Story Time in Wicker Park
2021-09-26 09:00 - 11:00 UTC | Wicker Park Farmers Market, 1425 N. Damen Ave, Chicago, IL, 60622, United States
Each week we host a story time for children and families at Wicker Park Farmers Market. Our Story Time takes place at the exit of the market at 9am + 10am. Each session lasts about one hour long. Our 9am programming is most popular. We start with two stories, followed by art, music, + vegan snacks. We hope to see you and the littles there.
To learn more about our Compassionate Children of Chicago programming click here.

Vegan Paradise
2021-09-26 11:00 - 15:00 | The Plant, 1400 W. 46th St., Chicago, IL, 60609, United States
During the Vegan Paradise we will be gathering plant-based, shelf stable groceries groceries, cruelty free cleaning + beauty supplies, toilet paper, paper towels, and PPE supplies to benefit I Grow Chicago. We are excited to announce we are also beginning to accept fresh produce, peanut butter, Cheerios, and used/new blankets and towels to benefit our animal friends at Chicagoland Pig Rescue.
We will have two our our secondhand racks with us that feature cruelty free materials.
As always, we will provide outreach about veganism and animal sanctuaries.
Children’s Story Time, art activity, and plant-based snacks at the market’s exit at 1pm.

Rack Sale with Vagabond Vegan
2021-09-27 18:00 - 22:00 | Sleeping Village, 3734 W Belmont Ave, Chicago, IL, 60618, United States
We will be at Sleeping Village on Monday, September 27th alongside our friends at Vagabond Vegan. We will be featuring our racks with secondhand items made with cruelty free materials. Most of our items are thoughtfully selected by our teammate Camille, who has a keen eye for fashion. Come shop between 6pm – 10pm, and be sure to come hungry for some tasty grub from Vagabond. 100% of sales benefit our work at CFY+M and support a more sustainable wardrobe by shopping secondhand + make a lighter footprint on the planet.
We will also be accepting vegan shelf stable groceries and cruelty free cleaning + beauty supplies for our friends at Food Not Bombs – Humboldt Park.

Wicker Park Farmers Market
2021-10-03 08:00 - 14:00 | Wicker Park Farmers Market, 1425 N. Damen Ave, Chicago, IL, 60622, United States
During the Wicker Park Farmers Market we will be gathering plant-based, shelf stable groceries groceries, cruelty free cleaning + beauty supplies, toilet paper, paper towels, and PPE supplies. We are excited to announce we are also beginning to accept fresh produce, peanut butter, Cheerios, and used/new blankets and towels to benefit our animal friends at Chicagoland Pig Rescue.
We will have two our our secondhand racks with us that feature cruelty free materials.
As always, we will provide outreach about veganism and animal sanctuaries.
Children’s Story Time, art activity, and plant-based snacks at the market’s exit at 9am and 10am.
We will have a special Story Time in honor of our friend, Leopold at 9am on this date. Come ready for vegan cupcakes + other bday fun!

Leopold's Birthday Story Time in Wicker Park!
2021-10-03 09:00 - 11:00 | Wicker Park Farmers Market, 1425 N. Damen Ave, Chicago, IL, 60622, United States
Each week we host a story time for children and families at Wicker Park Farmers Market. This week we have a SUPER special story time in honor of our friend, Leopold. He is turning 1 and wants to celebrate with his friends during his favorite activity, STORY TIME!
This special Story time will take place as usual at the exit of the market at 9am + 10am. Each session lasts about one hour long. Our Birthday programming will begin at 9am and go until 10am. We will have vegan cupcakes, special activities, singing happy birthday, and more. We hope to see you and the littles there.
To learn more about our Compassionate Children of Chicago programming click here.

Vegan Paradise
2021-10-03 11:00 - 15:00, 2021-10-17 11:00 - 15:00, 2021-10-24 11:00 - 15:00 | The Plant, 1400 W. 46th St., Chicago, IL, 60609, United States
During the Vegan Paradise we will be gathering plant-based, shelf stable groceries groceries, cruelty free cleaning + beauty supplies, toilet paper, paper towels, and PPE supplies to benefit I Grow Chicago.
We are excited to announce we are also beginning to accept fresh produce, peanut butter, Cheerios, and used/new blankets and towels to benefit our animal friends at Chicagoland Pig Rescue.
We will have two our our secondhand racks with us that feature cruelty free materials.
As always, we will provide outreach about veganism and animal sanctuaries.
Children’s story time, art activity, and vegan snacks at 1pm.

Rack Sale at Dial M
2021-10-09 12:00 - 17:00 | Dial M for Modern, 2773 N. Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL, 60647, United States
We will be at Dial M for Modern on Saturday, October 9th with our racks packed with secondhand items made with cruelty free materials. We will be out in front with at least two racks. Most items are thoughtfully selected by our teammate Camille, who has a keen eye for fashion. Come shop between noon and 5pm, and be sure to leave enough time to check out Dial M. 100% of sales benefit our work at CFY+M and support a more sustainable wardrobe by shopping secondhand + make a lighter footprint on the planet.
The Mugs Bunny will be there alongside us with their secondhand + vintage mugs.

Wicker Park Farmers Market
2021-10-10 08:00 - 14:00, 2021-10-17 08:00 - 14:00, 2021-10-24 08:00 - 14:00, 2021-10-31 08:00 - 14:00 | Wicker Park Farmers Market, 1425 N. Damen Ave, Chicago, IL, 60622, United States
During the Wicker Park Farmers Market we will be gathering plant-based, shelf stable groceries groceries, cruelty free cleaning + beauty supplies, toilet paper, paper towels, and PPE supplies. Items will distributed to our partners at Food Not Bombs – Humboldt Park, I Grow Chicago, Instituto del Progreso Latino.
We are excited to announce we are also beginning to accept fresh produce, peanut butter, Cheerios, and used/new blankets and towels to benefit our animal friends at Chicagoland Pig Rescue.
We will have two our our secondhand racks with us that feature cruelty free materials.
As always, we will provide outreach about veganism and animal sanctuaries. Our CFY+M shirts, totes, and magnets will be available for sale.
Children’s story time, art, music, and vegan snacks at the market’s exit at 9am and 10am. Compassionate Programming is donation-based.

Story Time in Wicker Park
2021-10-10 09:00 - 11:00, 2021-10-17 09:00 - 11:00, 2021-10-24 09:00 - 11:00, 2021-11-07 09:00 - 11:00, 2021-11-14 09:00 - 11:00 | Wicker Park Farmers Market, 1425 N. Damen Ave, Chicago, IL, 60622, United States
Each week we host a story time for children and families at Wicker Park Farmers Market. Our Story Time takes place at the exit of the market at 9am + 10am. Each session lasts about one hour long. We start with two stories, followed by art, music, + vegan snacks. We hope to see you and the littles there.
To learn more about our Compassionate Children of Chicago programming click here.

Rack Sale at Wolfbait + B Girls
2021-10-10 11:00 - 14:00 | Wolfbait + B-Girls, 3131 W. Logan Blvd., Chicago, IL, 60647, United States
We will be at Wolfbait + B Girls on Sunday, October 10th. We will be featuring our racks with secondhand items made with cruelty free materials. Most of our items are thoughtfully selected by our teammate Camille, who has a keen eye for fashion. Come shop between 11am-2pm. 100% of sales benefit our work at CFY+M and support a more sustainable wardrobe by shopping secondhand + make a lighter footprint on the planet.
We will also be accepting vegan shelf stable groceries and cruelty free cleaning + beauty supplies for our friends at Food Not Bombs – Humboldt Park.

Animal Sanctuary Food + Supply Drive at Upton's Breakroom
2021-10-16 11:00 - 16:00 | Liberation Kitchen, 2054 W. Grand Ave., Chicago, il
We will be at Upton’s Breakroom collecting fresh produce, peanut butter, Cheerios, and other supplies for Sweet Petunias Microsanctuary and Chicagoland Pig Rescue.
Guest appearance from Finn of Sweet Petunias!! They will arrive around noon.
* Also accepting vegan food donations, cruelty-free cleaning + beauty supplies, and PPE supplies to benefit Food Not Bombs – Humboldt Park.
High Needs for Animal Sanctuaries: LEAFY GREENS, apples, oranges, grapes, lettuce, carrots, creamy peanut butter, Cheerios, used or new blankets + towels
We will have Finn coloring pages for children, as well as various rescue animal books for sale. All merch sale profits benefit Cruelty Free You + Me.

Rack Sale at The Silver Room
2021-10-17 12:00 - 17:00 | The Silver Room, 1506 E. 53rd St, Chicago, IL, 60615, United States
We will be at The Silver Room on Sunday, October 17th. We will be featuring our racks with secondhand items made with cruelty free materials. Most of our items are thoughtfully selected by our teammate Camille, who has a keen eye for fashion. Come shop between noon and 5pm. 100% of sales benefit our work at CFY+M and support a more sustainable wardrobe by shopping secondhand + make a lighter footprint on the planet.
Our friend Tess will be there with her racks as well! Come ready to shop!
We will also be accepting vegan shelf stable groceries and cruelty free cleaning + beauty supplies for our friends at Food Not Bombs – Humboldt Park.

Halloween at Mindful Baking
2021-10-30 14:00 - 19:00 | Mindful Baking, 4201 N. Ravenswood Ave., Chicago, IL, 60613, United States
We will be joining forces with the incredible Diane of Mindful Baking to host a Halloween event at the bakery. Cruelty Free You + Me will be hosting the children’s programing which will include Halloween story times, crafts, and vegan candy! We will also be hosting a Halloween Costume Contest with prizes for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners. We hope to see you there! Indoor + outdoor fun to be had.

Halloween Story Time in Wicker Park
2021-10-31 09:00 - 11:00 | Wicker Park Farmers Market, 1425 N. Damen Ave, Chicago, IL, 60622, United States
Each week we host a story time for children and families at Wicker Park Farmers Market. This week we are celebrating HALLOWEEN!!! Our Story Time takes place at the exit of the market at 9am + 10am. Each session lasts about one hour long. We start with two stories, followed by art, music, + vegan snacks. This week we will also be hosting a Halloween Costume contest. We will have prizes for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners, and mini prizes for all children who participate! Books will be Halloween themed, and we will be waiting mini pumpkins!
We hope to see you and the littles there.
To learn more about our Compassionate Children of Chicago programming click here.

Vegan Paradise
2021-10-31 11:00 - 15:00 | The Plant, 1400 W. 46th St., Chicago, IL, 60609, United States
During the Vegan Paradise we will be gathering plant-based, shelf stable groceries groceries, cruelty free cleaning + beauty supplies, toilet paper, paper towels, and PPE supplies to benefit I Grow Chicago.
We are excited to announce we are also beginning to accept fresh produce, peanut butter, Cheerios, and used/new blankets and towels to benefit our animal friends at Chicagoland Pig Rescue.
We will have two our our secondhand racks with us that feature cruelty free materials.
As always, we will provide outreach about veganism and animal sanctuaries.
Children’s story time, art activity, and vegan snacks at 1pm.We will be hosting a Halloween Costume Contest for children and have prizes for the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners! Our books will be Halloween themed as well.

Rack Sale at Starship Salon
2021-11-06 11:00 - 16:00 | Starship Salon, 2503 W. Chicago Ave., Chicago, IL, 60622, United States
We will be at Starship Salon on Saturday, November 6th. We will be featuring our racks with secondhand items made with cruelty free materials. Most of our items are thoughtfully selected by our teammate Camille, who has a keen eye for fashion. Come shop between 11am-4pm. 100% of sales benefit our work at CFY+M and support a more sustainable wardrobe by shopping secondhand + make a lighter footprint on the planet.
Our friend Camille will be there with her secondhand + vintage mugs. Check her page our at The Mugs Bunny!
We will also be accepting vegan shelf stable groceries and cruelty free cleaning + beauty supplies for our friends at Food Not Bombs – Humboldt Park.

CFY+M Team ThanksLiving
2021-11-20

Donation to Food Not Bombs - Humboldt Park
2021-11-24 16:00 - 17:00
We will be donating vegan meals + desserts to Food Not Bombs in Humboldt Park to support members of their community during the holidays.

Holiday Gift Drive!
2021-11-26 12:00 - 16:00 | Handlebar, 2311 W. North Ave, Chicago, IL, United States
It’s that time of year again where we are asking the community to come together to help us ensure 50+ children in Humboldt Park have a memorable Christmas.
We are supporting infants to 12 year olds, boys + girls. We ask that when purchasing gifts to keep in mind who you are buying for. Majority of children in this community are Black. Be mindful of skin color when purchasing dolls, action figures, and books, please. We are accepting NEW toys, books, and clothing. Please do not wrap gifts when delivering them to Handlebar.

We are accepting donations in front of Handlebar the day after Thanksgiving, Friday, November 26th from noon to 4pm.

We are also accepting vegan groceries and other cruelty free household items for Food Not Bombs – Humboldt Park.

Can’t make it?? Please consider still supporting us during the holidays by shopping our Amazon Wish List. Gifts shipped directly to us to wrap and prepare for their final destination!

Thanks in advanced for your support and kindness!

Holiday Gift Drive - Partner Sites
2021-11-30 08:00 - 2021-12-12 19:00
It’s the most wonderful time of the year and we are working hard to support children in West Humboldt Park this holiday season. We are currently accepting new toys, books, and clothing for infants to 12 year olds. To make donating convenient for you, we have six partner sites across the Chicagoland area.

You can drop off at the following sites during their business hours:
–Upton’s Breakroom
–Starship Salon
–Kale My Name
–Khepri Cafe
–Can’t Believe It’s Not Meat (Orland Park)
–Spirit Elephant

You can also shop from home by shopping our Amazon + Target Wish Lists.

Thanks in advance for your support in spreading kindness and love this holiday season.

Holiday Gift Drive!
2021-12-04 10:00 - 14:00 | Handlebar, 2311 W. North Ave, Chicago, IL, United States
It’s that time of year again where we are asking the community to come together to help us ensure 50+ children in Humboldt Park have a memorable Christmas.
We are supporting infants to 12 year olds, boys + girls. We ask that when purchasing gifts to keep in mind who you are buying for. Majority of children in this community are Black. Be mindful of skin color when purchasing dolls, action figures, and books, please. We are accepting NEW toys, books, and clothing. Please do not wrap gifts when delivering them to Handlebar.

We are accepting donations in front of Handlebar on Saturday, December 4th between 10am and 2pm.

We are also accepting vegan groceries and other cruelty free household items for Food Not Bombs – Humboldt Park.

Can’t make it?? Please consider still supporting us during the holidays by shopping our Amazon Wish List. Gifts shipped directly to us to wrap and prepare for their final destination!

Thanks in advanced for your support and kindness!
