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. …