I give because I appreciate what creators do to inspire me. I want to make sure that they’re taken care of.
Evan Billingsley
Tempe, AZ
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Comic Creator Stories
Stay connected with the people behind the heroes. Here you’ll find comic creator stories and Hero Initiative updates that highlight the artists and writers who shaped the comics we love, along with news about how our community continues helping creators in need.
Comic Creator Stories
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Tom Ziuko on how Hero has kept him alive
In Tom’s Own Words The Hero Initiative. Without their assistance,...
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Comic Creator Stories
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Michael Oeming & Taki Soma On Dealing With Multiple Sclerosis
Facing A Life-Changing Diagnosis Michael Oeming and partner Taki Soma...
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Comic Creator Stories
1 minute
How Hero Initiative Helped Liz Safian-Berube Get Her Life Back
In Liz’s Own Words My name is Liz Safian-Berube. I’ve...
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Comic Creator Stories
2 minutes
Hero Initiative Helps Keith Champagne Get Back On His Feet—Literally
In Keith’s Own Words Almost three years ago now, I...
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Comic Creator Stories
2 minutes
Laura Martin On How Hero Helped Her Through Eye Surgery
In Laura’s Own Words Back in August 2017, I was...
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Comic Creator Stories
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Rick Magyar Details Hero Initiative Help And “Living In Gratitude”
In Rick’s Own Words I would never have imagined when...
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Comic Creator Stories
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Christopher Ivy On How Hero Helped Him Out Of Homelessness
In Christopher’s Own Words Hi all. My name is Christopher...
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Comic Creator Stories
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Peter Pantazis On How Hero Helped Him Save His Home And Get Back Into Work
In Peter’s Own Words A few years back, what looked...
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Comic Creator Stories
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Karl Moline Tells How Hero Initiative Pulled Him Out Of A Spiral
In Karl’s Own Words The Hero Initiative is an important...
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Sommerville, MA
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