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Joining community, civic and cultural leaders across the state, the staff and board of Allied Arts profoundly mourns the loss of Terri Cornett. We had the great pleasure of working closely with Terri over the course of nearly 10 years. As Development Consultant for Allied Arts, Terri brought her sales and marketing acumen – along with her positive and kind spirit – to our fundraising efforts, elevating our donor management, prospecting and stewardship practices. In addition to managing a significant donor portfolio representing $2 million in contributions and employee giving campaigns, Terri played an instrumental role in new and exciting endeavors for Allied Arts including: winning the national nonprofit fundraising challenge, Brackets for Good; facilitating partnerships with major local and national companies as well as celebrities; and securing a piece of public art in downtown Oklahoma City to commemorate the Allied Arts 50th anniversary. We have sadly lost one of the most resolute and effective advocates for the arts in Oklahoma. In addition to her unrelenting passion and energy to champion on behalf of cultural, health and education causes, Terri was a friend to all – always sharing a genuine smile and her generous heart to anyone she encountered. We will miss Terri; the grace and compassion that she brought to Allied Arts cannot be replaced.

?? 2025 Allied Arts Campaign Video?? New year, new vision, endless creativity. ?? Allied Arts teamed up with Prairie Surf Media & Prairie Surf Creative to bring you the powerful stories of three of our 40+ incredible agencies: The Ambassadors’ Concert Choir, ARTSPACE At Untitled and Oklahoma Children's Theatre. Together, we’re all working to ignite the heart of our community and fuel a vibrant future for the arts. ??? If you'd like to donate, please visit alliedartsokc.com/donate

???? It’s Official: ARTini 2025 is Bringing the Heat with Havana Nights! ???? Get ready to salsa the night away at ARTini 2025: Havana Nights! ????? OKC’s largest martini tasting event is turning up the tropical vibes with colorful cocktails, lively entertainment and an exclusive art auction—all while raising crucial funds for the arts! ???? Join us Saturday, May 17 from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. at the Oklahoma City Convention Center for a sizzling night. Sponsorships and Artist Submissions are available now on artiniokc.com —be a part of this vibrant celebration and help us support local nonprofit arts agencies! It’ll be a night of art, cocktails and flair.???? And stay tuned for ticket sales... coming up on Cyber Monday. ??

??Big News for Allied Arts! ?? We are pleased to introduce the leadership team for our?2025 Campaign—a group of distinguished community leaders committed to strengthening Oklahoma’s arts and cultural sector. Leading the charge are our Campaign and Honorary Chairs: ?Sally & Jeff Starling – Philanthropists with extensive leadership experience in both the arts and civic sectors. ?Christian Keesee & Larry Keigwin – Visionary leaders who have significantly impacted the arts community. Together, they’re steering our efforts toward a goal to meet or exceed the more than $3.8 million goal raised in 2024. That money will go to support local arts organizations and keep Oklahoma’s vibrant cultural community thriving for generations to come. ?????? We’re so excited for what’s ahead!

???Discover the exciting world of creativity this November! Explore the vibrant activities and events our arts and cultural agencies have lined up. Don’t miss out on the inspiration—click to see what’s happening and get involved! ???? https://conta.cc/3NPZqTV

Today, we had the pleasure of hosting our Agency Council at the Science Museum Oklahoma, bringing together all our member agencies for valuable updates and collaboration. Two highlights from the day made it extra special: ?? A few of us at Allied Arts had the chance to experience the incredible Love’s Planetarium! It’s truly a one-of-a-kind experience that leaves a lasting impression. ?? Our very own board member, Bailey Gordon, shared her insights on effective fundraising strategies. Bailey’s journey with Allied Arts has been transformative, and her expertise in development is invaluable. We’re grateful to learn from her knowledge and passion for nonprofit success! It’s always inspiring to gather with the community and strengthen our shared mission to support the arts in Oklahoma!

?? Exciting news at Allied Arts! We're thrilled to welcome our newest team members, Jennifer Bowman, Shelly Sanderson and Sarah Wickersham. Their expertise and passion for the arts will undoubtedly enhance our mission to elevate Oklahoma's vibrant arts community. Please join us in welcoming them to the team! ??

?? Fantastic Day at the State Charitable Campaign Downtown Kickoff! ?? We had an inspiring turnout filled with community spirit at the Oklahoma Commons Pavilion today. ? Highlights: ? Empowering Connections: So many passionate faces at the Agency Fair! ? Collaborative Energy: Exciting partnerships forming for a greater impact! Thank you to the State of Oklahoma for your support. It means the world!

???? What an exhilarating day at the Heart of the City kickoff at the OKC Convention Center! Today’s theme? High school pep rally vibes! ?? Our Allied Arts team had the honor of joining the Heart of the City band, bringing energy and enthusiasm to the celebration. ?? It was a fantastic opportunity to connect with so many impactful nonprofit organizations that make our community shine. Together, we're rallying for a brighter future! ?? Huge thanks to all the City of Oklahoma City employees for their dedication.

?? The Arts: It Takes a Village! ?? We're thrilled to be part of the vibrant and collaborative community we're building with our arts groups. A big congratulations to Arts Alliance Tulsa for a fantastic inaugural ARTini event! ?? Your success is a testament to the power of community and creativity. Here's to many more achievements together!