The early bird gets the iced coffee! ☕️🌿 Rise Brewing Co. has generously donated a few cases of their delicious cold brew for Rochester VegFest. Be one of the first 96 attendees on August 24th at Parcel 5, and snag a free iced coffee to kickstart your VegFest experience!
We’re thrilled to acknowledge the amazing brands and organizations that have generously donated to the Rochester VegFest 2024 raffle. Their contributions not only add excitement to our event but also help us keep VegFest free and accessible to all. You can get your raffle ticket at the event on August 24th at Parcel 5 for a suggested $3+ donation. Here’s a little bit about each donor and what they’ve contributed to make our raffle truly special:
Abundance Food Co-op
Abundance Food Co-op, Rochester’s only food cooperative, has graciously donated a $200 gift card. Located in the South Wedge, Abundance is dedicated to offering local, organic, and sustainable products that benefit both people and the planet. This gift card is a perfect way to explore their wide range of healthy, delicious groceries and support a community-focused business.
Trader Joe’s
Trader Joe’s has contributed a bag of their plant-based snacks to our raffle, giving you the chance to enjoy a variety of tasty treats. Known for their unique selection and friendly atmosphere, Trader Joe’s is a favorite among those who love discovering new and interesting foods. This snack bag is sure to delight any lucky winner!
Marilla’s Mindful Supplies
Marilla’s Mindful Supplies has donated a beautiful basket of sustainable home essentials. This local shop is committed to providing eco-friendly products that help reduce waste and promote a more mindful lifestyle. From reusable kitchen items to all-natural cleaning products, this basket is filled with practical and thoughtful items that align with Marilla’s mission of sustainability.
Mockingbird Farm Sanctuary
Mockingbird Farm Sanctuary has generously donated a basket of goodies for our raffle. This wonderful organization provides a safe haven for rescued farm animals and advocates for a cruelty-free lifestyle. Their donation is a reflection of their dedication to compassion and kindness, both for animals and for our community.
Sweet Pea Plant-Based Kitchen
Sweet Pea Plant-Based Kitchen has contributed a $100 gift card, offering the winner a chance to enjoy their deliciously nutritious whole food plant-based meals. Sweet Pea is all about making healthy eating easy and accessible, with a menu full of flavorful, plant-powered dishes. This gift card is a fantastic way to discover new favorites.
Wegmans
Wegmans has donated a $200 gift card, perfect for stocking up on groceries, home goods, or anything else you might need. As one of the region’s most beloved grocery stores, Wegmans is known for its commitment to quality, customer service, and community support. With a growing lineup of plant-based offerings, this generous gift card is a great way to explore new products that fit your lifestyle.
For those attending Rochester VegFest on Saturday, August 24, 2024, at Parcel 5, please refer to the parking information below to help you plan your visit:
1. Midtown Garage:
Entrances: Enter from Clinton Avenue or Broad Street.
Fee: $2 per hour, or $10 for the day (Visa/Mastercard only).
Atlas Street Exit: We recommend using this exit, as it comes up directly at the festival location. Look for it on Levels A, B, or C.
Handicap Parking: Available near the Atlas Street exit:
Level A: 3 spots in area A20 by the Atlas elevator door.
Level B: 2 spots in area B20 by the Atlas elevator door.
Clearance: Maximum vehicle height is 6 feet.
Security: On-site security will be present.
2. Free Street Parking:
Available nearby but may involve a longer walk to the festival.
3. Loading/Unloading:
Parking around Parcel 5 is restricted to loading and unloading only.
We’re excited to welcome Envision Positive to Rochester VegFest 2024! 🌿💛 This woman-owned business offers a beautiful selection of handcrafted items that embody the vegan message of kindness and compassion.
Visit their booth to explore unique vegan-themed crafts like jewelry, t-shirts, home decor, buttons, and more. Each piece is made in a vegan and eco-friendly home, with a portion of profits supporting vegan advocacy organizations.
Check out Envision Positive on August 24th at Parcel 5 and take home something meaningful.
We’re excited to welcome Vuture Food to Rochester VegFest 2024! 🌿🍔 This traveling vegan food pop-up is bringing their fresh and flavorful dishes to the festival, including their famous chik’n sandwiches and loaded fries.
Be sure to visit them on August 24th at Parcel 5 for some delicious plant-based comfort food.
Welcome Panacheeza to Rochester VegFest 2024! 🌿🧀 This innovative vendor offers a grated parmesan-style plant-based cheese that melts and tastes like the real thing. Made with just five simple ingredients, Panacheeza is perfect for adding a burst of flavor to your favorite vegan dishes.
Visit their booth on August 24th at Parcel 5 to try this delicious and nutritious parmesan alternative!
We’re excited to introduce Grass Fed as a vendor at Rochester VegFest 2024! 🌿🥪 Located on Monroe Ave, Grass Fed is a vegan butcher shop specializing in delicious, small-batch, handcrafted vegan meats made from quality plant-based ingredients.
Grass Fed is dedicated to making it easy for you to enjoy the meals you love with cruelty-free products that you can feel good about eating. If you haven’t enjoyed their sandwiches yet, be sure to give them a try at VegFest on August 24th at Parcel 5!
1st Annual Plant-Forward Achievement Awards and Anniversary Gala
Date: Sunday, August 25, 2024 Time: 6 PM – 9 PM Location: Fairport Brewing Company, 1044 University Ave., Rochester, NY Tickets: $50, GET YOURS HERE
This elegant gala will honor outstanding individuals and organizations in the plant-forward movement. The evening will feature delicious plant-based cuisine, inspiring speeches, and unforgettable moments. General admission is $50, and tickets are available on Eventbrite.
Honoring Gwenna Hunter
One of the key highlights will be honoring Gwenna Hunter with the 2024 Plant-Forward Innovator Award. As the founder of Vegans of Los Angeles and the city’s first Vegan Food Bank, Gwenna has made a profound impact on the plant-based community. Her journey into veganism began with a transformative awakening in 2016, leading her to advocate passionately for animal rights and plant-based living.
Additional Honorees
Other notable honorees include:
PBD Grey: Renowned rapper and plant-based advocate.
Farma Cares: Nonprofit dedicated to promoting plant-based nutrition.
Lori’s Natural Foods Center: A community staple for natural and plant-based products.
B+ Healthy Food Market: Provider of healthy, plant-based options.
Marilla’s Mindful Supplies: Recipient of the 2024 Plant-Forward for the Environment Award.
About Save Rochester and BBDPPE
Save Rochester is committed to bridging the gap between disconnected communities by providing comprehensive initiatives that serve families in need. Their vision is to eliminate childhood poverty and social inequity through collaborative community building.
Black, Brown, and Diverse Plant-Based People for Equity Inc. (BBDPPE) focuses on providing health and wellness education to underprivileged and underserved minority communities. Their mission is to create equitable life circumstances through plant-based food, education, and support.
Support and Celebrate!
We encourage everyone to support this special event and honor the achievements of these remarkable individuals and organizations. Join us for an evening of celebration and inspiration, and help support the mission of Save Rochester and BBDPPE in creating a more equitable and compassionate world. Don’t miss out on this incredible event!
We’re delighted to welcome Hollycake House as a Bronze Sponsor and Vendor for Rochester VegFest 2024! 🧁🌿 This local gem offers a wide variety of vegan baked goods, breakfasts, and more.
Located in East Rochester, Hollycake House is known for their amazing custom cakes and mouth-watering vegan comfort food, including sandwiches, cookies, muffins, cupcakes, scones, and brownies. Don’t miss them on August 24th at Parcel 5.
Thank you, Hollycake House, for your generous support!
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