​PLANT POWERED JUMPSTARTS

The 21-Day Plant Powered Jumpstart is a health empowerment program for Black community leaders who live or work in Brooklyn to understand the connection between food and chronic disease and to get the support to take a bold step toward lifelong health. Find out how to make the shift from a diet based on plants as side dishes, to one where nutrient-rich plant foods take center stage. Discover how plant-based meals, inspired by African-American culinary traditions, deliver on nutrition and flavor.
Virtual kickoff event:
​Thursday, February 18, 2021 at 6:30 PM 
The 21 days run from Saturday, February 20 through Friday, March 12 with virtual educational sessions, culinary demonstrations, meal planning resources, peer mentorship, and group support.
Program Eligibility:
We are excited to offer this life-changing program to those who: 
  • Serve as a community leader from diverse fields -- whether in an executive role, senior staff person, board member, or entrepreneur -- or be a loved one/close partner of a participating leader.
  • Live or work in Brooklyn.
  • Identify as Black. 
  • Are at least 18 years of age.

This jumpstart program is expected to be part of a study conducted by SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University’s interprofessional team; at this time, the project is awaiting approval by the University’s Institutional Review Board. Participants will be required to take part in assessments administered by a SUNY Downstate researcher and submit information on your health condition and any recent lab results before the program kick-off and once the program has ended. Further information about the study will be shared separately.
Registration for this jumpstart has closed. ​
GENEROUSLY SPONSORED BY
The Office of Brooklyn Borough President ​Eric Adams
IN PARTNERSHIP WITH
IN-KIND DONATIONS BY

About Plant Powered Jumpstarts

Whole food, plant-based nutrition is changing people's health across the country. Plant Powered Metro New York can show you how achievable it is to make dietary change, and how quickly the body responds to whole plant foods, through our intensive Plant Powered Jumpstart experience.

Lasting anywhere from 10 days to a full month, the Plant Powered Jumpstart is designed to support a cohort of people in making a complete dietary transition. We provide nutrition education, mentorship, meal preparation demonstrations, and sometimes even meals or pantry bags. Where possible, before-and-after biometric measurements are taken to show improvements to weight, blood pressure, cholesterol levels, and more.
Jumpstart kickoff program
November 2018 jumpstart in West Harlem
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February 2019 jumpstart at JCC Manhattan
To learn more about jumpstarts, we invite you to watch Nelson Campbell's documentary Plant Pure Nation, or watch this short clip from the movie .

Testimonials

PPMNY mentor with participantPPMNY mentor Enrica Sacca with a JCC jumpstart participant, February 2019
"I really enjoyed your program because it provided all the tools to make a transition to a healthier lifestyle. The great support, education, wonderful cooking classes  all made a big difference. It really works. I had lab work done after the program and saw an improvement in my lipid profile. Even though they had previously been within the normal range, there was a drop of 10 points. I also lost 5 lbs and am happy to say that I am still following a plant-based lifestyle."

"Just after I completed the 21-Day Plant-Powered Jumpstart, I had a major surgery scheduled. I felt great going into it -- a lot of mental clarity. And I wasn't so scared to have the surgery because I knew I was taking care of my body. My recovery time was really quick. Within two weeks I was ready to get active again. My surgeon was amazed and said she wishes that everyone would eat this way to promote their healing."

"Thank you for bringing this wonderful program to the JCC. I was thrilled to be a Jumpstart participant. I have begun to learn a new language, new food groups, kitchen skills, and delicious recipes, and I got to meet and know new friends. I am impressed by the superb organization and clear, concise flow of information regarding the introduction of this program -- from the handouts to the kitchen demonstrations which started and ended on time! Everyone is so inspiring and supportive, and there is such a joyful camaraderie. I couldn’t be more delighted and grateful, so thank you, thank you, thank you!"

"I think the program was a great success. We felt supported throughout and appreciated our mentors, the webinars, the cooking classes, and all the recipes. I intend to continue with this lifestyle, so I am grateful for your thoughtful and comprehensive jumpstart."

"I thought undertaking the whole food, plant-based lifestyle would be difficult. Instead, I was able to make the transition easily, with no cravings or frustration. I never felt hungry during the 21-day Jumpstart program, nor have I since then. I am content to cook meals and renounce the frequent snacks I used to have."

"Initial labs done last week by my primary physician were really good. It is amazing to see such great progress in such a short period of time."

"The support, education, friendliness provided by the team made the transition easier. Thank you very much."
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. PPMNY is a fiscally-sponsored project of the Center for Transformative Action, a 501(c)(3) organization in Ithaca, NY.