We are proud to partner with Pomona Valley Pride as our official convention charity! Join us throughout the weekend to help raise funds and support their vital work uplifting, empowering, and providing resources for the local LGBTQ+ community.
Stop by the Pomona Valley Pride Charity Table located in the Dealer’s Den all weekend long to learn more about their mission, say hello, or donate directly!
Pomona Valley Pride, founded in 2019, provides resources that celebrate, nurture, and empower the LGBTQIA+ communities, our friends, and neighbors in the Pomona Valley. Anthro SoCal helps raise money for a selected charity each year, and we are excited to assist Pomona Valley Pride with its mission to provide resources and programs geared toward youth and young adults. Their team works with local schools and staffs the pride center building located in Pomona to provide workshops on mental health, community, arts and crafts, leadership skills, communication development, and mentorship. There are also assistance programs such as a Gender Neutral Closet that provides free clothing, a Basic Needs Pantry, and CalFresh application assistance.
Help ASC give back to the local community by supporting our charity during the convention!
Charity Events & Tournaments
Hugs for Charity
When: Friday & Saturday, 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Where: Main Hall
Need a warm embrace? Friendly fursuiters will be roaming the Main Hall collecting donations in exchange for the softest, fluffiest hugs around. Drop in a donation and squeeze some high-grade floof!
Charity Tournament: Rivals of Aether
Qualifiers: Friday, 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM @ Gaming Area
Finals: Saturday, 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM @ Panel 1
Bring your best game to the arena! Compete against fellow attendees across Friday qualifiers to secure your spot in Saturday’s finals.
1v1 SonicFox for Charity
When: Saturday, 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Where: Second Stage
Step up to the stage and challenge 8-time EVO champion SonicFox for an entry fee donation! Put your fighting game skills to the test against one of the GOATs for an equally-GOATed cause. Whether you pull off the upset or get perfected, every contender walks away with an exclusive commemorative print (with unique versions for winners and contenders). All entry fees and donations go directly to support Pomona Valley Pride!
Charity Auctions
SFW Charity Auction
When: Sunday, 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Where: Second Stage
Place your bids on rare merchandise, cool collectibles, and unique art pieces donated by our community, guests, and dealers.
NSFW Charity Auction (18+)
When: Saturday, 9:30 PM - 11:00 PM
Where: Panel Room 2
The saucier, wilder counterpart to our daytime auction. Bid on an incredible collection of spicy art pieces and fabulous adult items that are just a little too wild for the SFW stage. 18+ wristband required for entry.
Pomona Valley Pride is the business name for the 501(c)3 organization Pomona Pride Center Inc. - EIN 84-2198162. You can find out more information about Pomona Valley Pride on their website: pomonavalleypride.org
Note: F.U.R.E.A.L. is the registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization EIN 99-0848997 that operates ASC. Donations made to ASC and its charity programs may be tax-deductible depending on your individual circumstances. Please consult a tax professional for guidance. For tax purposes, donations made to ASC’s designated charity programs benefiting other organizations are considered contributions to F.U.R.E.A.L. The full amount of each donation is subsequently granted to the selected charity.