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Make it a date; come together for animals in the Lone Star State!

The 26th Annual Animal Grantmakers Conference, Bigger and Better, Together, will be held October 15 - 17, 2025 (opening day is a Wednesday this year) at the Hilton Forth Worth. Recognized as the site of JFK's final presidential address, the historic conference hotel is listed on the National Register of Historic Places (please hold off on booking your accommodations until we share Animal Grantmakers' special group rate reservation link / code).

As always, this year's conference will begin with optional site visits and an opening night reception, close with a gala dinner and keynote presentation, and feature speakers expert in a range of animal-related topics. Additionally, in homage to Animal Grantmakers' early years, day two of the core program will be exclusively for members / funders to share their work, as well as participate in interactive discussions and workshops.

More details will be shared here soon. In the meantime, help enhance the conference experience for all by becoming a sponsor (learn more on our Sponsorship Opportunities page).

AUDIENCE

The Animal Grantmakers Annual Conference is for organizations that are primarily grantmakers and members of Animal Grantmakers. If you are interested in learning more about Animal Grantmakers and receiving one complimentary registration as a first-time guest, please email Jill Hoffman. To learn more about membership and to apply, please visit the Join Us page. All conference attendees and participants must abide by Animal Grantmakers' Conference Code of Conduct.

2025 PLANNING COMMITTEE

Bethany Heins, Board President
Best Friends Animal Society

Jill Hoffman, Conference Chair
Animal Grantmakers

Luke Klein
Alternatives Research & Development Foundation

Ashley Phillips
Battersea Dogs and Cats Home

Lisa Rapps
ANTHiLL Events (Conference Coordinator)

Manda Shank
Kirkpatrick Foundation

Stien van der Ploeg
Animal Charity Evaluators

Simona Zito
Battersea Dogs and Cats Home


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