Sponsor Application

Panels of Hope Sponsorship for Smackdown and Sketches

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Deadline: Oct 19, 2026 11:59 pm (GMT-04:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada)
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Date: Oct 23, 2026 5:00 pm - Oct 24, 2026 5:00 pm (EDT)

About the event

Smackdown & Sketches is a two-day nonprofit event that combines the excitement of professional wrestling with the creativity of comic books to promote literacy through comics. The event raises support for Panels of Hope, helping fund programs that encourage reading and storytelling through the world of comics. Day one features an action-packed professional wrestling show, bringing the community together for an entertaining night of high-energy sports entertainment. Day two transforms the venue into a comic convention, featuring comic artists, writers, vendors, and activities designed to inspire creativity and reading. Proceeds from Smackdown & Sketches help expand literacy initiatives that use comics as a powerful gateway to reading—especially for young readers who may struggle with traditional books. Through engaging artwork, storytelling, and community involvement, the event demonstrates how comics can spark imagination, build confidence, and foster a lifelong love of reading. By blending pop culture, creativity, and community, Smackdown & Sketches creates a fun and meaningful experience that supports literacy and helps make reading accessible to everyone.
Panels Of Hope
Panels Of Hope

About the application

Smack Down & Sketches Sponsorship Package
Benefiting Panels of Hope

 

Mission: Bringing comics, creativity, and hope to children with chronic illnesses in hospitals while supporting the launch of a new 2027 comic anthology featuring real-life stories of courage, perseverance, and inspiration.

About the Program
Smack Down & Sketches combines live comic art, community engagement, entertainment, and fundraising to support Panels of Hope, a nonprofit dedicated to bringing positivity and encouragement to children facing long-term medical challenges.

Funds raised support:

Distribution of free comics to hospitalized children
Artist visits and sketch opportunities
Care packages and comic reading programs
Creation of the 2027 Panels of Hope Storytelling Anthology, sharing real-life stories of hope from patients, families, caregivers, and survivors
Educational and inspirational comic content for children's hospitals
 

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