Can you believe it’s already The People’s Fund’s five-year anniversary? To celebrate this milestone, we’re thrilled to bring you impactful stories that showcase the incredible difference we’ve made together. As we kick off this special series, get ready to be inspired by Veggie Mijas’ story!
But First, What Is The People’s Fund?
The People’s Fund aims to address racial inequity in philanthropy by redistributing wealth in our movement and transforming the underlying structures and norms that entrench inequity. To date, we have distributed $1,155,000 in funding to 29 leaders and organizations. We believe it’s time to disrupt and democratize philanthropy.
Breaking Boundaries: Our Grantee Veggie Mijas
A long-time valued partner, Veggie Mijas is made up of people from diverse backgrounds who are dedicated to raising awareness about the lack of healthy options in underserved communities and promoting animal protection and environmental justice.
The “women, trans, and gender non-conforming people” of Veggie Mijas unite to promote plant-based lifestyles and advocate for food justice in marginalized areas. Their core belief in the strength of community drives their enthusiasm for establishing inclusive environments, particularly in supporting BIPOC groups. These spaces are hubs for genuine connections, shared learning, and collective contributions to a more sustainable future. This sense of unity propels change, empowering everyone and steering their mission to bring people together and care for our planet.
Veggie Mijas Offers Expert-Driven Programs
Partnerships encompass in-person and online engagements, including workshops, social media initiatives, collaborative product reviews, and community-centric initiatives to build an inclusive community.
Workshops or co-hosting special tasting events showcase unique culinary expertise and a passion for plant-based cuisine.
Social media exposure, through collaborations with Veggie Mijas, amplify mission-aligned messages and help them reach a wider, more inclusive audience.
Product reviews cover plant-based foods, sustainable goods, books, and educational resources, highlighting their environmental impact, sustainability, and cruelty-free practices while offering recommendations for Veggie Mijas’ community of readers.
Sponsored community events align with shared values of inclusivity, accessibility, and sustainability.
Join Veggie Mijas’ virtual book club that celebrates authors of color across diverse genres, amplifying voices, challenging perspectives, and creating connections through storytelling and advocacy. Also, don’t miss out on their adorable children’s book!
Veggie Mijas is a collective that transcends colonial borders and acknowledges that all occupied lands are Indigenous homelands. They recognize the ongoing significance of these lands for Indigenous Peoples of the past, present, and future.
We are incredibly proud of our grantees and wholeheartedly celebrate their successes. Their efforts not only help alleviate hunger but promote a more compassionate and sustainable approach to food. Supporting these organizations or participating in their initiatives contributes to a more equitable and food-secure future.
