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Tempe, AZ
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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.
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Coliseum of Comics Rolls out the Pumpkins
Great Pumpkin Patch Celebrates Halloween for Charity Florida-based comic store chain Coliseum of Comics is celebrating Halloween in style with the Great Pumpkin Patch fundraiser, a unique Halloween-themed auction event to support the Hero Initiative and the Book Industry Charitable Foundation. Coliseum has sent artificial pumpkins to industry artists, who...
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Hero Initiative Heads to Baltimore Comic Con
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Hero Hits Long Beach Comic Con!
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Hero Initiative hits the Windy City at Wizard World Chicago!
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Hero is at Minnesota Fan Fusion August 3-5!
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Hero Initiative Rolls Out Massive San Diego Comic-Con Plans
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Humble Audiobook Bundle: DC Comics in Graphic Audio benefits Hero Initiative!
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Hero Initiative Hits HeroesCon with Joe Staton, Adam Warren!
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Joe Jusko Hops to Hop-Con!
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Phoenix Comic Con!
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At Hero Initiative, we understand the struggles comic creators face. Our mission is to provide crucial financial support and resources to those in need.
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Sommerville, MA
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