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FoggyCon draws Bay‑Area crowds and raises funds for Daly City Build a Dream scholarships
Summary
Commissioners reviewed FoggyCon, a first‑year gaming and collectibles event that drew vendors and attendees from across the Bay Area; the event raised roughly $6,000 for the Build a Dream scholarship program and organizers plan to hold it again next year.
Daly City commissioners heard a recap of FoggyCon at their June 23 meeting and praised the event as a successful first‑year fundraiser and community activation.
Romeo Benson, Recreation Services Manager, said FoggyCon "was created to bring together collectors, gamers, and hobbyists, families, and pop culture enthusiasts in a fun, welcoming environment," describing more than 50 vendor spaces, tabletop gaming demonstrations, a video game activation area, cosplay, and appearances by video‑game voice actors. Benson emphasized that the event appealed to attendees of all ages and drew visitors from across the Bay Area.
Commissioners and staff discussed the event’s fundraising model: an adult admission fee ($5 pre‑registration, $10 at the door) and vendor fees. Commissioners reported that FoggyCon proceeds and donated raffle items will support the Build a Dream scholarship program. One commissioner summarized scholarship activity this year, saying the commission has "given out $15,000 so far this year," and staff noted FoggyCon brought in about $6,000 toward the scholarship fund.
Vendors and attendees reportedly responded positively and some vendors told staff they would return for future editions. Commissioners encouraged planning a recurring event; staff said FoggyCon is already on the calendar for next year and organizers are exploring a semiannual cadence.
The commission framed FoggyCon as both a community event and a targeted fundraising effort to expand youth scholarship opportunities; commissioners thanked staff and community partners for the production work and vendor recruitment.
