Incorporated in November 2001, Humane Education Advocates Reaching Teachers (HEART) is a non-profit organization that…More teaches humane education to students, teachers, administrators and community leaders, and provides assistance to schools in complying with humane education laws in the greater New York City and Chicago areas. They focus on social justice, animal welfare and environmental ethics. </p> <p> </p>

Started in 2004, the New York Coalition for Healthy School Food is a statewide non-profit organization that aims to…More improve the health and well-being of students. It advocates for healthy, plant-based foods, farm to school programs, school gardens, the elimination of unhealthy competitive foods in schools (not just in the cafeteria), and a comprehensive nutrition policy and education.</p> <p>The NYCHSF is endorsed by the American Heart Association, the Center for Science in the Public Interest, New York State's Parent-Teacher Association, and other medical professionals and religious organizations. </p>