VegFund is an international organization dedicated to providing assistance to vegan advocates around the world. They hope to promote a vegan lifestyle, with no animal products or exploitation, to all people on Earth.
Community Event Grants fund the most important work of promoting a plant-based lifestyle. Sponsored events are generally single day or no more than a week long.
Applications are accepted on a continual basis and the review process typically takes a month. Applicants outside the United States should expect their review time to be longer due to U.S. Treasury Office of Foreign Assets Control requirements.
Eligibility
Applicant
This grant is open to applicants from anywhere in the world who are:
- Nonprofit organizations
- Individuals 18 years of age or older
- Vegan or partnering with a vegan/vegan organization
Project
All projects must be:
- Focused on promoting or educating on a vegan/plant-based lifestyle
- Vegan with no animal exploitation in any aspect of the project
- Open to the public
Grant Types
Food Sampling
Offering food samples is one of the best ways to expose non-vegans to a plant-based diet. VegFund has many helpful resources to help with planning a successful event providing a taste of alternatives to animal products.
Paid-Per-View
PPV events feature short but impactful videos about animal agriculture. Recommended videos as well as other resources are available.
Film Screening
Longer documentaries can make an even greater impression on the viewer. Grant funds may be used to pay licensing fees and rent a venue for the screening.
Festivals and Fairs
Vegfests are growing in popularity around the world. Check out VegFunds resources for tips and ideas for attracting non-vegans.
Learning Events
Conferences and classes can provide an opportunity for learning even more about the benefits of a vegan lifestyle. Applications for longer events should be submitted through the Special Events Grant.
Evaluation
When assessing applications, reviewers will ask:
- Is there a well developed plan already in place?
- Is there a full budget?
- Is there a specific timeline?
- Is there a team in place to carry out the project?
- Is there a well-defined, non-vegan target audience?
- Does the project convey a powerful message on the benefits of a vegan lifestyle?
- Are there well defined goals and a plan for evaluating success?