Phoenix Comicon 2016 Brings in Record $64,000 for KNTR

Mesa, AZ, September 03, 2016 --(PR.com)-- Phoenix Comicon 2016 resulted in a record-shattering $64,000 for Kids Need to Read (KNTR). This was more than double the amount raised in 2015 ($28,000) and truly an extraordinary contribution for any convention to provide to its sponsored charity. Phoenix Comicon has supported KNTR for the past seven years, raising funds for KNTR through various parties, events, auctions, and Fast Pass sales. The convention also encourages artists and costuming groups to fundraise for KNTR by contributing original art for auctions and conducting games or raffles during the annual four-day pop culture event in downtown Phoenix. In addition to Phoenix Comicon, other organizations that sponsored KNTR included Arizona Coyotes, Highlights for Children, Blue Ribbon Army, Lupine Entertainment, 501st Legion Dune Sea Garrison, Arizona Avengers, The Department of Zombie Defense, and Umbrella Corporation Arizona.

“What an exceptional level of commitment toward the support of literacy programs benefiting disadvantaged children,” said Denise Gary, Executive Director of KNTR. “We are looking forward to doing wonderful works on behalf of children in need of literary treasure, thanks to the generosity of Phoenix Comicon—an ardent supporter of exceptional education for all children—as well as their many staff members, volunteers, participants, artists, authors, and attendees!”

Forty-five percent of our nation’s children reside in neighborhoods and homes that lack access to books and libraries, and many attend schools that cannot afford to purchase books. Studies indicate that providing kids with access to books may be one of the most overlooked solutions to helping ensure kids succeed in school. Kids Need to Read will use the funds raised at Phoenix Comicon to provide reading resources to children living in low socioeconomic areas of the Phoenix metropolitan area and beyond.

More information about Phoenix Comicon’s support of KNTR:
http://community.kidsneedtoread.org/?p=7117

About Kids Need to Read:
Founded with a passion to improve the lives of disadvantaged children by providing inspiring book collections and engaging literacy programs to underfunded schools, libraries, and organizations across the nation, Kids Need to Read aspires to empower and embolden every last child through a culture of reading. For many of the children it serves, Kids Need to Read represents a crucial link to a strong literacy education, and its programs help build and nurture support systems that these children may be lacking elsewhere in their lives. By immersing children in an integrated world of literary experiences that teaches them, firsthand, the impact of reading on every aspect of life, imagination is ignited and confidence is built for a prosperous future, regardless of race, economic status, or personal capabilities.

About Phoenix Comicon:
Phoenix Comicon is a pop culture experience that delivers happiness to every age group and walks of life. Meet your favorite celebrities, creators, authors, discover delights and wonders within thousands of hours of programming and nightlife events, shop from a seemingly endless selection of fun vendors, or just spend your time people watching. Occupying the Phoenix Convention Center and Hyatt Regency Hotel in sunny downtown Phoenix, festivities take place annually during Memorial Day weekend. Join us May 25-28 2017 and discover your inner geek.

Media Contact:
Lori Cothrun, Operations Director
Kids Need to Read
(480) 256-0115
www.kidsneedtoread.org
lori@kidsneedtoread.org