$TOON Kartoon Studios and Shriners Children’s™ Announce Strategic Partnership to Deliver Free Entertainment and Launch Stan Lee-Themed Fundraising Campaign
https://www.globenewswire.com/news-release/20...paign.html
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BEVERLY HILLS, Calif., Nov. 25, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kartoon Studios, Inc. (NYSE American: TOON), a global leader in children’s entertainment, today announced a new strategic partnership with Shriners Children’s, a renowned nonprofit pediatric specialty healthcare system. This collaboration will provide access to Kartoon Channel! and Ameba TV across Shriners Children’s locations nationwide.
Under the agreement, patients and families at Shriners Children’s facilities will receive complimentary access to Kartoon Studios’ family-safe, educational, and entertaining content via hospital media systems, patient tablets, and other in-room platforms. Kartoon Studios will also provide technical support to ensure seamless integration and engagement.
In a powerful extension of this partnership, Shriners Children’s will be granted specific rights to utilize Stan Lee’s name, image, voice, and likeness in their “Shriners Children’s Superhero” fundraising campaign. Through curated content, animations, and messaging inspired by the visionary creator of many of the world’s most iconic superheroes, the campaign will employ the Stan Lee brand to inspire donors and bring hope to children and families.
“At this special time of year, we are honored to partner with Shriners Children’s to support their extraordinary mission,” said Andy Heyward, chairman & CEO of Kartoon Studios. “Combining our uplifting content with the heroic efforts of Shriners Children’s and invoking the spirit of Stan Lee — who stood for justice, courage, and compassion — is a true alignment of values that brings power and purpose to this campaign.”
“Entertainment has the power to uplift, inspire, and heal,” said Stuart P. Sullivan, chief philanthropy officer, Shriners Children’s. “This partnership with Kartoon Studios allows us to enrich our patients’ experience and share our mission with new audiences through a meaningful campaign that honors the heroic spirit at the heart of our work.”
“Our partnership with Shriners Children’s embodies our core belief that entertainment can be a force for good,” added Jon Ollwerther, EVP, Kartoon Studios. “We are proud to bring joy and inspiration to children who need it most, while helping amplify the vital work of Shriners Children’s through the legendary voice of Stan Lee.”
The collaboration reflects Kartoon Studios’ ongoing commitment to using its platforms and characters to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children and families around the world.
https://www.globenewswire.com/news-release/20...paign.html
Kartoon Channel! + Ameba Subscription Available Free Across All
Shriners Children’s Locations Nationwide
Stan Lee to Be the Face of the “Shriners Children’s Superhero Fundraising Campaign in April 2026”
BEVERLY HILLS, Calif., Nov. 25, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kartoon Studios, Inc. (NYSE American: TOON), a global leader in children’s entertainment, today announced a new strategic partnership with Shriners Children’s, a renowned nonprofit pediatric specialty healthcare system. This collaboration will provide access to Kartoon Channel! and Ameba TV across Shriners Children’s locations nationwide.
Under the agreement, patients and families at Shriners Children’s facilities will receive complimentary access to Kartoon Studios’ family-safe, educational, and entertaining content via hospital media systems, patient tablets, and other in-room platforms. Kartoon Studios will also provide technical support to ensure seamless integration and engagement.
In a powerful extension of this partnership, Shriners Children’s will be granted specific rights to utilize Stan Lee’s name, image, voice, and likeness in their “Shriners Children’s Superhero” fundraising campaign. Through curated content, animations, and messaging inspired by the visionary creator of many of the world’s most iconic superheroes, the campaign will employ the Stan Lee brand to inspire donors and bring hope to children and families.
“At this special time of year, we are honored to partner with Shriners Children’s to support their extraordinary mission,” said Andy Heyward, chairman & CEO of Kartoon Studios. “Combining our uplifting content with the heroic efforts of Shriners Children’s and invoking the spirit of Stan Lee — who stood for justice, courage, and compassion — is a true alignment of values that brings power and purpose to this campaign.”
“Entertainment has the power to uplift, inspire, and heal,” said Stuart P. Sullivan, chief philanthropy officer, Shriners Children’s. “This partnership with Kartoon Studios allows us to enrich our patients’ experience and share our mission with new audiences through a meaningful campaign that honors the heroic spirit at the heart of our work.”
“Our partnership with Shriners Children’s embodies our core belief that entertainment can be a force for good,” added Jon Ollwerther, EVP, Kartoon Studios. “We are proud to bring joy and inspiration to children who need it most, while helping amplify the vital work of Shriners Children’s through the legendary voice of Stan Lee.”
The collaboration reflects Kartoon Studios’ ongoing commitment to using its platforms and characters to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children and families around the world.
