarianism. We also support the humane treatment of farm animals. At events organized and sponsored by Asheville Humane Society where we have direct control over the food that is served, we provide only vegan or vegetarian cuisine.
Beagle Freedom Project (V)
Beagle Freedom Project is 100% vegan and cruelty-free in the office and at every event it hosts.
Beagle Freedom Project is 100% vegan and cruelty-free in the office and at every event it hosts.
Best Friends
At Best Friends, the pursuit of our mission to achieve our vision specifically involves ending the killing of companion animals in shelters. While those efforts are currently focused on companion animals, the vision of Best Friends is very simple: "A better world through kindness to animals." Our current guiding principles are also prescriptive about how Best Friends should show compassion to all living creatures. Golden Rule: To treat all living things as we ourselves would wish to be treated. Kindness: To demonstrate compassion and respect for all living creatures. It is incongruent with our guiding principles to support industries that raise and slaughter animals for food, as these animals often live in inhumane and even torturous conditions. Given the above, food served at all Best Friends staff meetings and employee events, the food that employees are reimbursed for while traveling, employee food choices when meeting with donors, and food served at any other Best Friends–related events should be vegetarian, and whenever feasible, entirely plant-based. While not all Best Friends staff follow plant-based or vegetarian diets, Best Friends is an organization dedicated to animals and their well-being. Best Friends staff are expected to respect and follow this policy when using donor money because it is important that, as employees of Best Friends, we always represent the values of the organization.
At Best Friends, the pursuit of our mission to achieve our vision specifically involves ending the killing of companion animals in shelters. While those efforts are currently focused on companion animals, the vision of Best Friends is very simple: "A better world through kindness to animals." Our current guiding principles are also prescriptive about how Best Friends should show compassion to all living creatures. Golden Rule: To treat all living things as we ourselves would wish to be treated. Kindness: To demonstrate compassion and respect for all living creatures. It is incongruent with our guiding principles to support industries that raise and slaughter animals for food, as these animals often live in inhumane and even torturous conditions. Given the above, food served at all Best Friends staff meetings and employee events, the food that employees are reimbursed for while traveling, employee food choices when meeting with donors, and food served at any other Best Friends–related events should be vegetarian, and whenever feasible, entirely plant-based. While not all Best Friends staff follow plant-based or vegetarian diets, Best Friends is an organization dedicated to animals and their well-being. Best Friends staff are expected to respect and follow this policy when using donor money because it is important that, as employees of Best Friends, we always represent the values of the organization.
Brother Wolf Animal Rescue (V)
At BWAR internal events (staff meetings, holiday parties, etc.) where food is served and to which employees, volunteers, and/or guests have been invited to participate, we will only serve vegan fare. As a reminder, vegan foods are those that contain no forms of meat, poultry, fish, shellfish, eggs, dairy products, honey, or animal byproducts such as gelatin, rennet, and whey. External events under the control of BWAR will also only serve vegan fare. For events in which BWAR participates with other organizations but does not have total control over, we’ll make every effort to serve all vegan or vegetarian food. Partnering organizations are to be informed that vegan options should be available and that they are preferred. At all such external events, signs should be used whenever possible to identify vegan and vegetarian foods. Of course, we recognize that not all staff members follow vegan diets, but when representing BWAR, employees are expected to follow these guidelines and respect organizational policy.
At BWAR internal events (staff meetings, holiday parties, etc.) where food is served and to which employees, volunteers, and/or guests have been invited to participate, we will only serve vegan fare. As a reminder, vegan foods are those that contain no forms of meat, poultry, fish, shellfish, eggs, dairy products, honey, or animal byproducts such as gelatin, rennet, and whey. External events under the control of BWAR will also only serve vegan fare. For events in which BWAR participates with other organizations but does not have total control over, we’ll make every effort to serve all vegan or vegetarian food. Partnering organizations are to be informed that vegan options should be available and that they are preferred. At all such external events, signs should be used whenever possible to identify vegan and vegetarian foods. Of course, we recognize that not all staff members follow vegan diets, but when representing BWAR, employees are expected to follow these guidelines and respect organizational policy.
Center for Animal Protection and Education (V)
The Center for Animal Protection and Education (CAPE) extends the concept of compassion to all living beings. Therefore, we have a policy that only vegan food is provided at our events.
The Center for Animal Protection and Education (CAPE) extends the concept of compassion to all living beings. Therefore, we have a policy that only vegan food is provided at our events.
Citizens United For Animals (V)
All food will be devoid of animal products and by-products, including honey.
All food will be devoid of animal products and by-products, including honey.
Compassion Over Killing (V)
One of the best ways we can express our compassion for all animals is to simply choose to leave them off our plates. That’s the message behind Animal Place’s effective Food For Thought program—and that’s a message and campaign we proudly endorse.
One of the best ways we can express our compassion for all animals is to simply choose to leave them off our plates. That’s the message behind Animal Place’s effective Food For Thought program—and that’s a message and campaign we proudly endorse.
Connecticut Votes for Animals (V)
It is the policy of Connecticut Votes for Animals to provide only plant-based (vegan) menus when sponsoring events. For potlucks, attendees are strongly encouraged to bring plant-based food. If CVA participates in a larger event with other organizations, CVA will advocate for a humane menu, as far as possible.
It is the policy of Connecticut Votes for Animals to provide only plant-based (vegan) menus when sponsoring events. For potlucks, attendees are strongly encouraged to bring plant-based food. If CVA participates in a larger event with other organizations, CVA will advocate for a humane menu, as far as possible.
Critter Camp Exotic Pet Sanctuary
Critter Camp Exotic Pet Sanctuary has always been committed to the well being of all companion animals and animals bred in captivity. Although we do not specifically accept farm animals we believe that they are deserving of a full happy life and should not be raised and slaughtered for human consumption. Many of our own board members and volunteers are practicing vegetarians or vegans and we encourage others to eliminate as many animal products from their diet and clothing as possible. In keeping with this dedication to the welfare of all animals Critter Camp vows to only allow vegetarian/vegan foods (striving to be as vegan as possible) to be served at any events we host, as well as to be available in our future facility (i.e. snack machines, etc.)
Critter Camp Exotic Pet Sanctuary has always been committed to the well being of all companion animals and animals bred in captivity. Although we do not specifically accept farm animals we believe that they are deserving of a full happy life and should not be raised and slaughtered for human consumption. Many of our own board members and volunteers are practicing vegetarians or vegans and we encourage others to eliminate as many animal products from their diet and clothing as possible. In keeping with this dedication to the welfare of all animals Critter Camp vows to only allow vegetarian/vegan foods (striving to be as vegan as possible) to be served at any events we host, as well as to be available in our future facility (i.e. snack machines, etc.)
East Bay SPCA
In keeping with the trend of change, EBSPCA is going vegetarian. This means that any meals or food purchased by the EBSPCA for staff lunches, VIP events, Board Meetings, et al will be vegetarian fare. We are one of the last animal welfare groups in the area that still serves meat options, and we feel that we are overdue for this change. We respect that dietary choices are quite personal, and we do not intend to dictate what anyone eats; however as an organization we feel we could be better in tune with our mission by implementing this new policy for any food purchased by/provided by EBSPCA.
In keeping with the trend of change, EBSPCA is going vegetarian. This means that any meals or food purchased by the EBSPCA for staff lunches, VIP events, Board Meetings, et al will be vegetarian fare. We are one of the last animal welfare groups in the area that still serves meat options, and we feel that we are overdue for this change. We respect that dietary choices are quite personal, and we do not intend to dictate what anyone eats; however as an organization we feel we could be better in tune with our mission by implementing this new policy for any food purchased by/provided by EBSPCA.
Equamore Foundation
As an organization committed to animal welfare, Equamore Foundation is committed to serving only vegetarian foods at any event sponsored or funded by Equamore Foundation. In addition, at all such events vegan menu choices shall be available. For non-plant based matter, we will use all reasonable efforts to ensure our foods are organic, locally farmed, and subject to the best practices in humane farming.
As an organization committed to animal welfare, Equamore Foundation is committed to serving only vegetarian foods at any event sponsored or funded by Equamore Foundation. In addition, at all such events vegan menu choices shall be available. For non-plant based matter, we will use all reasonable efforts to ensure our foods are organic, locally farmed, and subject to the best practices in humane farming.
Fences For Fido (V)
Like most animal welfare groups, we support the wider cause of animal welfare by serving plant-based foods at our events. This policy covers food purchased and served by Fences For Fido at its officially-sponsored events.
Like most animal welfare groups, we support the wider cause of animal welfare by serving plant-based foods at our events. This policy covers food purchased and served by Fences For Fido at its officially-sponsored events.
Food Empowerment Project (V)
Food Empowerment Project is pleased to support the Food for Thought campaign. As a vegan organization that supports the non-oppression of human and non-human animals, we emphasize the many ways our food choices impact others, and we join the call for shelters and sanctuaries to be consistent in their ethics as they go about doing their work.
Food Empowerment Project is pleased to support the Food for Thought campaign. As a vegan organization that supports the non-oppression of human and non-human animals, we emphasize the many ways our food choices impact others, and we join the call for shelters and sanctuaries to be consistent in their ethics as they go about doing their work.
Four Feet Companion Foundation
All events sponsored by Four Feet Companion Foundation will be vegetarian. No meat, poultry, seafood or its products will be served.
All events sponsored by Four Feet Companion Foundation will be vegetarian. No meat, poultry, seafood or its products will be served.
Friends for Life (V)
Friends For Life believes that all animals should be treated humanely and with compassion throughout their lives. One way that Friends For Life chooses to support the concept of compassion to all living beings is that to the extent the shelter has control, only vegan (entirely plant-based) food and drink shall be provided at any shelter event whether located on or off the shelter campus.
Friends For Life believes that all animals should be treated humanely and with compassion throughout their lives. One way that Friends For Life chooses to support the concept of compassion to all living beings is that to the extent the shelter has control, only vegan (entirely plant-based) food and drink shall be provided at any shelter event whether located on or off the shelter campus.
Green Acres Farm Sanctuary (V)
In that it is the mission and purpose of Green Acres Farm Sanctuary to prevent cruelty to and exploitation of animals, especially farm animals, it is the policy of Green Acres Farm Sanctuary to have its name associated only with events and fund raisers which do not promote or sell animal based products nor promote or benefit from the commercialization of animals. Green Acres Farm Sanctuary may have a booth or table at an event which does not meet the above criteria so long as its name is not used in the promotion of the event and no proceeds from the event go to Green Acres Farm Sanctuary except for funds it raises directly from individuals wishing to donate or purchase merchandise. Green Acres Farm Sanctuary does not participate in events which promote the commercialization of animals such as county fairs and rodeos. All events held at Green Acres Farm Sanctuary will be vegan and no animal products will be used in any manner.
In that it is the mission and purpose of Green Acres Farm Sanctuary to prevent cruelty to and exploitation of animals, especially farm animals, it is the policy of Green Acres Farm Sanctuary to have its name associated only with events and fund raisers which do not promote or sell animal based products nor promote or benefit from the commercialization of animals. Green Acres Farm Sanctuary may have a booth or table at an event which does not meet the above criteria so long as its name is not used in the promotion of the event and no proceeds from the event go to Green Acres Farm Sanctuary except for funds it raises directly from individuals wishing to donate or purchase merchandise. Green Acres Farm Sanctuary does not participate in events which promote the commercialization of animals such as county fairs and rodeos. All events held at Green Acres Farm Sanctuary will be vegan and no animal products will be used in any manner.
Harmony Farm Sanctuary (V)
At Harmony Farm Sanctuary, we believe that animals are sentient beings and as such we have chosen to express our compassion by leaving all animal products off of our plates at any HFS sponsored event.
At Harmony Farm Sanctuary, we believe that animals are sentient beings and as such we have chosen to express our compassion by leaving all animal products off of our plates at any HFS sponsored event.
Harvest Home Animal Sanctuary (V)
Out of respect for the non-human residents of Harvest Home Animal Sanctuary, all of our events both on- and off- site are completely plant based. When inviting visitors onsite who may bring their own food, we ask that their meals and snacks are also vegan.
Out of respect for the non-human residents of Harvest Home Animal Sanctuary, all of our events both on- and off- site are completely plant based. When inviting visitors onsite who may bring their own food, we ask that their meals and snacks are also vegan.
Have A Heart Farm (V)
Have A Heart Farm, along with its sister organization Wagner Farm Rescue Fund, maintains a policy where all food and other products made available in conjunction with our organization functions is all-vegan to the best of our control. This is in support of compassion and respect toward all sentient beings and an acknowledgement of their own individuality and right to live. This reflects the general values of our organizations along with being in conjunction with the Food For Thought campaign.
Have A Heart Farm, along with its sister organization Wagner Farm Rescue Fund, maintains a policy where all food and other products made available in conjunction with our organization functions is all-vegan to the best of our control. This is in support of compassion and respect toward all sentient beings and an acknowledgement of their own individuality and right to live. This reflects the general values of our organizations along with being in conjunction with the Food For Thought campaign.
Hearts on Noses (V)
Hearts on Noses Sanctuary is an organization that promotes love and respect for all animals. We encourage people to go vegan, ensure that all of our events are strictly vegan, and feed a vegan diet to our rescued pigs.
Hearts on Noses Sanctuary is an organization that promotes love and respect for all animals. We encourage people to go vegan, ensure that all of our events are strictly vegan, and feed a vegan diet to our rescued pigs.
Hearts United for Animals
Hearts United for Animals (HUA) shall only provide vegetarian and/or vegan food options at events sponsored by HUA.
Hearts United for Animals (HUA) shall only provide vegetarian and/or vegan food options at events sponsored by HUA.
Hugs for Homeless Animals
At Hugs for Homeless Animals, the core of our mission is to help animals and to educate the public in the value of animals in our society. In this regard, we have implemented a humane menu policy for all of our events, meetings and social gatherings. A humane menu is a vegetarian menu in which no animals are used as food products. It is the responsibility of each of our employees, directors and volunteers to maintain that this policy is upheld.
At Hugs for Homeless Animals, the core of our mission is to help animals and to educate the public in the value of animals in our society. In this regard, we have implemented a humane menu policy for all of our events, meetings and social gatherings. A humane menu is a vegetarian menu in which no animals are used as food products. It is the responsibility of each of our employees, directors and volunteers to maintain that this policy is upheld.
Humane Society International Canada
HSI/Canada supporters care deeply about the welfare of all animals. As such, our policy is that all HSI/Canada-funded events, functions, or gatherings where food is made available are free of animal products.
HSI/Canada supporters care deeply about the welfare of all animals. As such, our policy is that all HSI/Canada-funded events, functions, or gatherings where food is made available are free of animal products.
Humane Society of Huron Valley
We only purchase vegetarian or vegan food [for human consumption]… even if donated or a potluck.
We only purchase vegetarian or vegan food [for human consumption]… even if donated or a potluck.
Humane Society of the United States (V)
People support The HSUS to help animals. As such, our policy is to see that all HSUS events, functions, or gatherings where food is made available--from small catered lunches in our offices to conferences such as Animal Care Expo and gala events such as the Genesis Awards—are free of animal products. Where this is impossible or unworkable, these circumstances will be handled on a case-by-case basis.
People support The HSUS to help animals. As such, our policy is to see that all HSUS events, functions, or gatherings where food is made available--from small catered lunches in our offices to conferences such as Animal Care Expo and gala events such as the Genesis Awards—are free of animal products. Where this is impossible or unworkable, these circumstances will be handled on a case-by-case basis.
Humane Society Silicon Valley
Humane Society Silicon Valley (HSSV), in keeping with its principles and philosophy, will not provide or pay for animal meat, including fish or fowl, at any Humane Society Silicon Valley sponsored events. This includes fundraising, volunteer and staff events.
Humane Society Silicon Valley (HSSV), in keeping with its principles and philosophy, will not provide or pay for animal meat, including fish or fowl, at any Humane Society Silicon Valley sponsored events. This includes fundraising, volunteer and staff events.
Kingston Animal Rescue
Simply put: we don't hurt animals to help animals. Though our focus is on rescuing domestic animals, compassion for all animals guides our policies and practices. We are proud to endorse the Food for Thought campaign and encourage other rescues and shelters to do the same. Making the easy choice to serve only vegan/vegetarian food simply serves to extend our impact.
Simply put: we don't hurt animals to help animals. Though our focus is on rescuing domestic animals, compassion for all animals guides our policies and practices. We are proud to endorse the Food for Thought campaign and encourage other rescues and shelters to do the same. Making the easy choice to serve only vegan/vegetarian food simply serves to extend our impact.
Liberation BC
We care about other animals precisely because we recognize that, just like humans, they desire to live safe, happy, and free lives, to avoid pain, suffering and premature death, and to seek affection and form relationships. It is therefore both a hypocrisy and an injustice for animal advocacy groups to promote violence and exploitation towards some species in order to help others, especially when the violence of serving animals' bodies and their secretions is completely unnecessary.
We care about other animals precisely because we recognize that, just like humans, they desire to live safe, happy, and free lives, to avoid pain, suffering and premature death, and to seek affection and form relationships. It is therefore both a hypocrisy and an injustice for animal advocacy groups to promote violence and exploitation towards some species in order to help others, especially when the violence of serving animals' bodies and their secretions is completely unnecessary.
Lighthouse Farm Sanctuary (V)
We see it as our duty to the animals we take care of to always speak in their best interest and to ensure that no animal products of any kind come onto our property or are served at our events. In addition, we participate in community outreach as often as possible to teach the importance of living a compassionate lifestyle. Our hope is that being given the opportunity to connect to animals they may see as food on a more deeper, meaningful level and also having access to information on how to make the change to living compassionately will change the lives of the animals we work so hard to protect.
We see it as our duty to the animals we take care of to always speak in their best interest and to ensure that no animal products of any kind come onto our property or are served at our events. In addition, we participate in community outreach as often as possible to teach the importance of living a compassionate lifestyle. Our hope is that being given the opportunity to connect to animals they may see as food on a more deeper, meaningful level and also having access to information on how to make the change to living compassionately will change the lives of the animals we work so hard to protect.
Maine Animal Coalition
All our events are vegan/vegetarian. MAC refrains from contributing to animal suffering wherever possible; this includes demonstrating respect for animals, avoiding the use of products with animal-derived ingredients, and actively encouraging cruelty-free alternatives.
All our events are vegan/vegetarian. MAC refrains from contributing to animal suffering wherever possible; this includes demonstrating respect for animals, avoiding the use of products with animal-derived ingredients, and actively encouraging cruelty-free alternatives.
Marin Humane Society
It is the policy of the Marin Humane Society that no meat products shall be served at Humane Society functions. The Marin Humane Society has been a longtime supporter of the Food for Thought Program and strongly encourages organizations to join this effort. Respect for all animals begins with not seeing the animals our organizations rescue as nothing more than a meal. For over two decades the Marin Humane Society has proudly adopted policies that eliminate serving animals as dining options at our events and we hope many organizations support this program.
It is the policy of the Marin Humane Society that no meat products shall be served at Humane Society functions. The Marin Humane Society has been a longtime supporter of the Food for Thought Program and strongly encourages organizations to join this effort. Respect for all animals begins with not seeing the animals our organizations rescue as nothing more than a meal. For over two decades the Marin Humane Society has proudly adopted policies that eliminate serving animals as dining options at our events and we hope many organizations support this program.
Maryland Votes for Animals (V)
Being that Maryland Votes for Animals (MVFA) is an organization dedicated to ending the suffering of animals and improving their lives, it is the policy of the MVFA to only serve vegan food options at its events. Furthermore, it is the policy of the MVFA to advocate for vegan options at events in which it is a participant.
Being that Maryland Votes for Animals (MVFA) is an organization dedicated to ending the suffering of animals and improving their lives, it is the policy of the MVFA to only serve vegan food options at its events. Furthermore, it is the policy of the MVFA to advocate for vegan options at events in which it is a participant.
MEOW Cat Rescue
At MEOW, we've had a Board formalized animal-friendly menu policy for events for many years. Any and all activities where food is offered, including meetings, volunteer projects, etc., are strictly vegetarian.
At MEOW, we've had a Board formalized animal-friendly menu policy for events for many years. Any and all activities where food is offered, including meetings, volunteer projects, etc., are strictly vegetarian.
Mercy for Animals (V)
MFA is a vegan advocacy organization and has a strict vegan-only policy for all of our events, office, and so forth.
MFA is a vegan advocacy organization and has a strict vegan-only policy for all of our events, office, and so forth.
Meriden Humane Society (V)
As a No Kill rescue organization, and one with a motto that "Every Life Matters" it is with a warm heart that we put forth a new policy in place that only Vegan food will be provided at all of our Shelter sponsored events (fundraisers, staff, volunteer meetings, open house days etc.) We truly believe in our Mission that Every Life Matters, and with the assistance of Food for Thought we welcome this new change in our policy.
As a No Kill rescue organization, and one with a motto that "Every Life Matters" it is with a warm heart that we put forth a new policy in place that only Vegan food will be provided at all of our Shelter sponsored events (fundraisers, staff, volunteer meetings, open house days etc.) We truly believe in our Mission that Every Life Matters, and with the assistance of Food for Thought we welcome this new change in our policy.
Montreal SPCA (V)
We serve vegan food only at events. We do not allow our name to be associated with fundraising events in which animal products are served.
We serve vegan food only at events. We do not allow our name to be associated with fundraising events in which animal products are served.
New England Anti-Vivisection Society (V)
No animal products (e.g., meat, seafood, eggs, dairy products, leather, fur, etc.) are allowed in the NEAVS office or at any NEAVS function. Expense Claims for Food: claims can only be made for meals which are vegan.
No animal products (e.g., meat, seafood, eggs, dairy products, leather, fur, etc.) are allowed in the NEAVS office or at any NEAVS function. Expense Claims for Food: claims can only be made for meals which are vegan.
Niagra Action for Animals (V)
We only serve vegan items at events… No fundraising event held under the NAfA banner should condone, promote, or endorse any form of animal exploitation.
We only serve vegan items at events… No fundraising event held under the NAfA banner should condone, promote, or endorse any form of animal exploitation.
Northwest Spay & Neuter Center
Northwest Spay and Neuter Center does follow a board-adopted strict vegetarian (with vegan option) policy for our events. Most of our board is vegan, and we really believe that our animal care organization should be reflected in our practices outside of just our surgical approach and in-clinic experience.
Northwest Spay and Neuter Center does follow a board-adopted strict vegetarian (with vegan option) policy for our events. Most of our board is vegan, and we really believe that our animal care organization should be reflected in our practices outside of just our surgical approach and in-clinic experience.
Northwest Veg (V)
Our mission is to educate and encourage people to make vegan choices for a healthy, sustainable, and compassionate world. We fully support the Food for Thought campaign because it is a great way for shelters to do just that.
Our mission is to educate and encourage people to make vegan choices for a healthy, sustainable, and compassionate world. We fully support the Food for Thought campaign because it is a great way for shelters to do just that.
Ohlone Humane Society
Ohlone Humane Society strives to inspire respect and compassion for all animals, advocate for their interests and welfare, and instill in our community that all living beings have a right to be treated humanely. Any organizational event adheres to serving only vegetarian fare and we are increasingly moving to a plant-based menu.
Ohlone Humane Society strives to inspire respect and compassion for all animals, advocate for their interests and welfare, and instill in our community that all living beings have a right to be treated humanely. Any organizational event adheres to serving only vegetarian fare and we are increasingly moving to a plant-based menu.
Pasado's Safe Haven (V)
Our policies aim to avoid the inherent contradiction that would be created if we spent our resources to save the lives of animals farmed for food while consuming (or wearing or using) the very products that result from their suffering. … Pasado’s Safe Haven is an organization that promotes veganism, meaning that we do our very best to not use any products derived from animals or involved in animal testing. With this in mind, all food brought to or provided at Pasado’s Safe Haven premises and events must be plant-based/vegan (free of all animal products). We also seek to eliminate all leather, wool and down from the sanctuary by continuing to educate staff and volunteers about alternatives. We will also work to ensure none of our discretionary cleaning products are tested on animals.
Our policies aim to avoid the inherent contradiction that would be created if we spent our resources to save the lives of animals farmed for food while consuming (or wearing or using) the very products that result from their suffering. … Pasado’s Safe Haven is an organization that promotes veganism, meaning that we do our very best to not use any products derived from animals or involved in animal testing. With this in mind, all food brought to or provided at Pasado’s Safe Haven premises and events must be plant-based/vegan (free of all animal products). We also seek to eliminate all leather, wool and down from the sanctuary by continuing to educate staff and volunteers about alternatives. We will also work to ensure none of our discretionary cleaning products are tested on animals.
Peaceful Fields Sanctuary (V)
Peaceful Fields sanctuary was founded to provide a happy and healthy forever home for farm animals in need free from abuse and cruelty near Winchester, VA in the Shenandoah valley. PFS believes in saving lives as an act of stewardship through rescue work and educating the public on compassion through a vegan life that honors all creation.
Peaceful Fields sanctuary was founded to provide a happy and healthy forever home for farm animals in need free from abuse and cruelty near Winchester, VA in the Shenandoah valley. PFS believes in saving lives as an act of stewardship through rescue work and educating the public on compassion through a vegan life that honors all creation.
Peace Ridge Sanctuary (V)
It is so very important for animal welfare organizations to consider the impact of their choices and messaging—what they say and do has a real outcome for animals. When an animal welfare organization, animal shelter, or advocacy group chooses to forgo inclusion of all animals in their circle of compassion, they set the tone for their audience. Whether they realize it or not, they work against the animals that we are trying to help, and they reinforce unhealthy, damaging paradigms that deepen our struggle to promote the change that we so desperately seek for all animals. We are so happy to support this essential initiative and we hope that the Food for Thought Campaign inspires many more organizations to adopt a peaceful menu, thus supporting true animal welfare.
It is so very important for animal welfare organizations to consider the impact of their choices and messaging—what they say and do has a real outcome for animals. When an animal welfare organization, animal shelter, or advocacy group chooses to forgo inclusion of all animals in their circle of compassion, they set the tone for their audience. Whether they realize it or not, they work against the animals that we are trying to help, and they reinforce unhealthy, damaging paradigms that deepen our struggle to promote the change that we so desperately seek for all animals. We are so happy to support this essential initiative and we hope that the Food for Thought Campaign inspires many more organizations to adopt a peaceful menu, thus supporting true animal welfare.
Pets In Need
To help fight cruelty to animals in the food industry, Pets In Need serves vegetarian at all its internal functions. While our mission is rescuing dogs and cats who are in danger of being killed in public facilities, as a humane organization we are absolutely against any form of cruelty. The food industry has long been a source of horror for animals, and we must speak out on their behalf.
To help fight cruelty to animals in the food industry, Pets In Need serves vegetarian at all its internal functions. While our mission is rescuing dogs and cats who are in danger of being killed in public facilities, as a humane organization we are absolutely against any form of cruelty. The food industry has long been a source of horror for animals, and we must speak out on their behalf.
Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine
We have an office policy that we don't have animal-derived foods or clothing in the office. That's part of our personnel manual, and our staff love it. And needless to say, our galas and special events always serve vegan food—never any animal products.
We have an office policy that we don't have animal-derived foods or clothing in the office. That's part of our personnel manual, and our staff love it. And needless to say, our galas and special events always serve vegan food—never any animal products.
Portland Animal Welfare Team
The Portland Animal Welfare Team (PAW Team) is dedicated to helping the pets of the homeless and those living in acute poverty. As part of our respect for animals we are implementing a policy to provide only vegetarian or vegan foods at our clinics and events.
The Portland Animal Welfare Team (PAW Team) is dedicated to helping the pets of the homeless and those living in acute poverty. As part of our respect for animals we are implementing a policy to provide only vegetarian or vegan foods at our clinics and events.
Protect a Pup (V)
At our fundraising events we only have vegan food products for sale, such as cakes and vegan barbeque. We hope to inspire change for dogs and all other animals as we’re committed to vegan outreach at our events and fundraisers.
At our fundraising events we only have vegan food products for sale, such as cakes and vegan barbeque. We hope to inspire change for dogs and all other animals as we’re committed to vegan outreach at our events and fundraisers.
The Puppy Mill Project
The Puppy Mill Project has always endorsed a vegetarian and vegan menu at all of our events and board meetings. Out of respect and compassion for all sentient beings, we have created a campaign stating "It's Not Cool to be Cruel" as part of our mission to teach puppy mill awareness and animal welfare in the community.
The Puppy Mill Project has always endorsed a vegetarian and vegan menu at all of our events and board meetings. Out of respect and compassion for all sentient beings, we have created a campaign stating "It's Not Cool to be Cruel" as part of our mission to teach puppy mill awareness and animal welfare in the community.
Rabbit Rescue Inc. (V)
In compassionate allegiance with all animals, and with our many friends in animal rescue, Rabbit Rescue Inc. supports the Food For Thought campaign and serves no animal-derived products at our functions or events.
In compassionate allegiance with all animals, and with our many friends in animal rescue, Rabbit Rescue Inc. supports the Food For Thought campaign and serves no animal-derived products at our functions or events.
RedRover
In order to respect the philosophy of many of our donors, volunteers and staff and to increase awareness about humane choices, RedRover has a policy of only purchasing (and reimbursing expenses for) vegetarian food items and maintains a meat-free workplace. RedRover respects that people hold different philosophies about the use of animals in our society and supports the adoption of animal-friendly menu policies that focus on primarily plant-based foods as a way to increase awareness about more humane choices, initiate conversation and help people begin to think about ways they can create change simply by the choices they make.
In order to respect the philosophy of many of our donors, volunteers and staff and to increase awareness about humane choices, RedRover has a policy of only purchasing (and reimbursing expenses for) vegetarian food items and maintains a meat-free workplace. RedRover respects that people hold different philosophies about the use of animals in our society and supports the adoption of animal-friendly menu policies that focus on primarily plant-based foods as a way to increase awareness about more humane choices, initiate conversation and help people begin to think about ways they can create change simply by the choices they make.
Rikki's Refuge Animal Sanctuary
We encourage living a compassionate animal-friendly lifestyle by insisting that "we dine WITH our friends, not on our friends." To that end, our policy at Rikki's Refuge is that every event that we sponsor, both onsite and off, will only serve vegetarian food. And we ask that any food brought onto the property by visitors will also be animal-friendly vegetarian foods. Rikki's Refuge Animal Sanctuary wholeheartedly endorses the Food for Thought campaign. We believe that any animal rescue, sanctuary, or the like should be an example when it comes to honoring and respecting ALL sentient beings. Having an animal-friendly menu policy is a great place to start since a compassionate lifestyle very often begins at the table.
We encourage living a compassionate animal-friendly lifestyle by insisting that "we dine WITH our friends, not on our friends." To that end, our policy at Rikki's Refuge is that every event that we sponsor, both onsite and off, will only serve vegetarian food. And we ask that any food brought onto the property by visitors will also be animal-friendly vegetarian foods. Rikki's Refuge Animal Sanctuary wholeheartedly endorses the Food for Thought campaign. We believe that any animal rescue, sanctuary, or the like should be an example when it comes to honoring and respecting ALL sentient beings. Having an animal-friendly menu policy is a great place to start since a compassionate lifestyle very often begins at the table.
River's Wish Animal Sanctuary (V)
River’s Wish Animal Sanctuary advocates compassionate choices through vegan living. Out of respect for the animals and the sanctuary’s mission, values, and vision, only plant-based foods will be offered at our fundraising events, meetings, or other functions. The animals in our care represent millions of others who suffer in animal agriculture and other exploitative industries. We remember and honor them in our everyday actions and through our vegan menu policy.
River’s Wish Animal Sanctuary advocates compassionate choices through vegan living. Out of respect for the animals and the sanctuary’s mission, values, and vision, only plant-based foods will be offered at our fundraising events, meetings, or other functions. The animals in our care represent millions of others who suffer in animal agriculture and other exploitative industries. We remember and honor them in our everyday actions and through our vegan menu policy.
Rooterville (V)
We only allow vegan foods on the property at Rooterville, out of respect for the animals.
We only allow vegan foods on the property at Rooterville, out of respect for the animals.
Sanctuary One
As the United States' first Care Farm, Sanctuary One's mission is to be a refuge for animals and a healing place for people while promoting environmental stewardship. We have adopted an animal-friendly food policy to emphasize the value of all life forms and recognize that all creatures are sentient beings deserving of compassion, respect, and care.
As the United States' first Care Farm, Sanctuary One's mission is to be a refuge for animals and a healing place for people while promoting environmental stewardship. We have adopted an animal-friendly food policy to emphasize the value of all life forms and recognize that all creatures are sentient beings deserving of compassion, respect, and care.
St. Hubert's Animal Welfare Center
St. Hubert’s believes that all animals should be treated humanely and with compassion throughout their lives. St. Hubert’s supports the five freedoms for any animal kept by man – from homes to farms: Freedom from hunger and thirst; freedom from discomfort; freedom from pain, injury or disease; freedom to express normal behavior and freedom from fear and distress. Animal agriculture has changed drastically over the last 70 years. Intensive confinement systems that deny animals from engaging in natural behaviors and fail to meet their most basic behavior needs, inhumane transport and billions of animals slaughtered have become commonplace as has the genetic manipulation of animals that causes rapid growth, pain and suffering. St. Hubert’s recognizes its responsibility to raise awareness of welfare issues related to raising, housing, care, transportation, and slaughter of animals raised or caught for food as part of its animal welfare advocacy work and shall encourage welfare conscious consumerism, reduced animal product consumption, and shall advocate for more humane farming methods. Consistent with its mission, St. Hubert’s events shall be vegetarian.
St. Hubert’s believes that all animals should be treated humanely and with compassion throughout their lives. St. Hubert’s supports the five freedoms for any animal kept by man – from homes to farms: Freedom from hunger and thirst; freedom from discomfort; freedom from pain, injury or disease; freedom to express normal behavior and freedom from fear and distress. Animal agriculture has changed drastically over the last 70 years. Intensive confinement systems that deny animals from engaging in natural behaviors and fail to meet their most basic behavior needs, inhumane transport and billions of animals slaughtered have become commonplace as has the genetic manipulation of animals that causes rapid growth, pain and suffering. St. Hubert’s recognizes its responsibility to raise awareness of welfare issues related to raising, housing, care, transportation, and slaughter of animals raised or caught for food as part of its animal welfare advocacy work and shall encourage welfare conscious consumerism, reduced animal product consumption, and shall advocate for more humane farming methods. Consistent with its mission, St. Hubert’s events shall be vegetarian.
St. Martin's Animal Rescue
St. Martin’s Animal Rescue and Advocacy strives to inspire respect and compassion for all animals, advocate for their interests and welfare, and instill in our community that all living beings have a right to be treated humanely. Recognizing that animals raised for food may be subjected to many forms of cruelty and inhumane treatment, any organizational event adheres to serving only vegetarian fare and we are increasingly moving to a plant-based menu.
St. Martin’s Animal Rescue and Advocacy strives to inspire respect and compassion for all animals, advocate for their interests and welfare, and instill in our community that all living beings have a right to be treated humanely. Recognizing that animals raised for food may be subjected to many forms of cruelty and inhumane treatment, any organizational event adheres to serving only vegetarian fare and we are increasingly moving to a plant-based menu.
San Francisco SPCA
The San Francisco SPCA is proud to support the Food for Thought campaign because we think that anytime that a compassionate food choice is made, it’s a victory for animals, people, and the environment.
The San Francisco SPCA is proud to support the Food for Thought campaign because we think that anytime that a compassionate food choice is made, it’s a victory for animals, people, and the environment.
Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter
The Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter supports the Food for Thought program because we want to cultivate an awareness of and a respect for all animals who share this world with us. It has become generally accepted that companion animals are sentient beings that have feelings. We wish to extend that understanding to animals that are raised, trapped, or slaughtered for food. We do not feel that it is appropriate for us to serve meat at any official functions of the Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter.
The Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter supports the Food for Thought program because we want to cultivate an awareness of and a respect for all animals who share this world with us. It has become generally accepted that companion animals are sentient beings that have feelings. We wish to extend that understanding to animals that are raised, trapped, or slaughtered for food. We do not feel that it is appropriate for us to serve meat at any official functions of the Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter.
Small Angels Rescue
Consistent with our mission statement, Small Angels Rescue, Inc. strives to inspire respect and compassion for all animals and additionally respects the philosophy of many of our donors and volunteers. It is our policy therefore to serve only vegetarian/vegan food at volunteer appreciation picnic events. We recommend the same but do not control food options when outside organizations are the primary host or sponsor of an event. While we respect that dietary choices are personal, we ask that when attending our events and representing SARI, you follow these guidelines and respect organizational policy.
Consistent with our mission statement, Small Angels Rescue, Inc. strives to inspire respect and compassion for all animals and additionally respects the philosophy of many of our donors and volunteers. It is our policy therefore to serve only vegetarian/vegan food at volunteer appreciation picnic events. We recommend the same but do not control food options when outside organizations are the primary host or sponsor of an event. While we respect that dietary choices are personal, we ask that when attending our events and representing SARI, you follow these guidelines and respect organizational policy.
South Florida Wildlife Center
We have a vegan policy here—all events, even staff luncheons, etc.
We have a vegan policy here—all events, even staff luncheons, etc.
spcaLA
spcaLA has only provided vegetarian/vegan food for our events for the past 20 years.
spcaLA has only provided vegetarian/vegan food for our events for the past 20 years.
State Humane Association of California
Several years ago, the State Humane Association of California adopted a meat-free menu for our Board meetings and events for which we are the sole sponsor. We believe that a meat-free menu is consistent with our mission and promotes an awareness of the pain and suffering that often accompanies the keeping and slaughter of animals for food.
Several years ago, the State Humane Association of California adopted a meat-free menu for our Board meetings and events for which we are the sole sponsor. We believe that a meat-free menu is consistent with our mission and promotes an awareness of the pain and suffering that often accompanies the keeping and slaughter of animals for food.
Stray Cat Alliance (V)
All our events are vegan and we are fortunate to have the wonderful Chef Tanya Petrovna create delicious food for our annual gala.
All our events are vegan and we are fortunate to have the wonderful Chef Tanya Petrovna create delicious food for our annual gala.
Sunny Meadow Sanctuary (V)
Each and every farm animal at Sunny Meadow was spared from going to a slaughterhouse and is now living a peaceful, happy life here at the sanctuary. Being vegans ourselves, there is no way that we would ever let anyone eat or use our animals for any purpose.
Each and every farm animal at Sunny Meadow was spared from going to a slaughterhouse and is now living a peaceful, happy life here at the sanctuary. Being vegans ourselves, there is no way that we would ever let anyone eat or use our animals for any purpose.
Sunrise Sanctuary (V)
Sunrise Sanctuary, Inc. encourages more humane and compassionate behaviors and believes that each living creature has value and deserves to live free of suffering and exploitation. In keeping with its core mission and values, Sunrise serves only vegan food at all meetings, sponsored events, and farm activities.
Sunrise Sanctuary, Inc. encourages more humane and compassionate behaviors and believes that each living creature has value and deserves to live free of suffering and exploitation. In keeping with its core mission and values, Sunrise serves only vegan food at all meetings, sponsored events, and farm activities.
Sweet Binks
Sweet Binks Rabbit Rescue: As advocates for one of the most multi-purposed animals on the planet (meat, fur, testing, pets), Sweet Binks has adopted a vegan/vegetarian menu for any event conducted by us. Most all of our volunteers are vegetarian/vegan and support compassion and humane treatment to all living species.
Sweet Binks Rabbit Rescue: As advocates for one of the most multi-purposed animals on the planet (meat, fur, testing, pets), Sweet Binks has adopted a vegan/vegetarian menu for any event conducted by us. Most all of our volunteers are vegetarian/vegan and support compassion and humane treatment to all living species.
Tails of Hope
We teach respect for all animals, including farm animals, animals used in research and those living in the wild. To that end, in our humane education work, we show people how to live harmoniously with other species and the environment. While we respect individual choice in food and clothing, we never serve meat or include products made from animal byproducts at Tails of Hope events.
We teach respect for all animals, including farm animals, animals used in research and those living in the wild. To that end, in our humane education work, we show people how to live harmoniously with other species and the environment. While we respect individual choice in food and clothing, we never serve meat or include products made from animal byproducts at Tails of Hope events.
Tender Care Animal Rescue
We believe that a meat-free menu is consistent with our mission and promotes an awareness of the pain and suffering that often accompanies the keeping and slaughter of animals for food as these animals often live in inhumane and even torturous conditions. Given the above, food served at all Tender Care board and volunteer events, the food that Board Members and /or volunteers are reimbursed for while traveling, Board member choices when meeting with donors, and food served at any other Tender Care Animal Rescue related events should be vegetarian, and whenever feasible, entirely plant-based.
We believe that a meat-free menu is consistent with our mission and promotes an awareness of the pain and suffering that often accompanies the keeping and slaughter of animals for food as these animals often live in inhumane and even torturous conditions. Given the above, food served at all Tender Care board and volunteer events, the food that Board Members and /or volunteers are reimbursed for while traveling, Board member choices when meeting with donors, and food served at any other Tender Care Animal Rescue related events should be vegetarian, and whenever feasible, entirely plant-based.
The Sanctuary for Senior Dogs (V)
In light of the mission statement of The Sanctuary for Senior Dogs, which reads in part, "to strengthen the bonds between humans and animals by teaching respect and compassion for all living things," the Sanctuary does not serve meat products at any Sanctuary-sponsored event. At SSD internal events (staff meetings, holiday parties, etc.) where food is served and to which employees, volunteers, and/or guests have been invited to participate, we will only serve vegan fare. External events under the control of SSD will serve vegetarian fare with ample vegan choices, moving to an all-vegan menu by January 2016. All offerings will be clearly labeled as "vegetarian" or "vegan" until the changeover is final. For events in which SSD participates with other organizations but over which SSD does not have total control, SSD will make every effort to serve all vegan or vegetarian food. Sponsoring organizations are to be asked that vegan options be made available whenever possible. Of course, we recognize that not all volunteers and staff members follow vegan diets nor do we expect or pressure them to. But when representing SSD, volunteers and staff are expected to follow these guidelines as a part of organizational policy.
In light of the mission statement of The Sanctuary for Senior Dogs, which reads in part, "to strengthen the bonds between humans and animals by teaching respect and compassion for all living things," the Sanctuary does not serve meat products at any Sanctuary-sponsored event. At SSD internal events (staff meetings, holiday parties, etc.) where food is served and to which employees, volunteers, and/or guests have been invited to participate, we will only serve vegan fare. External events under the control of SSD will serve vegetarian fare with ample vegan choices, moving to an all-vegan menu by January 2016. All offerings will be clearly labeled as "vegetarian" or "vegan" until the changeover is final. For events in which SSD participates with other organizations but over which SSD does not have total control, SSD will make every effort to serve all vegan or vegetarian food. Sponsoring organizations are to be asked that vegan options be made available whenever possible. Of course, we recognize that not all volunteers and staff members follow vegan diets nor do we expect or pressure them to. But when representing SSD, volunteers and staff are expected to follow these guidelines as a part of organizational policy.
Toronto Cat Rescue
Toronto Cat Rescue (TCR) is committed to serving entirely vegetarian menus at our events and meetings, with vegan options where possible.
Toronto Cat Rescue (TCR) is committed to serving entirely vegetarian menus at our events and meetings, with vegan options where possible.
Ulster County SPCA
Our policy is to serve only vegetarian meals or refreshments, and in certain events we do provide a vegan option.
Our policy is to serve only vegetarian meals or refreshments, and in certain events we do provide a vegan option.
VegFund (V)
We continue our meat-free selections at our fundraisers, and have no intention of that ever changing. … Food for Thought is a great campaign that encourages shelters and humane societies to show compassion to ALL animals by adopting a plant-based food policy.
We continue our meat-free selections at our fundraisers, and have no intention of that ever changing. … Food for Thought is a great campaign that encourages shelters and humane societies to show compassion to ALL animals by adopting a plant-based food policy.
Vine Sanctuary (V)
VINE Sanctuary strongly supports the Food for Thought campaign and is grateful to Animal Place for organizing this essential initiative. We urge all shelters and sanctuaries to be mindful of the effects of all of our choices, avoiding the products of human slavery and environmental despoliation as well as all products of animal exploitation.
VINE Sanctuary strongly supports the Food for Thought campaign and is grateful to Animal Place for organizing this essential initiative. We urge all shelters and sanctuaries to be mindful of the effects of all of our choices, avoiding the products of human slavery and environmental despoliation as well as all products of animal exploitation.
VT-CAN! Vermont Companion Animal Neutering (V)
VT-CAN! has adopted an official vegan only menu policy for all events involving food and vegan only policy for any fundraiser
involving food and new products.
VT-CAN! has adopted an official vegan only menu policy for all events involving food and vegan only policy for any fundraiser
involving food and new products.
Wagner Farm Rescue Fund (V)
Wagner Farm Rescue Fund, along with its sister organization Have A Heart Farm, maintains a policy where all food and other products made available in conjunction with our organization functions is all-vegan to the best of our control. This is in support of compassion and respect toward all sentient beings and an acknowledgement of their own individuality and right to live. This reflects the general values of our organizations along with being in conjunction with the Food For Thought campaign.
Wagner Farm Rescue Fund, along with its sister organization Have A Heart Farm, maintains a policy where all food and other products made available in conjunction with our organization functions is all-vegan to the best of our control. This is in support of compassion and respect toward all sentient beings and an acknowledgement of their own individuality and right to live. This reflects the general values of our organizations along with being in conjunction with the Food For Thought campaign.
Washington Humane Society (V)
The Washington Humane Society (WHS) believes all animals deserve humane treatment. As part of our mission, WHS provides care to animals of all species, including animals commonly raised for food. WHS believes it would be inconsistent and hypocritical for an organization dedicated to saving animals to serve animal products as food for people. Policy: All food purchased by WHS for events and meetings will be vegan. Additionally, for events featuring or connected to WHS where food is funded by another party, all efforts will be made to have humane food choices, and WHS will recommend vegan food.
The Washington Humane Society (WHS) believes all animals deserve humane treatment. As part of our mission, WHS provides care to animals of all species, including animals commonly raised for food. WHS believes it would be inconsistent and hypocritical for an organization dedicated to saving animals to serve animal products as food for people. Policy: All food purchased by WHS for events and meetings will be vegan. Additionally, for events featuring or connected to WHS where food is funded by another party, all efforts will be made to have humane food choices, and WHS will recommend vegan food.
Whatcom Humane Society
Recognizing that animals raised for food may be subjected to many forms of cruelty and inhumane treatment, the Whatcom Humane Society has committed itself to serving only vegetarian foods at any events that are sponsored or funded by WHS.
Recognizing that animals raised for food may be subjected to many forms of cruelty and inhumane treatment, the Whatcom Humane Society has committed itself to serving only vegetarian foods at any events that are sponsored or funded by WHS.
Windsor/Essex County Humane Society
The Windsor/Essex County Humane Society strives to inspire respect and compassion for all animals, advocate for their interests and welfare, and instill a belief in our community that all living beings have a right to be treated humanely. As such, we will ensure that vegetarian and/or vegan food options are available and identified at all WECHS run events. We recommend the same but do not control food options when outside organizations are the primary host or sponsor of an event.
The Windsor/Essex County Humane Society strives to inspire respect and compassion for all animals, advocate for their interests and welfare, and instill a belief in our community that all living beings have a right to be treated humanely. As such, we will ensure that vegetarian and/or vegan food options are available and identified at all WECHS run events. We recommend the same but do not control food options when outside organizations are the primary host or sponsor of an event.
WolfSpirit's Toy Breed Puppy Mill Rescue
As a longtime friend of animals, WolfSpirits Rescue has come to know and understand the conditions that many bred-for-food animals must endure before their short lives are ended. With this in mind, any and all foods that are/will be served at our events will be/are strictly vegetarian or vegan. However, don't count us or our events out simply because we can’t cater to a carnivorous appetite because we believe that vegetarian and vegan foods are not only tasty, but also healthier alternatives to hormone-bred processed meats. Some folks may ask, "Why shouldn't we eat meat? Doesn't this or that animal eat other animals?" and they would be correct, however there's something a little more complicated going on behind the scenes; as rescuers and foster homes for dejected and rejected animals, strays, and other battered creatures we believe that it's our job to set an example as the guardians of these animals and admonish the consumption of meat. After all, how can we say that we would love and protect a creature while hypocritically eating another? Many animals can’t help that they can only eat and digest meats properly, as is the nature of their physical needs, but humans on the other hand have flexible diets and can create substitute meals from various plants, fruits and vegetables. Saving lives requires some sort of sacrifice, and sacrificing the taste for flesh, in turn, saves the life of said flesh.
As a longtime friend of animals, WolfSpirits Rescue has come to know and understand the conditions that many bred-for-food animals must endure before their short lives are ended. With this in mind, any and all foods that are/will be served at our events will be/are strictly vegetarian or vegan. However, don't count us or our events out simply because we can’t cater to a carnivorous appetite because we believe that vegetarian and vegan foods are not only tasty, but also healthier alternatives to hormone-bred processed meats. Some folks may ask, "Why shouldn't we eat meat? Doesn't this or that animal eat other animals?" and they would be correct, however there's something a little more complicated going on behind the scenes; as rescuers and foster homes for dejected and rejected animals, strays, and other battered creatures we believe that it's our job to set an example as the guardians of these animals and admonish the consumption of meat. After all, how can we say that we would love and protect a creature while hypocritically eating another? Many animals can’t help that they can only eat and digest meats properly, as is the nature of their physical needs, but humans on the other hand have flexible diets and can create substitute meals from various plants, fruits and vegetables. Saving lives requires some sort of sacrifice, and sacrificing the taste for flesh, in turn, saves the life of said flesh.
wildlife & environmental groups
Advocates for Snake Preservation (V)
Because animal agriculture is the single largest threat to wildlife and contributor to climate change, it is Advocates for Snake Preservation's policy to serve only vegan food at events where we provide food. Snakes, as obligate carnivores, are obviously exempted from this policy.
Because animal agriculture is the single largest threat to wildlife and contributor to climate change, it is Advocates for Snake Preservation's policy to serve only vegan food at events where we provide food. Snakes, as obligate carnivores, are obviously exempted from this policy.
Animal Help Now (Animal Watch) (V)
Animal Help Now respects and promotes respect for all animals. As such, the organization employs a vegan approach to its messaging and purchasing, including food purchased for meetings and events, and in its receipt of donated goods and services.
Animal Help Now respects and promotes respect for all animals. As such, the organization employs a vegan approach to its messaging and purchasing, including food purchased for meetings and events, and in its receipt of donated goods and services.
Born Free USA (V)
Born Free USA is dedicated to helping animals and recognizes that food preferences are a matter of personal choice. Born Free USA's office team is generally vegan/vegetarian and all officially sponsored Born Free USA events and meetings are vegan/vegetarian and all office visitors are encouraged to respect this position. Born Free USA discourages the consumption of animals on its premises and encourages team members to be considerate of his or her fellow team members in regards to this matter.
Born Free USA is dedicated to helping animals and recognizes that food preferences are a matter of personal choice. Born Free USA's office team is generally vegan/vegetarian and all officially sponsored Born Free USA events and meetings are vegan/vegetarian and all office visitors are encouraged to respect this position. Born Free USA discourages the consumption of animals on its premises and encourages team members to be considerate of his or her fellow team members in regards to this matter.
Center for Biological Diversity
The Center for Biological Diversity recognizes livestock production as one of the greatest threats to wildlife and the planet. Consistent with our Earth-friendly Diet campaign, which urges people to reduce meat consumption as a critical means of reducing their environmental footprint, it is the Center's policy to serve vegetarian-only menus at events where food is provided by the organization.
The Center for Biological Diversity recognizes livestock production as one of the greatest threats to wildlife and the planet. Consistent with our Earth-friendly Diet campaign, which urges people to reduce meat consumption as a critical means of reducing their environmental footprint, it is the Center's policy to serve vegetarian-only menus at events where food is provided by the organization.
Chimpanzee Sanctuary NW (V)
As a sanctuary caring for nonhuman animals, we recognize that all animals deserve consideration and that animals raised for food may be subjected to inhumane treatment. Therefore, Chimpanzee Sanctuary Northwest is committed to serving 100% vegan food at any events that are sponsored or funded by CSNW.
As a sanctuary caring for nonhuman animals, we recognize that all animals deserve consideration and that animals raised for food may be subjected to inhumane treatment. Therefore, Chimpanzee Sanctuary Northwest is committed to serving 100% vegan food at any events that are sponsored or funded by CSNW.
City Wildlife
The Board of Directors of City Wildlife has endorsed a policy that all events, large or small, sponsored by City Wildlife will be vegetarian.
The Board of Directors of City Wildlife has endorsed a policy that all events, large or small, sponsored by City Wildlife will be vegetarian.
Foster Parrots
As an animal welfare organization, Foster Parrots/NEEWS will only organize fundraiser events, staff and volunteer gatherings, meetings, or other organizational events that offer a vegetarian based menu.
As an animal welfare organization, Foster Parrots/NEEWS will only organize fundraiser events, staff and volunteer gatherings, meetings, or other organizational events that offer a vegetarian based menu.
North American Primate Sanctuary Alliance (NAPSA)
Scope: This policy refers to any in-person meeting or conference of employees or members that is hosted by the North American Primate Sanctuary Alliance (NAPSA.) Policy: Consistent with its mission and dedication to primate welfare, NAPSA recognizes the value of all animals. All meals served at NAPSA-sponsored meetings, retreats and workshops will be vegetarian, with vegan options always made available.
Scope: This policy refers to any in-person meeting or conference of employees or members that is hosted by the North American Primate Sanctuary Alliance (NAPSA.) Policy: Consistent with its mission and dedication to primate welfare, NAPSA recognizes the value of all animals. All meals served at NAPSA-sponsored meetings, retreats and workshops will be vegetarian, with vegan options always made available.
Our Children's Earth Foundation
Please see the full OCE Food Policy. Excerpts below:
Our Children’s Earth Foundation supports climate stewardship, animal welfare, food system improvements leading to sustainability, public health, and public education about the environment. It is the policy of Our Children’s Earth Foundation to make food choices that reflect our organizational values and mission. We seek to contribute to a more sustainable and just future for all of Earth’s inhabitants, particularly for the most vulnerable among us. Consuming animal products is contrary to our values and mission as an organization… Our Children’s Earth Foundation has a strictly vegetarian no-meat policy. At our events, we will not serve meat products and we will provide chemical-free vegan menus whenever possible. Expense claims for food by employees and contractors can only be made for meals which do not include meat products. Our Children’s Earth Foundation has a strong preference for vegan, sustainably-sourced, fair trade food whenever possible.
Please see the full OCE Food Policy. Excerpts below:
Our Children’s Earth Foundation supports climate stewardship, animal welfare, food system improvements leading to sustainability, public health, and public education about the environment. It is the policy of Our Children’s Earth Foundation to make food choices that reflect our organizational values and mission. We seek to contribute to a more sustainable and just future for all of Earth’s inhabitants, particularly for the most vulnerable among us. Consuming animal products is contrary to our values and mission as an organization… Our Children’s Earth Foundation has a strictly vegetarian no-meat policy. At our events, we will not serve meat products and we will provide chemical-free vegan menus whenever possible. Expense claims for food by employees and contractors can only be made for meals which do not include meat products. Our Children’s Earth Foundation has a strong preference for vegan, sustainably-sourced, fair trade food whenever possible.
Rainforest Action Network
Please see RAN’s Socially and Environmentally Responsible Purchasing Guidelines. Excerpts below:
With the Socially and Environmentally Responsible Purchasing Guidelines, RAN embraces its role as an organization that works for both social justice and the environment. Therefore, we pledge to make conscientious purchasing decisions with respect to RAN’s office, staff and event needs as they relate to our purchasing power, the environment and sustainability. RAN’s FOOD PURCHASING POLICY: RAN is committed to only providing vegetarian and vegan food at RAN meetings and events while prioritizing sourcing from organic, fair trade, local, union-made/worker-owned suppliers; exceptions can be made in limited circumstances when it would be culturally inappropriate. SCOPE: These guidelines apply to all of RAN’s purchasing needs, including food, supplies and services. They also include RAN-sponsored events and trainings, regardless of location. The guidelines apply to any expenditure made by RAN staff members with RAN funds, whether they are in San Francisco or traveling. …
Please see RAN’s Socially and Environmentally Responsible Purchasing Guidelines. Excerpts below:
With the Socially and Environmentally Responsible Purchasing Guidelines, RAN embraces its role as an organization that works for both social justice and the environment. Therefore, we pledge to make conscientious purchasing decisions with respect to RAN’s office, staff and event needs as they relate to our purchasing power, the environment and sustainability. RAN’s FOOD PURCHASING POLICY: RAN is committed to only providing vegetarian and vegan food at RAN meetings and events while prioritizing sourcing from organic, fair trade, local, union-made/worker-owned suppliers; exceptions can be made in limited circumstances when it would be culturally inappropriate. SCOPE: These guidelines apply to all of RAN’s purchasing needs, including food, supplies and services. They also include RAN-sponsored events and trainings, regardless of location. The guidelines apply to any expenditure made by RAN staff members with RAN funds, whether they are in San Francisco or traveling. …
Second Chance Wildlife Center (V)
…in keeping with our mission and acknowledging the importance of our environment and animal welfare… all future SCWC events to which the public is invited will have only vegan fare served.
…in keeping with our mission and acknowledging the importance of our environment and animal welfare… all future SCWC events to which the public is invited will have only vegan fare served.
World Resources Institute
Please see the comprehensive WRI Sustainable Catering & Events Policy. Excerpts below:
This policy is designed to help WRI adopt internal measures to shifting towards a plant-based diet and reducing food and material waste during events and meetings. For more information about WRI food research and rationale for the policy, see Rationale for Sourcing Plant-Based Foods (page 5).
Application of Policy. All WRI U.S. Office food and catering orders using WRI funds, and whenever possible all WRI funded events and meetings that occur outside of WRI U.S. Office, should follow the policy.
Plant-Based Food. The policy requires that only vegetarian and vegan food be ordered for meetings and events that use WRI funds. … The goal is to develop positive experiences and associations with plant-based food selections and develop sustainable habits for events. … Please factor in these other considerations when selecting food:
acknowledges that food choices can greatly influence the environment. WRI’s paper, Shifting Diets for a Sustainable Food Future, informs our approach to selecting foods and meals at our events.
Agricultural production has significant impacts on Earth’s systems though greenhouse gas emissions, demand for land and impacts on natural ecosystems (e.g., tropical forests, marine ecosystems), use of freshwater resources, and the impact on water quality, among others. Furthermore, demand for food is projected to increase by 70 percent between 2006 and 2050. …
The WRI plant-based food policy is an opportunity to communicate WRI food research and how the organization “walks the talk.” Be sure to plan communications materials to help share information on the impact of food choices on the environment and to provide staff and visitors positive perceptions of plant-based foods. Some ideas for communication include, but are not limited to:
Please see the comprehensive WRI Sustainable Catering & Events Policy. Excerpts below:
This policy is designed to help WRI adopt internal measures to shifting towards a plant-based diet and reducing food and material waste during events and meetings. For more information about WRI food research and rationale for the policy, see Rationale for Sourcing Plant-Based Foods (page 5).
Application of Policy. All WRI U.S. Office food and catering orders using WRI funds, and whenever possible all WRI funded events and meetings that occur outside of WRI U.S. Office, should follow the policy.
Plant-Based Food. The policy requires that only vegetarian and vegan food be ordered for meetings and events that use WRI funds. … The goal is to develop positive experiences and associations with plant-based food selections and develop sustainable habits for events. … Please factor in these other considerations when selecting food:
- Limit the consumption of large portions of dairy products, such as cheese platters, as dairy’s environmental impacts are similar to those of most meats. …
acknowledges that food choices can greatly influence the environment. WRI’s paper, Shifting Diets for a Sustainable Food Future, informs our approach to selecting foods and meals at our events.
Agricultural production has significant impacts on Earth’s systems though greenhouse gas emissions, demand for land and impacts on natural ecosystems (e.g., tropical forests, marine ecosystems), use of freshwater resources, and the impact on water quality, among others. Furthermore, demand for food is projected to increase by 70 percent between 2006 and 2050. …
The WRI plant-based food policy is an opportunity to communicate WRI food research and how the organization “walks the talk.” Be sure to plan communications materials to help share information on the impact of food choices on the environment and to provide staff and visitors positive perceptions of plant-based foods. Some ideas for communication include, but are not limited to:
- Request that caterers and vendors provide information about the ingredients.
- Share or display the “Protein Scorecard” or shifting diets research from www.wri.org/shiftingdiets.
- Display the food policy signage (link) at events.
- Use food policy talking points with visitors when possible.
- For events with visitors that may not be aware of or may be concerned about the food policy, consider not informing visitors that the food is vegetarian, vegan, or plant-based until after visitors have finished and enjoyed their meals. (see footnote 9 in linked policy)
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