About Us

The Trenton Charity Comic Con is a philanthropic initiative from the high school run by enthusiastic students from the Comic Book & Manga Club, Volunteer Club, and Restaurant and Business Management Academy with assistance from passionate teacher volunteers. Each year, the students from the Comic Book & Manga Club will hold a vote early in the school year to pick the charity we choose to raise funds for each year. Our charity for the school year is announced each Fall after nominations and voting have been conducted by the Comic Book & Manga Club Students. 

For any additional event information, including vendor and exhibitor details, please contact the event coordinator, Edward Hoplock, at EHoplock@gmail.com or EHoplock@Trenton.K12.NJ.US. Edward is a Social Studies teacher at Trenton Central High School, has run the after school Comic Book & Manga Club for over 10 years, and created the curriculum for the “Graphically Speaking” elective at TCHS he has been teaching for the past 5 years that uses comic books, graphic novels, and manga to increase student engagement, literacy, comprehension skills, civics, and social-emotional learning. Mr. Hoplock has also presented at New York Comic Con (2022) about a variety of ways to incorporate “Comics in Classrooms” for schools and libraries.

Trenton Charity Comic Con (TCCC) is a public, philanthropic event held at a state regulated public high school. We have a ZERO TOLERANCE POLICY for harassment of any kind.

This Includes, but is not limited to: Stalking, Offensive Verbal Comments, Harassing Or Non-Consensual Photography Or Recording, Inappropriate Bathroom Behavior, Unwelcome Physical Attention, Intimidation, Verbal Threats, Physical Assault And/Or Battery, Sustained Disruption Of Panels, Signings, And Other Events, Inappropriate Physical Contact, Hate Group or Gang Related Symbols, Vandalism

Harassment related, but not limited to: Race, National Origin, Ethnicity, Gender Identity, Sexual Orientation, Body Size, Appearance, Citizenship, Gender Identity, Gender Presentation, Age, Disability, Religion, Pregnancy, Covid-Related/Vaccination Status, or Mask Wearing.

Whether a behavior or a costume violates this policy shall be determined by staff supervising the event in their sole discretion.

If a person engages in harassing behavior, TCCC Staff will take prompt action in any form they deem appropriate, including expulsion from TCCC with no refund. Our policy applies to EVERYONE at the convention. Exhibitors, fans (attendees), speakers, guests, professionals, press, staff, crew, and security are all subject to our Anti-Harassment Policy.

Anyone can report harassment. If someone’s behavior has made you uncomfortable, or if you witness the same happening to someone else, you should immediately contact TCCC Staff, Security Team, or a Crew member.

If necessary, we will contact local law enforcement, provide escort, offer a safe place or otherwise assist those experiencing harassment to make sure they feel safe for the rest of TCCC.

Our goal is to ensure a safe environment first, that we work to make a welcoming and fun one for all those joining us today. Enjoy the show!

The Trenton Charity Comic Con is a philanthropic endeavor meant to promote creativity in the arts in a community environment. While we understand the increased presence of A.I. generated work becoming a part of different aspects of life as a growing part of our culture,  we encourage our participating creators and vendors to promote and appreciate man-made creations. While digital tools have changed the landscape of what a creator can make and how they make it, we respect that even with tablets and computers the work is still human designed and more importantly the output is developed from the skill and expertise that its creators pour into their work that cultivate so much love from fans of all the beautiful art forms that we share in making and processing. A.I. generated art and writing undercut the value in the human spirit that creates art and the creative community that is at the heart of our event, and our effort in appreciating the human aspects of art is something we strive to maintain and illuminate in this ever-changing global and technological landscape. Thank you for your consideration in being respectful of this request and event policy.

Trenton Central High School is a public high school within the state of New Jersey in the Trenton School District.

The school is located at 400 Chambers St, Trenton, NJ 08609.

There is public parking for the event in the rear of the building and on adjacent public streets if the lot is full.

Each year, the Trenton Public Education Foundation  provides additional support to help with operating needs of our annual event. The TPEF is an independent, not-for-profit 501 ( c ) ( 3 ) organization established in 2004 to foster educational creativity and excellence in the Trenton Public Schools. Realizing that the larger community benefits from having a well-educated population, the Foundation develops mutually beneficial relationships between the Trenton Public Schools and individuals, corporations, and other groups throughout the region. The Foundation provides support to enhance the educational programs in the Trenton Public Schools by securing financial support and encouraging contributions of time and talent.