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Abolitionist-Online

THE definitive vegan Web site. It has everything you could ever wish for in a vegan Web site - and more. Fantastic layout and design; awesome content; great ease of navigation. A four-star rating. Donate

Animal Concerns

"Animal Concerns is the online community for people concerned about the welfare and rights of animals.

As a project of the EnviroLink Network, it is maintained by EnviroLink volunteers around the world."

Animal Place

"Animal Place, founded in 1989, is a nonprofit sanctuary for abused and discarded farmed animals. Rescued individuals and indigenous wildlife share 60 acres of forest, meadow, pasture, hills and small lake." Donate Student Internship | Foster "Parent"

Animal Legal Defense Fund

"To protect the lives and advance the interests of animals through the legal system" Donate

Assist the ALDF every time you shop!

Animal Liberation Front (ALF)

ALF's Mission is "to effectively allocate resources (time and money) to end the "property" status of nonhuman animals." The objective of this Mission is "to abolish institutionalized animal exploitation because it assumes that animals are property." SVS does not advise using illegal or violent means to free animals.

Buffalo Field Campaign (BFC)

"To stop the slaughter of Yellowstone's wild buffalo herd, protect the natural habitat of wild free-roaming buffalo and native wildlife, and to work with people of all Nations to honor the sacredness of the wild buffalo." Boycott the Cattle and Beef Industry

Compassion Over Killing (COK)

"A non-profit animal advocacy organization based in Washington, D.C. Working to end animal abuse, COK focuses on cruelty to animals in agriculture and promotes vegetarian eating as a way to build a kinder world for all of us, both human and nonhuman." Support | Shop | TryVeg.com Action Center

Doris Day Animal League

"Doris Day Animal League is a nonprofit, national, citizens lobbying organization working to improve the humane treatment of animals. We work with the US Congress, government agencies, and state and local officials to pass laws and enforce existing laws that reduce the suffering of animals anywhere they are mistreated. Numerous states and cities have benefited from our assistance in drafting legislation, organizing support and actual lobbying." Join | Donate | Action Alert! Puppy Mills | Action Alert! Horse Protection

The Elephant Sanctuary in Tennessee

"The Elephant Sanctuary exists to provide a haven for old, sick or needy elephants in a setting of green pastures, old-growth forests, spring-fed ponds and a heated barn for cold winter nights. To provide education about the crisis facing these social, sensitive, passionately intense, playful, complex, exceedingly intelligent and endangered creatures." Join | Donate | Volunteer | Employment | Sponsor an Elephant

Farm Animal Reform Movement (FARM)

FARM is an internationally recognized non-profit organization based in Washington, DC, whose mission is to advocate a plant-based diet and the humane treatment of farmed animals through its numerous and varied programs and campaigns, most notable of which are the annual Great American Meatout held in March (among the general public) and FARM's annual sponsorship of the AR conferences held in different American cities each August (among animal rights activists).Donate | AR2006 | World Farm Animals Day

Farm Sanctuary

"Farm Sanctuary's mission encompasses not only the rescue and refuge of abused and neglected farm animals, but also numerous campaign, education, development, legal, and legislative efforts on behalf of farm animals." Join | Donate | Volunteer | Adopt-A-Turkey Project

Friends of Animals

"Friends of Animals is a non-profit, international animal advocacy organization, incorporated in the state of New York since 1957. Friends of Animals works to cultivate a respectful view of nonhuman animals, free-living and domestic. Our goal is to free animals from cruelty and institutionalized exploitation around the world." Join | Donate | Action Alert! Alaskan wolves

Greenpeace

"Greenpeace is the leading independent campaigning organization that uses direct peaceful action and creative communication to expose global environmental problems and to promote solutions that are essential to a green and peaceful future." Jobs | Donate | Action Alerts! Overkill, Industrial Fishing

GreenScare.org

According to the GreenScare Web site: The term Green Scare is derived from the so-called Red Scares from

1910-20 and from 1940-50, and now refers to the recent actions taken by the US government against the radical environmental movement, including the groups Earth Liberation Front (ELF) and the Animal Liberation Front (ALF). SVS does not advise using illegal or violent means to free animals.

Michael Greger, M.D.

An internationally recognized speaker on a wide variety of public- and personal-health topics, Michael Greger has lectured at numerous universities, medical schools, and conferences in recent years. Dr. Greger is also a founding member of the American College of Lifestyle Medicine, and the author of several books, including Heart Failure, Carbophobia!, and Bird Flu: A Virus of Our Own Hatching. Newsletter | Read Bird Flu online

The Humane Society of the United States (HSUS)

"The HSUS is dedicated to creating a world where our relationship with animals is guided by compassion. We seek a truly humane society in which animals are respected for their intrinsic value, and where the human-animal bond is strong." Join | Donate | Vegetarian BBQ Options for Summer

In Defense of Animals (IDA)

"In Defense of Animals is an international animal protection organization dedicated to ending the exploitation and abuse of animals by raising the status of animals beyond that of mere property, and by defending their rights, welfare and habitat. IDA's efforts include educational events, cruelty investigations, boycotts, grassroots activism, and hands-on rescue through our sanctuaries in Mississippi and Cameroon, Africa." Donate | Undercover TV | Action Center! | Guardians Magazine online | World Go Vegan Days

International Fund for Animal Welfare (IFAW)

Founded in the early 1970s by a group of concerned local citizens who opposed the commercial hunt for white-coat harp seals on the eastern coast of Canada, the IFAW currently employs more than 200 experienced campaigners, legal and political experts, and scientists based in 13 countries around the world. The IFAW is assisted by approximately 2 million contributors worldwide. IFAW's current Urgent Action requests

Massachusetts Animal Rights Coalition (MARC)

"MARC is a volunteer group that works to end suffering for all animals: "food animals," animals in laboratories and entertainment, companion animals, fur animals and other wildlife." Join | Donate

National Wildlife Federation (NWF)

NWF's Mission statement states, simply, "NWF inspires Americans to protect wildlife for our children's future." These days, as we all know, that is a much more ambitious statement than it may appear at first. NWF's site lists the animals that need the most attention, and suggests "activities" that ordinary folks, like you and me, can participate in to assist them. NWF then goes a step further, and asks us to do even more. Not bad a bad idea. Can you? Donate | Shop | Volunteer | Global Warming Tips

People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA)

"Founded in 1980, PETA is dedicated to establishing and protecting the rights of all animals. PETA operates under the simple principle that animals are not ours to eat, wear, experiment on, or use for entertainment." Join | Donate | Ways to Get Active in 5 Minutes or Less

Student Animal Rights Alliance (SARA)

"Student Animal Rights Alliance is an independent 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to youth mobilization, education, and leadership development to build a strong & diverse youth movement for animal protection." Support | Wish List

United Animal Nations (UAN)

"The mission of United Animal Nations is to protect animals in danger or in need and to focus global attention on their plight." Ways to Support UAN | EARS

VegVideo

"VegVideo is a television show that educates the public about the realities of factory farming and the alternative of a compassionate vegetarian diet. Airing documentaries, interviews and investigations, VegVideo shows the extent of mistreatment that occurs inside factory farms. Over 10 billion animals are killed for food every year in the U.S. and the stories of their suffering are seldom told." Contact

Animal Rights 2008

The Animal Rights 2008 National Conference will be held this year from August 14-18 at the Hilton Mark Center Hotel in Alexandria, Virginia. AR2008 is the world's largest animal rights conference, and includes 100 sessions with 90 speakers from 60 animal protection groups in 9 countries, cruelty-free shopping, networking receptions, and more! Registration is now open. Register Early for Amazing Discounts!

Great American Meatout

Held annually on March 20, the first day of spring, "Meatout is an international observance helping individuals evolve to a wholesome, nonviolent diet of fruits, vegetables, whole grains. The purpose is to expose the public to the joys and benefits of a plant-based diet, while promoting the availability and selection of meat and dairy alternatives in mainstream grocery stores, restaurants, and catering operations."

GARC - Grassroots Animal Rights Conference

"The Grassroots Animal Rights Conference (GARC) was held at the Holyrood Episcopal Church March 31 through April 3, 2005. 317 attendees, including 114 speakers and exhibitors, were present. Attendees came from 26 states, as well as from Ontario and Quebec." Volunteer

Walk for Farm Animals

The Walks are held around October 2 around the country in honor of World Farm Animals Day. Walks are generally 5k – 10k long (about 3 to 6 miles) and are often held in public parks. Walkers who raise over $100 receive exciting Farm Sanctuary prizes. This is a Farm Sanctuary event.

World Farm Animals Day

Observed each October 2, World Farm Animals Day "is a day dedicated to exposing, mourning, and memorializing the needless suffering and deaths of 50 billion innocent, feeling animals in factory farms and slaughterhouses. Observed in all 50 states and around the world, World Farm Animals Day has been organized since 1983 by FARM, a non-profit public interest organization based in Washington, DC."

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Circle of Compassion

Free presentations for 6-12 grades, college students, and adult audiences. "Circle of Compassion is a humane education program which invites individuals to explore their deepest beliefs about themselves, others, and the planet as they develop practical strategies to put their principles into action."

Free Presentation Requests

Greyhounds in the Classroom

Bringing Greyhounds into Classrooms Nationwide. "Our mission is to spread the word about greyhounds through educational outreach, paid advertisements, special events and informational exhibits. We want to share with everyone all that we know about the history and the lives of greyhounds, from their origins as royal companions to their subjugation today in kennels and racetracks nationwide." This is a GREY2K USA campaign. Contact

TeachKind

"TeachKind's mission is to provide the educator, with free high-quality lesson plans and materials that will help your students develop critical-thinking skills, empathy, compassion, and civic responsibility while empowering them to take compassionate action for animals in their own communities. We also help educators and schools implement healthy and humane educational policies that benefit students, educators, and animals." Promote humane education!

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FactoryFarming.com

"Factory farming is an attitude that regards animals and the natural world merely as commodities to be exploited for profit. In animal agriculture, this attitude has led to institutionalized animal cruelty, massive environmental destruction and resource depletion, and animal and human health risks." This is a

Farm Sanctuary campaign.

Humane Farming Association (HFA)

Campaigns include hog and chicken farms, the USDA chicken killing, slaughterhouse abuse, HFA's National Veal Boycott, "eggribusiness" (egg production), and the dairy industry. HFA also promotes humane education for children ages 3 to 6 with their HFA Coloring and Activity Book and for children ages 5 to 14 with their Story and Activity Book. Join/Support | Videos

NoDowners.org

"Many segments of the meat industry deal in "downers" because they can still sell them for human consumption. Profit, not humane considerations, guides industry practice and downed animals suffer gross negligence and abuse at livestock facilities across the country." This is a Farm Sanctuary campaign.

Action Alert! Urge USDA to Uphold Downer Ban

World Farm Animals Day

"World Farm Animals Day is a day dedicated to exposing, mourning, and memorializing the needless suffering and deaths of 50 billion innocent, feeling animals in factory farms and slaughterhouses. Observed in all 50 states and around the world, World Farm Animals Day has been organized since 1983 by FARM, a non-profit public interest organization based in Washington, DC. The date, October 2nd, honors the birthday of Mahatma Gandhi, one of the foremost champions of humane, sustainable farming."

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Vegan-Organic Trust - UK

"Vegan-organics is any system of cultivation that avoids artificial chemicals and sprays, livestock manures and animal remains from slaughter houses. Alternatively, fertility is maintained by vegetable compost, green manures, crop rotation, mulches, and any other method that is sustainable, ecologically viable and not dependent upon animal exploitation. This will ensure long term fertility, and wholesome food for this and future generations." About | Support

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FishingHurts.com

"While it may seem obvious that fish are able to feel pain, like every other animal, some people still think of fish as swimming vegetables. In fact, regarding the ability to feel pain, fish are equal to dogs, cats, and all other animals." A PETA campaign. Join | Donate

Sea Shepherd Conservation Society

"Sea Shepherd's mission is to conserve and protect the world's marine wilderness eco- systems and marine wildlife species." Join | Donate | Action Alert! Stop Canadian Seal Slaughter

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Boston Vegan Association (BVA)

Founded by Eric Prescott, BVA is the first Boston vegan organization to use the word vegan in its title, a reflection of the changing status and feel of the vegetarian/vegan lifestyle in the new millennium in Boston, and in the rest of the world. BVA's primary Mission is to "bring together and support local vegans and to empower them to effectively expand veganism throughout the Boston area." Prescott and the BVA are now well on their way toward achieving this awesome goal, with an awesome website, regular press coverage from the Bostonist Veggiest, and super vegan events scheduled at Boston's trendiest, hippest restaurants.

Boston Vegetarian Society (BVS)

"The Boston Vegetarian Society seeks to make a better world for people, animals, and the earth through advancing a healthful vegetarian diet and a compassionate ethic. We provide education, encouragement, and community support for vegetarians and for anyone wishing to learn more about a healthy, environmentally friendly and humane way of life." Join | Donate | Volunteer for the BVFF

CEASE - Citizens to End Animal Suffering & Exploitation

Based in Somerville, Mass., CEASE focuses primarily on fur, animals in entertainment and factory farming issues. CEASE fur posters are familiar and welcome reminders on the Boston MBTA. Support CEASE

Maple Farm Sanctuary

Mendon, Mass: "Maple Farm Sanctuary is a farm animal sanctuary providing lifelong homes for abused, abandoned and unwanted farmed animals while promoting veganism and respect for all life through public information." Donate | Contact

Mass Action for Animals (MAfA)

"MAfA is a core group of dedicated and committed professionals whose collaborative efforts unite their collective knowledge, experiences, talents, motivation, resources and skills - allowing us to approach animal issues in a brand new way." Join | Take Action

Massachusetts Animal Rights Coalition (MARC)

"MARC is a volunteer group that works to end suffering for all animals: "food animals," animals in laboratories and entertainment, companion animals, fur animals and other wildlife." Join | Donate

New England Anti-Vivisection Society (NEAVS)

"Founded in 1895, NEAVS works to expose and replace animal experiments in laboratories and classrooms with ethically and scientifically responsible modern research methods and to protect human beings who may be subjected to such experiments." Contribute | Project R&R: Release & Restitution for Chimpanzees

The Peace Abbey

Sherborn, Mass: "The Peace Abbey is dedicated to creating innovative models for society that empower individuals on the paths of nonviolence, peacemaking, and cruelty-free living. We offer a variety of programs and resources that teach, inspire and encourage one to speak out and act on issues of peace and social justice. Faith in action is the cornerstone of our fellowship and activist pacifism is our creed." Support

Greater Boston Vegetarian Resource Center

VEGANboston.com

Internet presence for vegans in Boston. Where to eat & where to shop vegan. Links for vegan resources. Includes weekly vegan blog on home page. Veganism made neat and simple for Bostonians.

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Adopt-A-Turkey Project

"In 1986, Farm Sanctuary began its annual Adopt-A-Turkey Project. This unique effort has saved thousands of turkeys from the slaughterhouse, and encouraged millions of people to be kind to animals." This is a Farm Sanctuary campaign. Adopt a Turkey

KentuckyFriedCruelty.com

People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) is asking KFC restaurants to stop chicken "processing" procedures that PETA believes are unusually cruel and unethical, including practices of live scalding, life-long crippling, and painful debeaking. PETA's undercover investigations at KFC factories have filmed instances of what PETA calls "hideous abuse and suffering." Get Active!

Poultry.org

"Of the nine billion farm animals born in the U.S. annually, the vast majority are birds. American consumers have doubled their consumption of chickens and turkeys over the past two decades, and this pattern is expected to continue, elevating the number of farm animals raised in the U.S. to unprecedented levels." This is a Farm Sanctuary campaign. Join | Donate

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Action Line

One of the most attractive, sophisticated, and up-to-date vegan and animal rights print publications produced by a non-profit that we've come across. Probably highly overlooked, Action Line is a must for animal rights activists and cutting-edge vegans. One of the top vegan sources in print today: thoughtful & intelligent.

Animal People

"Animal People is the leading independent newspaper providing original investigative coverage of animal protection worldwide. Founded in 1992, Animal People has no alignment or affiliation with any other entity."

Animal Times

People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA)'s print magazine for members, Animal Times has recently (2006) undergone a dramatic facelift. And the resulting publication, while not exactly sophisticated, is appearing somewhat more adult and attractive, while still including ample content for younger members. Although the print publication is arriving on time and looking great, for some odd reason the only Web reference to the magazine has not been updated since Winter 2005. Please request an update from PETA.

Guardians Magazine

"Guardians is the new print magazine for In Defense of Animals (IDA). A full-color quarterly, Guardians provides profiles and features on prominent people who are making a difference in the world of animal rights, vegan recipes, information about animals, and tips on how to care for them, and ways that you can help.

Satya

According to Satya's mission: "Satya Magazine is a monthly publication focusing on vegetarianism, environmentalism, animal advocacy, and social justice. In Sanskrit, "satya" means "truth," and formed the basis of Mohandas Gandhi's Satyagraha or "truth action" movement for Indian self-sufficiency."

VegNews Magazine

THE for-profit magazine for all things vegan. VegNews is the Town & Country of vegan magazines. Not only do they set the mark, they set the mark for others, with their own annual Veggie Awards - the ultimate in name recognition, along with PETA's annual Proggy (Progressive) Awards. In fact, perhaps VegNews deserves a Proggy, if they don't already have one. Give a Gift

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Baltimore Animal Rights Coalition (BARC)

Part of multi-city campaign, initiated by Compassionate Consumers of upstate New York, BARC's Mission is that of a "animal liberation organization" based in Baltimore. Some of their current focus includes: battery cages, Huntingdon Life Sciences product testing laboratories, factory farming. Wegman's Cruelty | Donate

Northern Connecticut Vegetarian Society (NCVS)

NCVS is a "volunteer organization" that provides membership to anyone interested in "a cruelty-free, healthy lifestyle." Located in South Windsor, the group meets monthly for vegan potlucks. Animal Rescue

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Christian Vegetarian Association (CVA)

The CVA's Mission is "to support and encourage Christian vegetarians around the world; to share with non-vegetarian Christians how a vegetarian diet can be a powerful and faith-strengthening witness to Christ's love, compassion, and peace; and to show the world that plant-based diets represent good, responsible Christian stewardship for all God's creation." Free Membership | Shop | Volunteer

GoVeg.com

In-depth articles about animal rights, vegan nutrition, the environment and political issues that concern animals. GoVeg also introduces us to various animals, including chickens, cows, fish, pigs, duck, geese and others on their informative "Meet the Animals" pages. There are also "Get Active" links, vegan recipes, a famous vegetarians section, book and Web site links and literature and vegetarian merchandise for sale. You can also view PETA's "Meet Your Meat" video here. A great, all-inclusive site for those thinking about vegetarianism or veganism and about how to show compassion for all animals. Sponsored by PETA.

Request a Vegetarian Starter Kit for friends or family members | Donate | Use Your Connections

Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine (PCRM)

"Doctors and laypersons working together for compassionate and effective medical practice, research, and health promotion." Join | Donate | Volunteer

Triangle Vegetarian Society

Serving the Raleigh-Durham-Chapel Hill metro area in North Carolina, TVS provides an open community among all vegetarians/vegans in the "Triangle." TVS features a restaurant review group and monthly potlucks. Of special interest is an informative Links page on their Web site.

Vegan.com

Web site of vegan author, Erik Marcus (Meat Market, Brio, 2005), recent guest speaker in Salem. Includes Vegan.com Bestseller List and Erik's Diner. Purchase Meat Market

Vegan Action

"Vegan Action is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization dedicated to helping animals, the environment, and human health by educating the public about the benefits of a vegan lifestyle and encouraging the spread of vegan food options through our public outreach campaigns." Join | Support | Shop

VeganEssentials

Online vegan shopping. Formed in 1997, VeganEssentials is "ever expanding, with new products and features being added on a weekly basis to serve you all to the best we possibly can."

Vegan Outreach

"A non-profit organization, Vegan Outreach is dedicated to reducing animal suffering by promoting a vegan lifestyle." Support | Donate

Vegan Unlimited

"Cruelty-free products for everyday living. At Vegan Unlimited our goal is to provide you with all of the cruelty-free products you need for everyday living. We offer a great selection of non-leather goods, cosmetics, delicious snacks and foods, supplies for companion animals, and much more to make vegan living not only possible but convenient."

Vegetable Expert

An informative and useful site from the UK for all things vegetable. Ever wonder about nightshades? Or the difference between 'allium' and 'brassica' vegetables? There are also extensive sections on Planting and Care, When and How to Harvest, and Cooking. Perfect for the cook and the gardener alike. Contact

Veg for Life

"Every day, more and more people are going vegetarian. The Veg for Life website is a comprehensive information and networking site, filled with hundreds of resources, recipes and tips to help you on your veg journey." This is a Farm Sanctuary campaign. Join | Donate

Vegetarian Resource Group (VRG)

"The Vegetarian Resource Group (VRG) is a non-profit organization dedicated to educating the public on vegetarianism and the interrelated issues of health, nutrition, ecology, ethics, and world hunger. In addition to publishing the Vegetarian Journal, VRG produces and sells cookbooks, other books, pamphlets, and article reprints." Donate

The Vegan Society - UK

The original "vegan society," founded in London in 1944, as a way to promote a diet completely free of animal products, including dairy, eggs, cheese, honey. At that time, vegans were referred to as "non-dairy vegetarians." Today, The Vegan Society is still performing its same basic Mission: to promote veganism as a way of life. Since VS-UK's founding, the world has witnessed the rise of industrial factory farming, and an exponential rise in human population, from approximately 1.5 billion to approximately 7 billion. Support

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GreenFriends.com

"Where vegetarian friends and singles feel at home. GreenFriends.com is an exclusive online community for singles and friends who care about making a difference. It's the largest site in the world for progressive singles and friends interested in vegetarianism, environmental protection, peace, animal rights."

Free Sign Up

VeggieConnection.com

"Voted the 'Top spot to find a veggie mate' by VegNews Magazine in their 2005 VegNews Awards. Search for free, list yourself, daily 'Featured Members.' Services include dating, friendships and pen-pals.

VeggieLove.com

Online singles community owned and operated by vegetarians. Vegans, vegetarians, raw foodists, and others can register, login, and connect with others in their area. Member search is free. Upload your profile and photo, and get ready for some vegan Veggie Love.

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Environment Massachusetts

Formed in March 2007, EM is the result of the Massachusetts Public Interest Research Group or MASSPIRG's desire to better address environmental issues for the citizens of Massachusetts. Currently, MASSPIRG continues to address issues such as health care, identity theft, government waste and other consumer issues - while EM advocates for a cleaner, healthier environment in Massachusetts. EM's focus includes: renewable energy, global warming, Massachusetts public space, The Massachusetts Oceans Act, clean air, expanding recycling, and environmental personal health issues. Jobs | How You Can Help

Equal Exchange

"Equal Exchange was founded in 1986 to create a new approach to trade, one that engages consumers and builds honest and Fair Trade relationships through cooperative principles. As a worker-owned Fair Trade Organization, we build long-term trade relationships, connecting consumers with small-scale farmers and their families around the world through quality foods." Products

Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC)

"Our mission is to safeguard the earth: its people, its plants and animals, and the natural systems on which all life depends. By fighting in court, working through Congress, and mobilizing millions of people worldwide, NRDC has stopped powerful corporate interests from destroying our clean air and water, public lands and wildlife habitats." Donate | Yellowstone/Greater Rockies Action Alert!

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CottonfieldUSA

"By supporting organic farming and educating people about the importance of choosing organic products, we are working to build a world where continuous education and growth are valued and honored, responsible environmental action is pursued and people work together to form a strong, healthy global community. This is our dream and, with the help and support of our customers, we are moving closer to achieving it every day."

Crocs

Founded in Boulder, Colorado, in 2003, Crocs were originally intended to be a "boating/outdoor" shoe, according to the company's history page. However, when the shoes rapidly gained popularity as an "all-purpose" shoe, the company recognized their phenomenal appeal, and quickly responded. Lightweight design, airiness, and extreme comfort are Crocs selling points - and the selection keeps on growing.

faunafree.com

From leather-free belts and shoes for men to cruelty-free makeup and handbags for women, faunafree.com is a site that's "safe for all animals - including humans." Other products include books, DVDs and music; home furnishings; gift ideas; pets; and a bargain bin.

Fitness Fudge

Founded in Boston in 2003, the mission of Fitness Fudge is "to provide great tasting, all natural energy foods to those who are dedicated to living a healthy and fit lifestyle." Being fit is desirable, but we'll take the fudge. Fitness Fudge began humbly with one fudge variety, sweetened with honey, and has recently added a second "low carb" vegan version, sweetened with rice syrup. There are also FF T-shirts and coffee mugs. Their vegan fudge is available at Sophie's Sweet Shop, 230 Essex Street in Salem, and online.

Food Fight! Vegan Grocery

FF staff members, Emiko and Chad, write on their Web site: "We're trying our best at this online sales thing, so give us a break." Okay, they've got a break. Among a currently elite 'society' of online (not to mention bricks-and-mortar) vegan stores, Food Fight! has what it takes to succeed: What every vegan, and every body, needs. Two thumbs up. xoxo

Helen E Riegle - HER Design

According to Riegle, "eco- and animal-friendly matters," although she does offer a line of silk handbags (silk is produced by animals). HER Design offers a wide variety of light, feminine handbags in soft pinks, teals and pastel yellows. Materials include "animal-friendly Ultrasuede" (though the site does not explain what this material is produced from), organic cotton, hemp canvas, and silk. Shop in Massachusetts | 2% Pledge

Hippie Chick Bakery

Shop and order online at this organic bakery founded by Amy Mastronardi and Carl Neunaber, located in Amesbury, Mass., here on the North Shore. Items marked "V" are available as vegan selections. Order early for Thanksgiving and Christmas. Wedding cakes made to order. 978.388.6644. Shop Online!

KatrinaBisanti

One of the area's only "vegan" caterers. You'll want Katrina to host your next celebration. A certified Natural Foods Chef, trained at the Natural Gourmet Cookery School in NYC, Katrina offers "personal chef" services (creating a vegan or vegetarian gourmet dining experience in your home), vegan and vegetarian catering, personal cooking classes, as well as a tempting variety of vegan desserts that you can order online.

Little Otsu Publishing

Founded in San Francisco in 2002, Otsu is a vegan online and storefront retailer specializing in unique T-shirts, shoes, handbags, and accessories. Otsu is also a small publishing company that produces weekly and monthly planners, datebooks, address books, and blank journals that combine artistry and functionality. Otsu means strange, quaint, stylish in Japanese. Shop online!

MooShoes, Inc.

Vegan-owned, offering an assortment of cruelty-free footwear, bags, t-shirts, wallets, books and other accessories. Shop online or visit their NYC shop. Other vegan products offered include T-shirts and sweatshirts, wallets, cosmetics, winterwear and jackets, books and DVDs, and more!

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Natural Nirvana

Online store for vegan/vegetarian, spiritual and alternative products. This site sells only animal-free and cruelty-free. Offers a wide range of products. Categories inlcude: Ayurvedic Herbal Supplements; Bags, Belts, Hats & Wallets; Books; Clothing & Bedspreads; Videos & DVDs; Vegan & Raw Foods; Outdoor & Pet Products; Vegan Cosmetics and more!!

Pangea Vegan Products

Started in 1995, Pangea was the first company to offer a vegan product line in Bethesa, Maryland, and soon expanded its product line via its popular Web site. According to Pangea staff: "We strive to bring convenience and ease to the vegan lifestyle by offering cruelty-free essentials and hard-to-find alternatives to animal-based products. Tired of reading labels or researching ingredients? We've done the work for you - so shop confidently and enjoy!"

PETACatalog

All things PETA, vegan and animal rights related, including a great selection of animal rights books, literature and videos. Join or browse the "Gift Registry" for giving and receiving for Christmas, birthday, and year-round giving. The Vegan Hoodie pullover sweatshirt and the "V" is For Vegan pin are must-haves. Wish List

Purrfectplay.com

A "cottage industry" based in the heartland of Indiana, Purrfectplay bills itself as "pet-centric and eco-friendly." Purrfectplay uses only organic, chemical-free, and fair-trade materials for its cat and dog toys, collars and bedding. Request Purrfectplay's unique gift wrap service: wrapping materials are "earth-friendly" and recycled. Why organic?

SoyCoffee.com

"Committed to providing the highest quality products, latest information & research for your optimal well being. To support America's organic soybean farmers, whose contribution made products like this possible." Order online

Vegan Unlimited

"Cruelty-free products for everyday living. At Vegan Unlimited our goal is to provide you with all of the cruelty-free products you need for everyday living. We offer a great selection of non-leather goods, cosmetics, delicious snacks and foods, supplies for companion animals, and much more to make vegan living not only possible but convenient."

VeganEssentials

Online vegan shopping. Formed in 1997, VeganEssentials is "ever expanding, with new products and features being added on a weekly basis to serve you all to the best we possibly can."

VillageOrganics.com

Bringing together natural and organic products into one unique organic online "village," whereby items are sold and shipped by the merchants represented on the site. All food and beverage products are USDA certified "organic" and vegetarian. What does 'certified' organic mean?

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Crunchy Granola Baby

Located on Washington Street in downtown Salem, Mass., CGB is quickly changing the look and feel of this traditionally, well, traditional section of Salem. With its welcoming "Baby-friendly pit stop" sign out front, and plenty of organic fabrics arranged in the windows, CGB is now winning hearts and minds here. The store's products are more global feeling than local, although there are local artisans and crafter represented as well. CGB also offers weekly classes and workshops in birth, breastfeeding, newborn care, parenting, and more!

KidBean.com

Online vegan kids' superstore. Shop for a wide variety of merchandise: from bath & body to vegan cleaning supplies, to diapers & accessories and organic fabrics. There are also great "Gifts for Under $25" and "Vegan Children's Shoes" sections - not to mention Gift Baskets and Set for shower and wedding gifts. All products are 100% vegan and "made from materials that support sustainable living."

Pure Beginnings

100% organic clothing, bedding, and accessories for newborns, infants and toddlers. Pure Beginnings selects fabrics for the overall health of the child and the environment. Exclusive babēcology skincare collection made with natural essential oils. For parents who have realized the natural lifestyle.

The Population Institute

An international, educational, non-profit organization based in Washington, DC, that seeks to reduce excessive population growth. The PI's Mission is "to provide essential leadership to increase awareness of the social, economic, and environmental consequences of rapid population growth." Join | Donate