Dear Plant Powered Community,

We're two years old! In March 2019, we launched Plant Powered Metro New York with plans to grow a passionate and diverse movement for health through whole food, plant-based (WFPB) nutrition. 

We could never have guessed that our second year would be so different from our first. With a global pandemic, everything changed, and yet our mission has stayed true: Empower our local communities to prevent and overcome chronic illness -- the very diseases that have made COVID-19's impact throughout the world so tragic -- with practical education and tools for life-giving dietary change. 

Who knew that we would be touching thousands of people each year?

We invite you to celebrate these first two years with us by making a donation! Anyone who donates $20 or more during the month of March will be entered for a chance to win one of the following prizes:

Free enrollment in the eCornell Plant-Based Nutrition Certificate program, donated by the T. Colin Campbell Center for Nutrition Studies -- $1,260 value!
Private Summer Garden Tour & Harvest in Astoria, with urban farmer and arborist James Kaechele, donated by PPMNY Queens Organizer Enrica Sacca -- worth a few plant-based meals!	A bundle of freshly-prepared WFPB meals, donated by MamaSezz -- $170 value
Fullstar Ultimate Vegetable Slicer Set, donated by PPMNY Nutrition Educator Lois Lynn -- $20 value	A collection of WFPB books, donated by PPMNY Long Island Organizer Mitchell Castell in memory of his father, Jerral Castell, who introduced him to WFPB nutrition -- $53 value

Winners will be randomly chosen and announced the first week of April. Anyone who makes a gift of at least $20 online, by check, or via stock donation in the month of March will receive one chance to win. Entries are limited to one per person. 

It has been our deepest honor to meet you, serve you, and support you in taking steps to reclaim your health with food. Thank you for helping us to mark this momentous month with your support in return!

In celebration, 

Lianna Levine Reisner, Network Director
and the entire Plant Powered Team

P.S. PPMNY is a fiscally-sponsored project of the Center for Transformative Action (CTA), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in Ithaca, NY. Tax-deductible donations can be made to CTA, and all online donations are sent directly to CTA which then regrants your funds in support of our plant-based nutrition mission. 

 RAISING WOMEN'S VOICES FOR HEALTH

ln celebration of Women's History Month, Plant Powered Metro New York, the JIVINITI Coalition, and Plant-Based Pittsburgh are teaming up to witness the stories of women in our community who have overcome health issues through plant-based nutrition and offer our collective support to those seeking better health. We'll gather virtually to hear stories of healing from ovarian cancer, hyperthyroidism, endometriosis, and trauma, followed by a discussion about the vital role of nutrition in nourishing women's health, led by Jessica Krant, MD, MPH. 

Women's Voices for Health: A Personal Exploration of Nutrition for Women, by Women
Co-presented with JIVINITI and Plant-Based Pittsburgh
Thursday, March 18, 12:00 - 1:00 PM
FREE - register here

Do you have a women's health recovery story to share? Please reach out to Lianna to be a part of the conversation.

  VIRTUAL EVENTS IN THE WEEK AHEAD

Please make a donation as you take advantage of our free opportunities!
And subscribe to our YouTube channel to check out newly uploaded videos of past events.
All times below are Eastern Standard Time.

Tarde de cine virtual con el documental What The Health (Español)
Sábado, 13 de marzo, 3:00 - 5:00 PM
GRATIS - regístrate aquí

What The Health es un documental innovador que expone la corrupción dentro del gobierno y las grandes empresas en Estados Unidos, una corrupción que nos está costando billones de dólares en atención médica y que nos mantiene enfermos. Acompáñanos a esta tarde de cine virtual seguida de una charla para comentar.
 

Family Fitness & Food Virtual Workshop 
Sunday, March 14, 11:00 -11:45 AM
FREE - register here

This month we’ll get moving with a March madness workout focused on moving with grace and control, followed by a culinary demonstration of creamy, plant-based mac and cheese. Led by PPMNY Organizer Danielle Medina, AFAA, ACE, RYT, family fitness and yoga instructor, and PPMNY volunteer Natalie Khoo, RD, CSP, CDN, CNSC.
 

Fiber: The Anti-Inflammatory Diet for Robust Health & Resilience
Presented with Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan
Tuesday, March 16, 6:30 - 7:45 PM 
FREE - register here

Dive into the science of fiber with PPMNY Medical Advisory Board Member David Dunaief, MD. Learn why a fiber-rich, plant-based diet is essential to reduce inflammation, foster a healthy microbiome, and optimize your health and longevity -- all steps that can combat chronic diseases like obesity, heart disease, diabetes, and autoimmune conditions.
 

Virtual Potluck + Recipe Swap
Wednesday, March 17, 6:30 - 7:30 PM
FREE - register here

Fill your plate with green for this month’s plant-powered social on St. Patrick’s Day! Prep your meal made with the greens of your choice, and join us over dinner to share stories, swap meal ideas, and discuss how greens power our health.

Save the Date!

Tuesday, March 23, 7:00 - 8:00 PM:
Nutrition Support Circle

Wednesday, March 24, 7:00 - 8:00 PM:
Plant Powered Book Club: Fast Food Genocide

Wednesday, April 7, 7:00 - 8:30 PM:
Get Started with Whole Food, Plant-Based Nutrition

 IN THE NEWS

There’s Now a Vegan Community Fridge in New York City
Featuring Eloisa Trinidad, Executive Director of Chilis On Wheels New York and PPMNY Board Member 

The plant-based fridge is a collaborative project inspired by the need to address the pandemics of COVID-19, hunger, and chronic disease in our community. 

 WE'RE HIRING

Educational Design & Evaluation Manager - Part-Time
PPMNY's nutrition education programming is in high demand! We are seeking a skilled program developer with a strong understanding of adult learning theories and experiential learning to serve as our Educational Design & Evaluation Manager. In collaboration with PPMNY leadership, this part-time role will be responsible for program planning and development, as well as assessment and evaluation. Learn more about the position and how to apply.  

Communications & Data Assistant - Part-Time
PPMNY is seeking a technologically savvy and detail-oriented Communications & Data Assistant to support the implementation of our communications strategy and provide an essential role in data management. Learn more about the position and how to apply.

 RESOURCES AND LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES 

Freedom From Cancer 
Presented by Coach Ruben
Sunday, March 14, 5:00 PM EST
FREE - register here

Ruben J. Guzman, MPH, LMP, will explore the cellular mechanism that causes most cancers and how Lifestyle Medicine is making tremendous progress in preventing, treating, halting, and reversing cancer. Coach Ruben is an American College of Lifestyle Medicine Board Certified Lifestyle Medicine Professional with 30 years in the field of health.

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Fasting - Effective Therapy for Health Concerns
By Michael Klaper, MD

Read Dr. Klaper’s insights on how water fasting cleanses the body on a deep, cellular level and how it can be used, in conjunction with a whole food, plant-based diet, to treat chronic disease. 
 

Plant Powered Metro New York empowers people to find better health and overcome chronic disease through whole food, plant-based nutrition. We offer evidence-based education, resources, and support to create community and inspire change throughout the New York metropolitan area.

Our mailing address: Plant Powered Metro New York, PO Box 20771, New York NY 10025

Questions? Email us at info@ppmny.org.

www.plantpoweredmetrony.org