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Welcome to the
Animal Rights Coalition

The Animal Rights Coalition works to end the suffering, abuse, and exploitation of non-human animals through information, education, and advocacy. We believe that animals matter for their own reasons and that they should not be used by human beings for profit, pleasure, amusement, or simply because it is our habit to do so.

Our Mission and
Core Values

The Animal Rights Coalition works to end the suffering, abuse, and exploitation of non-human animals through information, education, and advocacy.

Our Programs and Campaigns

Our unique and innovative programs and campaigns provide extensive opportunities for people to learn about animal rights, and get involved to help animals.

How We’re
Successful

The Animal Rights Coalition is the oldest and most successful animal rights organization in Minnesota, with over three decades of helping animals.

Latest News

Welcome to our News and Blog section, where we share updates and insights about our mission to end animal suffering and exploitation. Stay informed and inspired by our work.

Cuddle Coats Prep Session and Grill Out

Join the Animal Rights Coalition in helping orphaned and injured wild animals through ourΒ Cuddle CoatsΒ program. Every week we receive donated fur coats from the public, and volunteers prep and ship the coats to our wildlife […]

ARC Speaker Series: Former Political Prisoner Daniel McGowan

COMMITTED TO THE STRUGGLE: Former Political Prisoner Daniel McGowan on Repression and Radical Activism under Trump Daniel McGowan is a social justice activist from NYC whose arrest and conviction for β€œeco-terrorism” in 2005 became a […]

Worldwide Vegan Bake Sale – 9th year!

It’s that time of year again! TheΒ World Wide Vegan Bake SaleΒ is the biggest and best bake sale of the year. This year, all proceeds will benefitΒ SoulSpace Farm Sanctuary. SoulSpace, located in New Richmond, Wisconsin, provides […]

We made a difference in animals’ lives

2016 was a year of continued growth and innovation for ARC.Β We saw victories in individual programs and campaigns to help animals, continued to innovate and explore new forms of outreach, and expanded our community of […]

Roseville becomes first Minnesota city to ban sales of non-rescue dogs and cats in β€œpet” stores

Roseville, Minnesota has banned the sale of dogs and cats from commercial breeders in pet stores! Thanks to everyone who attended the ARC protests at the Har Mar Mall, where the Har Mar Pet Store […]

I don’t like words that hide the truth

George Carlin once famously said, β€œI don’t like words that hide the truth. I don’t like words that conceal reality. I don’t like euphemisms or euphemistic language. And American English is loaded with euphemisms. Because […]

Upcoming Events

Stay informed about all our upcoming events and activities. Browse through the calendar to find details on workshops, seminars, social gatherings, and more. We look forward to seeing you at our next event!

ARC Volunteer Network

Animal Rights Coalition Volunteer Network is a space for volunteers to access all of ARC’s volunteer information in one place

April 2025

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  • Eating Vegan on a Budget
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  • School of Environmental Studies College & Career Fair
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  • Vegan Ethics and Eggs
  • Movie Screening - Chicken Run: Dawn of the Nugget
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  • St. Catherine University Outreach + Recruitment
  • ARC Outing to the Circus
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  • RachCakes Vegan Bakery Pop-Up
  • VegKins Spring Eggless Hunt
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  • Discussing Animal Ethics at Anoka Ramsey
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  • April Volunteer Meeting - Earth Day Garbage Clean-Up
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  • Organics & the Food System
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  • Volunteer Day at Farmaste
  • ARC Vegan Food Drive
  • Panda Squad Cookies Pop-Up at Ethique Nouveau
  • Over 50 Dine Out at Babani's
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  • MayDay Parade Prep Party
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  • Augsburg Pay-Per-View Outreach
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Stay Connected and Engage with ARC!

Welcome to ARC’s community engagement hub! Explore our volunteer programs and stay connected with us through these options:

Questions? Call or Visit Us

Animal Rights Coalition
317 W. 48th St.
Minneapolis, MN 55419

(612) 822-6161

Media Inquiries

(612) 208-6814

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