What we’re about
Welcome to Vegans Explore Broward (Formerly SoFlo Vegans)!
Thank you for joining our Meetup group! Vegans Explore is a nonprofit organization dedicated to building a vibrant, supportive community for vegans and those exploring a plant-based lifestyle.
Formerly known as SoFlo Vegans, we’ve evolved to expand our mission and impact, but our commitment to uplifting the Vegan movement remains stronger than ever.
We invite you to visit our official website at [vegansExplore.com](https://vegansexplore.com/) to discover more ways to support the movement. From events and resources to partnerships and advocacy opportunities, there’s something for everyone passionate about creating a kinder, healthier world.
Let’s make a difference together! 🌱
Upcoming events
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- $35.00
Vegans Explore LIVE - Community Night
Xtreme Realty, 11386 W State Road 84, 11376, Davie, FL, USJoin us for an inspiring evening of compassion, connection, and community at Vegans Explore Live: Community Night. This special edition focuses on how to properly care for companion animals, the importance of fostering, and solutions to help reduce animal overpopulation.
⏰ Fri, October 24 | 6 p.m. – 9 p.m.
🎟️ $25 Early-bird (Ends on 10/19)
🎟️ $35 General Admission
📍 11386 W State Road 84, 11376
Davie, FL 33325## 🎟️ Guests will enjoy:
- A community mixer to connect with new people
- Food demo with Vegan bites and beverages
- A live panel discussion hosted by Florida Animal Rescue Alliance, recorded for an upcoming episode of the Vegans Explore Podcast.
- Music and giveaways
Tickets are limited and available for $25 early-bird and $35 the week of the event.
## Presented in partnership with Florida Animal Rescue Alliance
25% of proceeds from this event will be donated to Florida Animal Rescue Alliance to support their humane education and animal rescue programs.
Florida Animal Rescue Alliance is a nonprofit organization that promotes humane education, fosters empathy for animals, and empowers people to become heroes for all species.## Ways You Can Support
- Purchase a ticket for $25 and be part of history as we launch the first-ever Vegans Explore Live: Community Night.
- Share the event with friends, family, and local groups to help us sell out and raise funds for the Florida Animal Rescue Alliance.
- Become a sponsor to help cover event costs and support ongoing efforts to promote and uplift the South Florida Vegan community year-round.
1 attendee - $75.00
Hearts & Heroes: Be An Animal Hero Benefit
Savor Cinema Fort Lauderdale, 503 Southeast 6th Street, Fort Lauderdale, FL, USJoin us for an inspiring evening of film, food, art, and compassion. Together, we can create a world where every animal has a hero.
BeAnAnimalHero.org empowers all ages to protect animals through education, storytelling, and action. We prevent cruelty before it starts by fostering compassion in schools, libraries, foster group homes, and communities. Every ticket sold funds programs that inspire the next generation of animal heroes.📍 Savor Cinema, 503 SE 6th St, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
🕡 Thu, Dec 11 | 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM
🎟️ Tickets: $75 Adults | $45 Youth (16 and under)Purchase Tickets on Eventbrite
- Please RSVP on Meetup in addition to Eventbrite to confirm your attendance so that more people can register.
- Early RSVPs help us amplify marketing efforts leading to the event.
### Event Highlights
- Film Screening: The Heart Whisperer plus selected shorts
- Great Vegan Hero Sandwich Challenge: Sample creations and vote for your favorite
- Art with Heart Auction & Gallery: Bid on unique works that support life-saving education
- Costumes Optional: Come dressed as your favorite hero or animal
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### Why It Matters
Your ticket directly funds humane education programs:
- School presentations with costumed, plant-powered superheroes
- Five original animal rescue storybooks donated after each program
- Assemblies, library events, and foster home visits that inspire empathy and prevent cruelty
- Campaigns & activism that fight for wildlife protection and animal justice
- Eco-friendly plant-based fare samplings
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### Join the Hearts & Heroes Benefit
We invite local businesses to provide Vegan Hero sandwich bites for our fun Sandwich Blast-off tasting, and artists to donate works for our Art with Heart Auction.
Your contribution helps fund humane education programs that save and protect animals while giving your brand or artwork meaningful exposure.
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