About BCAF
Mission
The Boston Comic Arts Foundation (BCAF) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization whose mission is to celebrate comics through art festivals, artist grants, and educational programming. We partner with local businesses, libraries, and universities to provide quality programming and educational opportunities for all residents.
Vision
BCAF is positioning Boston as the premier indie comics hub for artists, universities, and the general public.
The field of comics is rapidly evolving. By increasing the visibility of the comic art form and the accessibility between artists and audiences, BCAF seeks to encourage young readers, motivate the artist community, and elevate the discourse surrounding comics.
Our Successes
Organized 12 annual comics festivals since 2010
Provided over 140 free arts programs
Attracted over 25,000 attendees
Hosted over 2,000 artists and writers
Awarded over 100 mini-grants for new work
Meet the Team
Shelli Paroline
Executive Director
Email: sparoline@ bostoncomicarts.org
Jason Viola
Project Manager
Email: jviola@ bostoncomicarts.org
Rebecca Viola
Office Manager
Email: rviola@
bostoncomicarts.org
S.Matt Read
Development Officer
Email: sread@ bostoncomicarts.org