The first Compton Comics Expo is set to take place Saturday, October 24 and is a completely free event for the general public. The goal was to hold a comic convention where there was none and prevent the community from being locked out due to the cost.

But, the convention needs our help and needs to raise $8,000 for the convention to take place.

The GoFundMe lays out that the largest expenses are the on-site staff, safety security, parking passes, and the equipment provided by Compton College. Even with reduced and discounted services, there’s still a cost and the remaining balance needs to be paid off for things to go forward.

The remaining funds are needed by Friday, October 23 to pay Compton College for its services and secure the contract. If the amount isn’t raised in the next seven days, the venue may not allow the event to move forward with setup, and the entire convention will be canceled.

Every single dollar raised goes directly to satisfying the Compton College contract and the remaining elements needed to create a full experience and so the doors can open on October 24th.

The GoFundMe rally call lays out three ways for individuals to help:

1. Donate: No amount is too small. In a financial crisis, a $5 or $10 donation is just as powerful as a large corporate check. Every bit builds the bridge.
2. Share with Urgency: Time is ticking down to Friday the 23rd. Share this link on Instagram, Threads, X, Facebook, and with your creative networks.
3. Studio & Civic Sponsorships: If you are a publisher, studio, or business leader who wants to join Illuminous, Ignition Press, and the Compton 125th Historical Society in protecting a safe, free space for Compton’s youth, please reach out to me immediately.

It’s rally time. Let’s get this to its goal and help make sure that the Compton Comics Expo launches later this month!