Animal Grantmakers, the nation’s only group of philanthropic funders focused on protecting and enabling the wellbeing of all animals, will convene its members, other peer funders, grantees and other experts, and leaders of animal and environmental protection organizations from Sunday, October 22 to Wednesday, October 25, 2023 at the Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square. Held exclusively for foundations, other philanthropic entities, and individuals that make grants that protect animals or enhance their wellbeing, the aim of the 2023 Animal Grantmakers Conference is to point to ways to cooperate and coordinate efforts to create synergy and strengthen impact.
Sponsored by PetSmart Charities®, Kirkpatrick Foundation, Summerlee Foundation, Michelson Found Animals Foundation, Hewlett Foundation, Maddie’s Fund®, Morris Animal Foundation, Tigers in America®, The Botstiber Institute for Wildlife Fertility Control, and an anonymous donor, the 2023 conference program will provide an unparalleled opportunity to hear from leading experts in animal protection and other philanthropic sectors whose interests intersect with animals in some way on many challenging issues, topics, and trends relevant to funders.
Presentations will cover such topics as: innovative practices at companion animal shelters and animal sanctuaries; strategic campaigns and programs protecting specific groups of animals, such as urban birds / wildlife and animals used in research; the interplay between climate change and animals; animal-related social work and the human-animal connection; the correlation between happiness and animal welfare and the environment; the interconnection between the wellbeing of animals and the wellbeing of communities; laws and UN policy issues advancing animal protection worldwide; documentary film in animal advocacy; diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in animal philanthropy; the history of the animal rights movement in Philadelphia, and more.
Complete program information and the full lineup of conference speakers can be found on the Animal Grantmakers website.