Charity
Art with Purpose: Partnering with Not Your Average Joe
This year, Soonercon 34: Through Salt & Storm is proud to announce Not Your Average Joe as our official charity partner. Together, we are launching an exciting initiative to fund and support their new “Accept-ional Art Classes” designed specifically for individuals with special needs.
Connecting Art to STEAM
While science, technology, engineering, and math fuel innovation, it is the “A” in STEAM—Art—that sparks true creativity and self-expression. Art provides a vital, hands-on framework for problem-solving, spatial awareness, and cognitive development. By supporting the Accept-ional Art Classes, we are helping ensure that creative education is accessible to everyone, proving that unique perspectives drive the brightest innovations.
How We Are Making a Wave
Our goal is to help anchor this program and ensure it has the resources to thrive. Soonercon is contributing in two major ways:
Funding Supplies: Proceeds raised during the convention will directly secure the high-quality art supplies needed to host as many classes as possible.
Community Connections: Beyond financial support, we are bridging the gap between fandom and philanthropy. We will be leveraging our incredible network of professional creators, makers, and visionaries to bring guest artists directly into the classroom to help teach and inspire these students.
Through this partnership, we are creating a brighter, more inclusive community where every artist regardless of abilities has the chance to shine.
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Soonercon has Supported Charity Organizations Since 1986
Soonercon is organized by the Future Society of Oklahoma, a 501(c)3 nonprofit. Our organization’s vision is to “learn from the past; work together today; build a welcoming tomorrow.” Part of how we accomplish that vision is by supporting other charity organizations.
Helping youth in need is once again the theme for this year’s charitable giving. There will be opportunities to support our charity partner throughout the convention weekend, including our charity raffle, tabletop gaming tournaments, and more.
Interested in donating item(s) for the charity raffle? Contact the Charity Raffle director using the button at the bottom of the page, or send an email to charity@soonercon.com.
Interested in volunteering to help with charity activities? Go to the volunteer page to learn more.
In 2025, Soonercon 33 raised $4,092 for Techlahoma to enrich Oklahoma’s technologists of all backgrounds through education, connection, and opportunity.
Fundraising methods included our annual charity raffle, gaming events, and other fundraising activities.
Learn how past Soonercons have given back to the community
Soonercon 33: Gateway to the Galaxy (2025)
Our charity for Soonercon 33 was Techlahoma. Our various fundraisers, including the Charity Raffle, gaming events, and other efforts, raised $4,092.
Soonercon 32: Adventure Awaits (2024)
Our charity for Soonercon 32 was Future Society of Oklahoma. Our various fundraisers, including the Charity Raffle, gaming events, and other efforts, raised $4,000.
Soonercon 31: Declare Your Independence (2023)
Our charity for Soonercon 31 was Bridges of Norman. Our various fundraisers, including the Charity Store/Auction, gaming events, and other efforts, raised $6,000.
Soonercon 30: Heroes Homecoming (2022)
Our charity for Soonercon 30 was Bridges of Norman. Our various fundraisers, including the Charity Store/Auction, gaming events, and other efforts, raised $6,000.
Soonercon 29 (Cancelled)
Soonercon 29 was cancelled due to COVID-19.
Soonercon 28: Brave New Worlds (2019)
Our charity for Soonercon 28 was Positive Tomorrows. Our various fundraisers including the Charity Store/Auction, Nerf Armory, Cards Against Humanity Tournament, and other efforts raised $7,000.
Soonercon 27: Beyond the Veil (2018)
Soonercon raised $6,100 for Positive Tomorrows in 2018, and they will return as our sponsored charity in 2019.
Soonercon 26: Welcome to the Show! (2017)
Our charity for Soonercon 26 was NAMI Oklahoma. Our various fundraisers including the Charity Store/Auction, Nerf Armory, Cards Against Humanity Tournament, and the ever so popular pie-in-the-face raised $7,000.
Soonercon 25: The Silver Age (2016)
Our charity for Soonercon 25 was NAMI Oklahoma. Our various fundraisers including the Charity Store/Auction, Foam Armory, and Cards Against Humanity Tournament, raised $5,000.
Soonercon 24: The Future Is Under Construction (2015)
Our charity for Soonercon 24 was NAMI Oklahoma. Our various fundraisers raised $3,000.
Soonercon 23: Darkness Falls (2014)
Our charity for Soonercon 23 was NAMI Oklahoma. Our various fundraisers raised $4,000.
Soonercon 22: Beyond Thunderdome (2013)
Our charity for Soonercon 22 was Anna’s House Foundation. The live auction raised over $1400.
Soonercon 21: I'll Be Back to the Future (2012)
Our charity for Soonercon 21 was Infant Crisis Services. The live auction raised over $1400.
Soonercon 20: Heroes and Villains (2011)
Our charity for Soonercon 20 was Infant Crisis Services. The live auction raised over $1170.
Soonercon 19: A Bubba Odyssey (2010)
Our charity for Soonercon 2010 was Infant Crisis Services.
Soonercon 18: Slideways in Time (2009)
Our charity for Soonercon 2009 was Infant Crisis Services.
Soonercon 17: Pieces of '08 (2008)
Our charity for Soonercon 2008 was March of Dimes.
Soonercon 16: Visitors from Beyond (2007)
Our charity for Soonercon 2007 was March of Dimes.
Soonercon 15: Lost Worlds (2006)
Our charity for Soonercon 20 was Citizens Caring for Children.
Soonercon 12 (1996)
Soonercon 12 raised $750 for Infant Crisis Services.
Soonercon 11 (1995)
Soonercon 11 raised $950 for charity.
Soonercon 10 (1994)
Our charity for Soonercon 10 was Citizens Caring for Children.
Soonercon 9 (1993)
Our charity for Soonercon 9 was Citizens Caring for Children.
Soonercon 8: First Fandom (1992)
Our charity for Soonercon 8 was AIDS Support Program.
Soonercon 7 (1991)
Our charity for Soonercon 7 was WINDS House for AIDS Patients.
Soonercon 6 (1990)
Our charity for Soonercon 6 was YWCA Battered Women’s Shelter. We raised over $2000.
Soonercon 5 (1989)
Our charity for Soonercon 5 was YWCA Battered Women’s Shelter.
Soonercon 4 (1988)
Our charity for Soonercon 4 was YWCA Battered Women’s Shelter. We raised over $900.
Soonercon 3 (1987)
Our charity for Soonercon 3 was Oklahoma Pediatric Cancer Association. We raised over $1600.
Soonercon 2: Pure Con Extract (Oct. 1986)
Our charity for Soonercon 2 was Oklahoma Pediatric Cancer Association. We raised $180.
Soonercon 1 (June 1986)
Our charity for Soonercon 1 was Oklahoma Pediatric Cancer Association.