Saturday, Oct. 10, 2026 | San Martin, Calif. (35 miles southeast of San Jose)

An Inspiring Evening at Moose Mountain Vineyard

You’re invited to an unforgettable evening at beautiful Moose Mountain Vineyard, just 35 miles southeast of San Jose, hosted by Dr. Rich Schmidt.

Gather with fellow PCRM supporters for breathtaking views, warm hospitality, meaningful conversations, exceptional plant-powered food by Chef J at Craft Roots, and an inspiring look at the work we’re doing to build a healthier, more compassionate future.

Join PCRM Founder and President Dr. Neal Barnard and Director of Research Advocacy Ryan Merkley as they share exclusive updates on our work to end animal experiments, advance human-relevant research, and advocate for policies that save both animal and human lives.

We’ll also celebrate fellow visionary Ocean Robbins of Food Revolution Network and his late father, John Robbins, as recipients of the 2026 Voice of Compassion Award.

You won’t want to miss this inspiring evening in such a spectacular setting on the mountain!

Event Details

Moose Mountain Vineyard
Saturday, Oct. 10, 2026
4-7 p.m.

Schedule

4 p.m. – Arrival, mocktails, appetizers, fun activities, and photo opportunities
4:45 p.m. – Fresh and seasonal light buffet by Craft Roots
5:15 p.m. – Award presentation and inspiring updates from Dr. Barnard and special guests
6 p.m. – Fund-a-Need and live auction
6:30 p.m. – Dessert, conversation, and sunset mingling

VIP Experience

A limited number of VIP tickets are available. VIP guests will enjoy:

• An exclusive pre-event reception with Dr. Barnard and special guests
• Priority seating during the program
• A special gift from PCRM
• Professional photos with Dr. Barnard and fellow guests

Support PCRM

Your participation helps strengthen PCRM’s lifesaving work to end animal experiments, advance human-relevant research, and advocate for policies that save both animal and human lives.

Want to make a weekend of it?

Join us the following evening for our IMPACT! event in Encino, Calif., featuring acclaimed restaurateur and friend Chef Tal Ronnen, recipient of PCRM’s 2026 Vegan Visionary Award.

Learn more about the Encino event and the full IMPACT! weekend →

**Would you like to join the host committee? Please contact Marcia Slackman at mslackman [at] pcrm.org or 202-527-7381 for more information.

A Special Thank-You to Our Host Committee

Platinum Chairs

Mick Davoudian and Jeff Hoffman

Mountain Chair

Rich Schmidt, MD

Opening the Cage Partners

Grace Kadoya

Robert Kieve Foundation

Robert Schlaudecker, MD

Pacesetters for Animals and People

Arnold Aigen, MD, and Mrs. Beverly Aigen

Sandra D. Rowley

Phil Selway

Sandra Sprague

Compassion Champions

Ari and Maggie Harkov

Elaine Carlitz, MD, and John Husokowski, MD

Charlotte Cressey

Sue and Lewis Michaels

Marge Wurgel and Keith Mesecher

Debbie Stevens

Golden Carrot Patrons

Tim and Bobbe Moore

Jill Sideman

Compassion Ambassadors

Jay and Rene Ruston

Ronnie Steinau