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Tuesday, September 15 (Pre-AGCon 2026) |
Free Daytime Excursions (Optional) 9:30 A.M. - 12:00 P.M. Red Ridge Walking Tour Red Ridge is an emerging 133-acre green space in the heart of Oklahoma City. In the coming years, Kirkpatrick Philanthropies intends to transform this landscape — including the historic R.J. Edwards home — into a nature preserve and study center in the heart of Oklahoma City. Transportation from the Ambassador Hotel via ride-sharing services will be coordinated. 1:00 P.M. - 4:00 P.M. Visit to WildCare Oklahoma WildCare Oklahoma was started in 1984 by Rondi Large, O.T. Sanders, and Dr. Nancy Harrington as a home-based wildlife rehabilitation facility, was incorporated as a nonprofit organization in 1995, and has now grown to become the largest wildlife rehabilitation center in Oklahoma and one of the largest in the U.S. Since opening, over 112,000 wild animals have passed through WildCare’s doors. Transportation from the Ambassador Hotel will be provided by WildCare Oklahoma. 1:15 P.M. - 3:45 P.M. Visit to Norman Animal Welfare Norman Animal Welfare is focused on encouraging responsible pet ownership by promoting and protecting the health, safety, and welfare of the residents and pets of Norman through education, enforcement, and community partnership. In addition to providing an excellent level of animal care, Norman Animal Welfare provides a variety of necessary treatments to the nearly 2000 animals adopted annually, as well as spay and neuter surgeries, in its state-of-the-art veterinary clinic. Humanely addressing the challenges faced by homeless pet populations requires dedicated community leaders and volunteers. These tireless contributors provide the extra resources that allow Norman Animal Welfare to achieve a 90+% live release rate. Transportation from the Ambassador Hotel via ride-sharing services will be coordinated. Evening Networking Events 6:00 P.M. - 7:30 P.M. Welcome Reception at Ambassador Hotel Oklahoma City Get to know your fellow AGCon 2026 attendees over drinks and vegan appetizers, and get a preview of what's in store for you over the coming days. 7:45 P.M. Dine Around Oklahoma City Enjoy a delicious meal with other conference participants at one of Oklahoma City's top-rated vegan or vegan-friendly restaurants. Self-pay. |
Wednesday, September 16 (AGCon 2026 - Day 1) |
8:30 A.M. Arrive at Oklahoma Contemporary Arts Center Please plan to arrive at Oklahoma Contemporary by 8:30 a.m. Allow ample time to walk to the venue or travel by Uber, Lyft, or taxi. Breakfast is on your own prior to arrival. 8:45 A.M. - 9:00 A.M. Opening Remarks Speakers:
9:00 A.M. - 9:30 A.M. Inspiration (Morning Keynote) Speaker: Matt Dominguez, U.S. director, Compassion in World Farming 9:30 A.M. - 10:00 A.M. Structured Networking 10:00 A.M. - 10:15 A.M. Break State of the Ecosystem - Lightning Talks Covering All Major Animal Categories 10:15 A.M. - 10:35 A.M. SOTE Talk 1: Animals in Our Homes and Communities 10:35 A.M. - 10:55 A.M. SOTE Talk 2: Animals in the Wild Speaker: Cameron Meyer Shorb, executive director, Wild Animal Initiative 10:55 A.M. - 11:05 A.M. Stretch Break 11:05 A.M. - 11:25 A.M. SOTE Talk 3: Animals in Labs Speaker: Luke Klein, president & CEO, Alternatives Research and Development Foundation 11:25 A.M. - 11:45 A.M. SOTE Talk 4: Animals on Farms Speaker: Kelcey Meadows-Lucas, donor advisor, Senterra Funders 11:45 A.M. - 12:05 P.M. SOTE Talk 5: Animals at Work and in Entertainment 12:05 P.M. - 12:15 P.M. Morning Wrap & Pre-Lunch Break 12:15 P.M. - 1:30 P.M. Lunch 1:30 P.M. - 1:45 P.M. Data Presentation Speaker: Betsy Liley, CEO, Grateful Change 1:45 P.M. - 2:15 P.M. Structured Speed Networking Facilitators:
2:15 P.M. - 3:45 P.M. Practical Theory of Change Workshop for Grantmakers Facilitator: Stien van der Ploeg, executive director, Animal Charity Evaluators 3:45 P.M. - 4:00 P.M. Break 4:00 P.M. - 5:00 P.M. From Chaos to Clarity: Workshop on Leveraging Productivity Tools and AI for Strategic Grantmaking A hands-on hour on using AI to elevate your grantmaking: beginner-friendly ideas, ways for the more experienced to upgrade their workflow, and plenty of time to swap ideas with peers. You'll leave with one actionable step to move from chaos to clarity. Facilitator: Olivia Addy, Grant Lead, Open Wing Alliance 5:00 P.M. - 6:30 P.M. Free Time 6:30 P.M. - 7:00 P.M. Cocktail Reception 7:00 P.M. - 8:30 P.M. Gala Dinner and Keynote Presentation Speaker: Drew Edmondson, 16th Attorney General, State of Oklahoma (1995 - 2011) |
Thursday, September 17 (AGCon 2026 - Day 2) |
8:30 A.M. Arrive at Oklahoma Contemporary Arts Center Please plan to arrive at Oklahoma Contemporary by 8:30 a.m. Allow ample time to walk to the venue or travel by Uber, Lyft, or taxi. Breakfast is on your own prior to arrival. 8:45 A.M. - 9:00 A.M. Welcome Back & Welcome ANIMAL Conference Attendees Speaker: Stien van der Ploeg, executive director, Animal Charity Evaluators & AGCon 2026 Chair 9:00 A.M. - 9:45 A.M. Inspiration - TBD 9:45 A.M. - 11:00 A.M. Battersea Dogs and Cats Home Panel: Trends in Best Practices from the Grantee Perspective 11:00 A.M. - 11:15 A.M. Break 11:15 A.M. - 12:15 P.M. Practical Theory of Change Workshop for Evaluating Grantees Facilitator: Stien van der Ploeg, executive director, Animal Charity Evaluators & AGCon 2026 Chair 12:15 P.M. - 1:30 P.M. Lunch & 5th Annual Melanie Anderson Lifetime Excellence in Animal Protection (LEAP) Award Speakers:
1:30 P.M. - 1:45 P.M. Data Presentation Speaker: Betsy Liley, CEO, Grateful Change 1:45 P.M. - 2:15 P.M. Structured Networking - Small Groups Facilitators:
2:15 P.M. - 2:45 P.M. The Frontier of the Animal Protection Movement: Young Animal Protectors Speakers:
2:45 P.M. - 3:00 P.M. Break 3:00 P.M. - 3:50 P.M. Frontier Film Fest 3:50 P.M. - 4:00 P.M. Closing Remarks Speaker: Stien van der Ploeg, executive director, Animal Charity Evaluators & AGCon 2026 Chair 4:00 P.M. - 4:30 P.M. Tour of Oklahoma Contemporary Arts Center (Self-Guided) 4:30 P.M. - 6:30 P.M. Cocktail Reception for AGCon + ANIMAL Conference Attendees 6:30 P.M. AGCon 2026 Concludes |
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