Based in Gainesville, Florida Vegans for Peace is a real, face-to-face community and an online space for vegans, aspiring vegans and friends of vegans to gather. Mindful that veganism is not just a diet, but a way of living that seeks to avoid the use and exploitation of others, Florida Vegans for Peace (FVP) is dedicated to deepening the understanding of our obligations to other animals - nonhuman as well as human ones. FVP works with and through its members to find social and political soluti …

Do you love dogs? Come on in!  I am involved in dog rescue and my dogs, whether they are a part of my pack, or temporarily living with me as a foster, are a huge part of my life.  :-) I'd like this group to be involved in activities that have our dogs with us, as well as those that don't.  Social activities will include dog park gatherings, happy hours, barbecues, and more.  I'm open to ideas so please be sure to email me!

This group is for people interested in pet therapy. Members are made up of: 1. people who are currently visiting places with a pet 2. people involved in the court system that are bringing well screened pets into the court system in Hillsborough County thru Paws for Jusitice. 3. Delta Society Pet Partners. 4. People interested in pet therapy in the Tampa Bay area. Only humane training methods and evaluation methods are promoted. Positive reinforcement is the most powerful way to modify behavior, …

Gathering to enjoy dinner at local area restaurants which allow pets on their patios. Games, raffles and fun in support of a local rescue group each time (the rescue group changes each time). All leashed dogs are welcome, big/small as long as they are socialized to handle people and other dogs (large and small). Local vaccination laws should be followed.

Florida Voices for Animals (FVA), sponsors of the Annual Tampa Bay VegFest, is a nonprofit organization. Our members work for the compassionate treatment of animals. Issues we're involved in: exploitation of animals in entertainment, on factory farms, and by breeders; protection of endangered wildlife; spay and neuter programs; reduction of domestic abuse and neglect of companion animals; promotion of plant-based diets; support of animal sanctuaries; and protection of the environment for all ani …

Birds, Environment, Program Lectures, Field Trips, Basic Birding Classes Meetup with the Seminole Audubon Society – A Chapter of Audubon of Florida and National Audubon Society – Join us September to April (Special events are May to August) Program Lectures (Free *) are held at 2:00 p.m. each month at Seminole County Public Library, North Branch -150 N. Palmetto Ave. Sanford. Meetings are open to the public. Check our Meetup calendar for dates and programs. (also check out on the web http://www. …

This is a group for anyone who is currently working with a local dog rescue group or anyone who volunteers in any way to help save dogs' lives every day!  Whether you run a dog rescue, dog shelter, foster a dog or dogs, volunteer for a rescue or any shelter, we would love to have you as a member of our group.  We intend to have monthly and/or quarterly meetings to discuss many aspects of the dog rescue and/or foster community.  Our goal is to help get as many dogs adopted as possible into great …

Find out why our community needs you! Learn about several local charity organizations from their directors and staff. Meet charity minded individuals and sign up for one of Pledge 5′s upcoming service socials. Representatives from United Way, Shands Arts in Medicine, The Arc, Jungle Friends Primate Sanctuary, Catholic Charities, Gainesville Rabbit Rescue, and Pledge 5 Foundation will be present!

We are a group of folks who love horses and help support the efforts and programs of Riding Star Ranch. This non profit organization specializes in equine assisted educational and therapeutic programs and is the home of T.R.O.T.T.E.R. (Trotting Racehorses Off The Track Equine Rescue) No need to own a horse... Our members get to enjoy spending time with the horses of Riding Star Ranch by volunteering and helping with special events and FUNdraisers that support the efforts of this wonderful organi …