Loungefly, the premiere fan-forward lifestyle brand from Funko, Inc. (“Funko,” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: FNKO) announced their first Pops! With Purpose Collection inspired by Star Wars™ BB-8™, with proceeds aiding the It Gets Better Project. Available exclusively at Loungefly.com and Funko.com, this Pops! With Purpose collection benefits the global nonprofit organization’s mission to uplift, empower and connect lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer youth around the globe.
Available via Loungefly.com and Funko.com, the 4,000-piece limited edition Star Wars™ BB-8™ Pride Mini Backpack and Bobble-Head Pop! (MSRP: $120.00) bundle features bold and bright colors across the droid’s iconic features. This exclusive bundle also includes a BB-8™ themed Diamond Collection Bobble-Head Pop! variant with rainbow markings. For each Star Wars™ BB-8™ Pride Mini Backpack and Bobble-Head Pop! bundle sold, Funko will donate $65 to the It Gets Better Project while supplies last.
Loungefly intricately designs its backpacks, wallets, crossbody bags, apparel, and small accessories to tell wearable stories inspired by the most beloved properties in the world. Crafted with care and precision, Loungefly leaves no detail overlooked. Fans can find value in every stitch, from bag zippers to printed linings, that showcases an authentic passion for the fandom that they proudly wear.
Pops! With Purpose is a part of the Funko Cares Program, a charity initiative that gives back to the community through both monetary and product donations. Funko Cares has partnered with Make-A-Wish®, ASPCA, the Breast Cancer Research Foundation, Operation Homefront and more.
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For more information on the It Gets Better Project, visit https://itgetsbetter.org/
WHEN: The Limited Edition Star Wars™ BB-8™ Pride Bobble-Head Pop! and Bag Bundle from Loungefly will be available May 24, 2023 at 9am PT while supplies last.
WHERE: Collection will be available via Loungefly.com and Funko.com
ABOUT THE IT GETS BETTER PROJECT
The It Gets Better Project is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that strives to uplift, empower and connect LGBTQ+ youth around the globe. Created in 2010 as the result of one of the most successful viral video campaigns in YouTube’s history, the It Gets Better Project provides critical support and hope to LGBTQ+ youth around the world by leveraging the power of media to reach millions of people each year. The project has expanded its origins in storytelling and media to include educational resources through It Gets Better EDU and reaches 19 countries outside of the U.S. through It Gets Better Global.
The project has garnered support from President Joe Biden, former President Barack Obama, and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, along with numerous celebrities, including including Kelly Clarkson, Gabrielle Union, Chris and Scott Evans, Jojo Siwa, Zachary Quinto, Mj Rodriguez, Hayley Kiyoko, and Gigi Gorgeous. More than 750,000 people have taken the It Gets Better pledge to share messages of hope and speak up against intolerance. Please visit www.itgetsbetter.org for more information, and join the conversation on all social platforms @itgetsbetter.
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