What we’re about
Welcome to the MN Animal Rights/Vegan Meetup (previously named ‘Minneapolis Vegan Meetup’) sponsored by the Animal Rights Coalition (ARC)!
ARC is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that works to end the suffering, abuse, and exploitation of non-human animals through information, education, and advocacy. This group was created to bring together the Minneapolis plant-based community and the animal rights community. We engage in both advocacy and social events to educate others about animal rights and veganism. Join us to advocate for animals at a peaceful protest, community outreach, leafleting, or Cuddle Coats Prep Session. Stop by our monthly volunteer meeting & potluck, dine outs, pop-ups or movie screenings to meet other vegans and like-minded people. All are welcome to attend ARC events! You do not need to be vegan or vegetarian or have previous experience advocating for animals. We hope to see you at an event soon!
Visit ARC’s official website.
For more volunteer opportunities, visit ARC’s Volunteer Network & sign up for our monthly volunteer email.
Programs of ARC:
- Vegan University: ARC’s program designed to help you go – and stay – vegan in a way that works for you! Vegan University offers free online Nutrition, Meal Planning, Eating Vegan on a Budget, and Help! I’m Going Vegan workshops, a free Vegan Mentor program, vegan grocery shopping tours, and local plant-based cooking classes. We’re here to help you get across that finish line in your transition to a plant-based diet!
- VegKins: VegKins is ARC’s social networking program for families raising vegan children. This program offers the opportunity to come together to exchange ideas and information with other parents and build a community of parents raising compassionate kids.
- Ethique Nouveau: ARC’s dual office space and vegan store, Ethique Nouveau, located in Minneapolis. Monthly volunteer meetings, Cuddle Coats Prep Sessions, movie screenings, and pop-ups are all held here!
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- VegKins Monthly PotluckHostess home, White Bear Lake, MN
Raising compassionate kids in Minnesota?
Join us for a potluck!
All ages are welcome—from toddlers to teens!Please bring a vegan dish to share (enough for 15–20 people), or contribute $10 per person for food.
This event is hosted by VegKins, a one-of-a-kind social network for families raising vegan children. We offer fun, supportive gatherings like potlucks, parent nights out, park days, teen meetups, and holiday celebrations—all built on a foundation of compassion and community.
We can’t wait to see you there!
Hostess Sarabeth's home:
5881 Pintail Lane
White Bear LakeConnect with the VegKins Parenting Discussion Forum on FB:
VegKins - Vegan Parenting Discussion Forum | Facebook - Dine Out at Lucky DragonLucky Dragon, Minneapolis, MN
Join Nick, one of the Animal Rights Coalition Dine Out hosts, for dinner at Lucky Dragon! This is a great opportunity to meet like-minded folks and have a delicious meal while supporting restaurants with awesome vegan options.
Everyone is welcome! You do not need to be vegan to attend.
Check out their menu (some things they offer are not shown on the menu I found online such as the fried tofu which is a big hit)- many things can be made vegan including their cream cheese wontons! Other favorites are the General Tso's Tofu. Lucky Dragon Near Me - Pickup and Delivery
Parking: Street Parking is available. There is also a paid lot at 1819 Riverside Ave Lot.
RSVP Agreement:
Please make sure to keep your RSVP up to date and arrive on time. These dine outs often fill up fast with people added to the wait list. Please be fair to them so that they have a chance to see if they are able to attend. This is also important so that we can give restaurants an accurate number as they are often busy and holding spots for us which could have gone to other customers.
I will send a reminder to everyone 3 days before the dine out. Canceling within 24 hours of the dine out time or not showing up will both count as a strike (unless you were on the wait list and were added because someone dropped out within 24 hours). If you get 3 strikes in a year you won't be able to attend future dine outs. - Vegan Meal Planning - ZOOMNeeds location
Are you vegan and having a hard time composing complete and healthy meals? Or maybe you’re interested in eating plant-based but have no idea where to start?
If so, join experienced vegan meal planners, Amy and Steve, for an in-depth workshop on what it means to be vegan, how to stock your kitchen, easy recipes and meal ideas, tips and tricks, and more! Learn how to plan ahead, avoid food waste, eat healthier, and incorporate new foods into your meals.
All are welcome! You do not need to be vegan or vegetarian to attend ARC events.
Join Zoom Meeting:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83866906505 - Volunteer Day at Farmaste Animal SanctuaryFarmaste Animal Sanctuary, Lindstrom, MN
𝗦𝗜𝗚𝗡 𝗨𝗣 𝗧𝗢 𝗩𝗢𝗟𝗨𝗡𝗧𝗘𝗘𝗥:
https://dash.pointapp.org/events/378736Join ARC for a rewarding volunteer day at Farmaste Animal Sanctuary! We’ll be cleaning barns and helping with other essential chores to support the animals. After we wrap up, there may even be time to meet some of the sanctuary residents!
🔟 Only 10 spots are available—sign up on POINT today to reserve yours!
📌 Important: All participants must complete Farmaste’s waiver, linked in the POINT event description.
❗Please only RSVP if you're certain you can attend, so you don’t take a spot from someone else. If your plans change, update your RSVP on POINT ASAP so someone else can join.
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https://dash.pointapp.org/events/378736📩 Questions? Email Kelsey@animalrightscoalition.com.
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