Multiverse FunRaiser – 2024

2024 was an excellent year for us here in the Multiverse!

We supported ComicBooks for Kids, a wonderful charity that puts comics in the hands of children in hospitals around the United States.

And we exceeded our fundraising goal of $1,500!

We raised $1,614 directly through Facebook, comic artist Brian Rodman donated roughly $100 worth of all-ages comics, and the organization also received a little over $50 via PayPal during the weekend of the event!

Our FunRaiser is over, but you can still donate directly to this wonderful charity directly on their website: https://www.comicbooksforkids.org/donatestart.

Our call-to-action video introducing ComicBooks for Kids was also viewed over 2,891 times.

We raised a ton of awareness for this wonderful non-profit, and people have already messaged us asking if there are ways they can continue supporting ComicBooks for Kids.

You can also rewatch the panels right here on this page! Just click the “Programming” link, or keep scrolling!

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Guest Line-Up
Programming
Schedule
Special Thanks

Guest Line-Up

We had a great list of wonderful celebrity guests!

Programming


Pre-Recorded Content:

Opening Remarks

MVFR founder, Kelly, and Comicbooks For Kids founder, Mark Weiss opened the convention!

Gilmore Sisters: A Rant Podcast

The Phoenix Sisters did a special episode of their Gilmore Girls fan-show, discussing Emily Gilmore’s Charity work.

Dramatized Reading – Lucent Sylph

Author RJ Conte was extremely generous and recorded a dramatic reading of her novel, Lucent Sylph. It was only available during the event, but you can still find the novel here.

Cosplayer Stories

Cosplayers around the nation submitted clips to tell us meaningful cosplay experiences and explain why they joined this hobby that unites so many of us together.

Live Broadcasts:

We hosted several events in real time, complete with audience participation!

Fanatic Forum, Feat. Bob Hall

George Buehler of the Fanatic Forum prepared a special episode of his podcast as well! He interviewed comics legend, Bob Hall.

Mike Maihack Q&A

Kelly Guentner and Crayle Vanest interviewed Mike Maihack, whose whimsical art has been inspiring cosplayers to bring up the cute-factor!

John Jackson Miller Q&A

Carlin Stuart and Kelly Guentner interviewed the man, the myth, John Jackson Miller!

Mark Weiss Q&A

Mark Weiss of Comicbooks For Kids did a deep dive on children’s charity in this Q&A.

Back of the Cereal Box – Special Episode

Johnny and the gang did a special MVFR episode of the hit morning broadcast: Back of the Cereal Box.

Cosplay Cafe

The Cosplay Cafe baristas did a special episode with Rae N Ria cosplay and discussed cosplaying with your kids.

Cryptid Crunch

Willow and Keisha, cryptid enthusiasts, brought the magic and explored the weird in a special MVFR episode of Cryptid Crunch.

Martheus Wade Q&A

Comic creator Martheus Wade delighted us all in this Q&A.

Indie Authors Roundtable

A host from the MVFR team interviewed three indie authors to talk about their processes. They discussed self-publishing versus working under contract, what their writing schedule is like, and more!

Kevin Caliber Q&A

Shannon Farnon Q&A

Batman and The Chemical Syndicate – The Audio Drama

Revisit the days of radio drama with screenwriter Hollis Thompson’s production of Batman and the Chemical Syndicate.

Jeff Johnson Q&A

Jeff Johnson fans, roll out! … To his Q&A, right here.

B-List Boosters Panel

A fan favorite returns! A collection of comic book fans discussed this year’s round of characters they believe have not yet been given their due on the big screen or on the comic book covers.

Indie Comic Creators Panel

A host from the MVFR team interwiewed three indie comic creators (authors, illustrators, etc.) about the comic book creation process. They discussed funding their projects, changes in the industry, and more!

Voice Actors Panel

A panel of voice actors joined together to discuss the unique job that is voice acting. The panel has a stellar cast of actors who’ve voiced audio books, audio dramas, and so much more.

Stuart Sayger Q&A

History Panel – Comic Books and WWII

Comic book aficionados Kelly Guentner and Hollis Thompson discussed the cultural impact of comic books during the turbulent period of the Second World War.

Live Painting Lesson

Kelly donned her Bob Ross costume to teach us how to paint, alongside long-time volunteer, Keisha! The supply list is on the image below:

Schedule

Thursday, January 25th

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Opening Remarks7:00 PM6:00 PM5:00 PM4:00 PM
Gilmore Sisters8:00 PM7:00 PM6:00 PM5:00 PM
RJ Conte audiodrama9:00 PM8:00 PM7:00 PM6:00 PM
Cosplay special10:00 PM9:00 PM8:00 PM7:00 PM

Friday, January 26th

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Fanatic Forum feat. Bob Hall6:00 PM5:00 PM5:00 PM3:00 PM
Mike Maihack Q&A7:00 PM6:00 PM6:00 PM4:00 PM
John Jackson Miller8:00 PM7:00 PM7:00 PM5:00 PM
Mark Weiss Q&A (CB4K)9:00 PM8:00 PM8:00 PM6:00 PM

Saturday, January 27th

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Back of the Cereal Box10:00 AM9:00 AM8:00 AM7:00 AM
Cosplay Cafe11:00 AM10:00 AM9:00 AM8:00 AM
Cryptid Crunch12:00 PM11:00 AM10:00 AM9:00 AM
Martheus Wade Q&A1:00 PM12:00 PM11:00 AM10:00 AM
Indie Authors Panel2:00 PM1:00 PM12:00 PM11:00 AM
Kevin Caliber Q&A3:00 PM2:00 PM1:00 PM12:00 PM
Shannon Farnon Q&A4:00 PM3:00 PM2:00 PM1:00 PM
Batman Audio Drama5:00 PM4:00 PM3:00 PM2:00 PM
Jeff Johnson Q&A6:00 PM5:00 PM4:00 PM3:00 PM

Sunday, January 28th

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Santiago Cirilo Q&A11:00 AM10:00 AM9:00 AM8:00 AM
B-List Boosters Panel12:00 PM11:00 AM10:00 AM9:00 AM
Indie Comic Creators Panel1:00 PM12:00 PM11:00 AM10:00 AM
Voice Actors Panel2:00 PM1:00 PM12:00 PM11:00 AM
Stuart Sayger Q&A3:00 PM2:00 PM1:00 PM12:00 PM
Comicbook History: WWII and Comics4:00 PM3:00 PM2:00 PM1:00 PM
Live Painting Class5:00 PM4:00 PM3:00 PM2:00 PM

Special Thanks:

The Multiverse FunRaiser’s Title Sponsor is The Cereal Box Network. Without them, we would not have nearly the resources we do to reach our audience, share our passions with them, and support the charities we have.

Clobberin’ Comics

Long-time supporter, George Buehler, of Clobberin’ Comics in Kentucky has promoted the FunRaiser in many ways!

Excalibur Comics, Cards, and Games

Excalibur is promoting 2024’s event! Check them out if you’re near Texarkana, TX!

Dragonfly Comics and Collectibles

Dragonfly Comics and Collectibles is promoting the event and donating to Comicbooks For Kids!

Collector’s Edge

Collector’s Edge is promoting the event in 2024 AND they’re donating to the cause! Visit them in Milwaukee if you’re nearby.
Vortex Comics is passing out flyers to promote the event!

Phoenix Sisters Cosplay

Phoenix Sisters Cosplay promotes The Multiverse FunRaiser year-round, every year.