As you probably guessed, I supported the “I Want My Nerd HQ 2014” campaign. Not because I adore Zachary Levi (though I really, really do). Not because I want to win a fun Indiegogo perk (none are being offered). And not because I can afford to attend Nerd HQ, an awesome — and free — gathering of nerds held each summer during Comic-Con in San Diego.
I made a donation because giving always makes me happy. Also, I believe in Nerd HQ, and I want it to continue connecting fans with the artistic and talented people who create their favorite TV shows (“Chuck,” “Dr. Who,” “Supernatural,” “Haven,” “Sherlock,” “Robot Chicken”) and passions (superheroes, games, comic books, technology).
As an extra karmic boost, Nerd HQ donates all event proceeds (collected from auctions, photos, etc.) to Operation Smile, an international medical charity that helps treat children born with a cleft. This condition not only deforms a child’s face, it can also be life-threatening. In fact, 1 in 10 children born with a cleft die before their first birthday. And those who survive are often unable to speak, eat or smile. To date, the Nerd Machine and Nerd HQ have raised over $415,000 for this worthy cause.
I want this event to exist and to thrive. At least 5,000 of my fellow nerds do so as well. If you’re a nerd (or even if you’re not), and giving makes you happy, please consider joining the Nerd HQ Army. It only costs $5.
