Events

Political Hacks Chili Cookoff

Oklahoma Institute for Child Advocacy 2915 N Classen Blvd, Suite 320, Oklahoma City

This annual event is our signature event to recognize the work of our legislative and legal partners across the state. Attendees of this event get the opportunity to show off their chili-making skills or stop by and try some truly outstanding creations, including my very own watermelon chili. In 2020 we partnered with the Oklahoma […]

Free

2022 Child Advocacy Chili Cookoff – Rescheduled to March 28

Oklahoma State Capitol 2300 N Lincoln Blvd, Oklahoma City

This annual event is our signature event to recognize the work of our legislative and legal partners across the state. Chili chefs of this event get the opportunity to show off their chili-making skills. General attendees get to stop by and try some truly outstanding creations. We will be at the south end of the […]

2023 Chili Cook-Off and Advocacy Day

Oklahoma State Capitol 2300 N Lincoln Blvd, Oklahoma City

Vote for your favorite chili entry here! The 2023 Annual Chili Cookoff and Advocacy Day is just around the corner on Tuesday, March 21. The cookoff highlights the community’s support of child advocacy efforts and gives advocates a base from which to visit their lawmakers for Advocacy Day. We will be set up at the […]

40th Anniversary Celebration and Policy Luncheon

Hard Rock Casino and Hotel 777 W Cherokee St, Catoosa

2023 is OICA’s 40th Anniversary, and it will be celebrated with our premier Tulsa event. OICA’s rich history is highlighted, and attendees will hear from Oklahoma’s new Kid Governor® and learn more about OICA’s advocacy work at the Capitol and across the state is highlighted. Attendees will hear updates about current issues facing Oklahoma’s kids, […]

$25

Advocacy Day 2023

Oklahoma State Capitol 2300 N Lincoln Blvd, Oklahoma City

Join the Oklahoma Institute for Child Advocacy and the Coalition of Advocates for a morning at the Capitol talking with legislators about important legislation affecting children and families in Oklahoma. Register here to attend! Date & Time Thursday, May 4, 2023 7:30 AM - 9:00 AM Location Oklahoma State Capitol, Room 4S3 2300 N Lincoln […]

Free

7th Annual Heroes Ball

Western Heritage Museum 1700 NE 63rd, Oklahoma City

This is OICA’s premier annual event to recognize seven “Heroes for Children,” exemplary advocates for their work on behalf of Oklahoma’s youth. It is our most visible event, with press coverage and hundreds of engaged guests, from civic and political leaders to child advocates, to business leaders involved in their communities. This will be a […]

$250