About us
Plant Powered Metro New York is catalyzing the local movement for vibrant health through whole-food, plant based (WFPB) nutrition. We empower and support people who have chosen this diet and lifestyle, raise awareness locally about the tremendous health benefits, and seek to bring about communal change.
Everyone is welcome to participate in our network at any place along the journey to health. Whether you are coming to this way of life via The China Study or Dr. Joel Fuhrman, Forks Over Knives or Dr. Greger, Engine2 or Dr. Caldwell Esselstyn, you will find a community of like-minded friends who are learning from each other and eager to bring the benefits of WFPB nutrition to the wider community.
Our meetings are held online and at various locations throughout New York City, Long Island, Westchester, and New Jersey.
To learn more, visit us at www.ppmny.org and join our mailing list.
Featured event
Woven Together Gala
Please join us for a joyful evening that honors the shared stories, partnerships, and commitments that have shaped Plant Powered Metro New York’s first seven years — and the collective future we are building together.
PPMNY empowers diverse communities to live vibrantly and to prevent and reverse chronic disease through whole food, plant-based nutrition.
We are woven together through relationships and partnerships that transform personal and collective health.
Honorees
Pioneers
Ocean Robbins &
John Robbins, in memoriam
who sparked a food revolution
Community Champions
JASA
leading the way to healthy aging in NYC
with special recognition of JASA leaders:
Arielle Basch, MPH, MBA
Chief Business Development Officer
Tania Collazo, MS, RDN, CDN
Senior Director of Nutrition Services
Aisha Parillon
Senior Director of Older Adult Centers
Host Committee
in formation
Caryn Hartglass
Lianna Levine Reisner & Elnatan Reisner
Anthony Masiello
Veronica McLymont, PhD, RDN
Victoria Moran
Jacquie Talbott
We invite you to be part of a powerful tapestry of impact as we gather to celebrate and support accessible, culturally-rooted, community-centered health for all. We are weaving a healthier future together!
Hearty plant-based (all vegan) appetizers, hors d’oeuvres, and mocktails will be served. Woven Together is a dry event.
Festive dress.
VIP reception will take place from 6:00 - 6:30 PM.
Space is limited. Registration will close on Tuesday, March 10, or when we fill the room.
Can't make it? Support PPMNY with a gift today.
Questions? Contact Beth Lauren, beth.lauren@ppmny.org
Upcoming events
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Health Freedom Walk: A Bridgeport Restaurant Crawl Honoring Dr. King
Location not specified yetPresented in partnership with CT State College Housatonic
Join Plant Powered Metro New York for our 4th annual Health Freedom Walk, a restaurant "crawl" hosted in multiple neighborhoods around the region, offering progressive plant-powered dishes that pay tribute to Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr’s enduring legacy of justice. Come celebrate freedom, fun, and food as we take back our health while supporting local community organizations, including an eatery that serves exclusively plant-based options.
We honor Rev. Dr. King’s legacy, by elevating nutrition that presents a transformative opportunity for health, healing, and hope for all, especially those in marginalized communities.
Join us at 1:00 PM for a guided historical walk through the neighborhood of Bridgeport, where participants will gain deeper insight into local history before gathering at the Bridgeport Library to hear from a guest speaker. We’ll end on a sweet note with dessert at the beloved Veganish Cafe.
Walk Host: Marcella Lawson Cox, Elevate Bridgeport
Walk Marshal & Speaker: Bobby RamosA $5 donation to PPMNY is required to hold your spot. Please expect to pay $7–$10 for the meal at Veganish Cafe. Dishes will build on one another to create a complete meal.
Hosted by Rich Hubbard and Alison Williams, PPMNY Volunteers.
Good Company Games and More:
We also invite you to join us from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM at Housatonic for their “Roll the Dice” game and educational experience that includes a complimentary lunch. Yes, it is free! Attend our Health Freedom Walk and the Housatonic event.
Pre-registration is required for the complimentary lunch! Sign up here.
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Cooking with Chef Carole
·OnlineOnlineExplore the delicious world of plant-based baking and cooking without added oils, salt, or sugar. Chef Carole Levy, PPMNY Culinary Educator, will walk us through some of her favorite recipes, made with easy-to-access ingredients.
Event access is by donation or free to anyone unable to contribute. Please choose the option that fits you best and join us!
Registrants will receive recipes and a Facebook Live and YouTube link on the day of the event. Please note that Facebook Live and YouTube streams are available to viewers with or without Facebook or YouTube accounts.
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