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May 19, 2021

Comic Relief US Announces ‘Red Nose Day LIVE’ Fundraiser on May 27, Featuring Leading Creators and Talent in Next-Gen Telethon to Raise Vital Funds for Children Facing Poverty

Jennifer Garner, Tony Hale, Maitreyi Ramakrishnan, Joel McHale, Lamorne Morris, the Game Theorists’ Matthew "MatPat" Patrick, Crankgameplays’ Ethan Nestor, Neekolul and other leading creators and gamers come together for interactive fundraiser on Red Nose Day.

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May 14, 2021

Coldplay to Play Exclusive Concert May 24th to Support Red Nose Day

Intimate Performance on TikTok to Drive Funds, Awareness of Campaign to End Child Poverty

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May 10, 2021

Comic Relief US Launches Youth Empowerment as a New Pillar of Red Nose Day Grantmaking

Portfolio launches with initial investment of $1.6 million; New grants align with organization's deepening focus on investments in communities of color

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May 6, 2021

Two Limited Edition Red Nose Day T-Shirts Designed by Artist, Illustrator, and Author Charlie Mackesy Available Now to Support Children Living in Poverty

T-Shirts Feature Beloved Illustrations Designed Specifically for Red Nose Day from Mackesy’s New York Times Bestseller The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse

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April 23, 2021

Austyn Biggers appointed to Comic Relief US Board of Directors

Noted Television, Film Producer Brings Entertainment Experience, Creativity as Organization Behind Red Nose Day Continues to Expand Across Platforms.

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April 5, 2021

Red Nose Day Kicks Off 2021 Campaign with Return of the Digital Red Nose

Together with Walgreens, the annual campaign to end child poverty will allow donors to unlock their Digital Red Nose, the iconic symbol of hope and support; 2020 transformed the donor experience after COVID reinvention.

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March 18, 2021

Red Nose Day Returns Thursday, May 27 Bringing Joy and Hope in Support of Millions of Children Facing Poverty

Red Nose Day Will Come to Life With a Special Edition of NBC’s “The Wall,” Hosted by Longtime Supporter Chris Hardwick Funds Raised by Campaign to End Child Poverty Are More Critical Than Ever With COVID-19 Pandemic Still Devastating Vulnerable Communities

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March 18, 2021

Red Nose Day Returns Thursday, May 27 Bringing Joy and Hope in Support of Millions of Children Facing Poverty

Red Nose Day Will Come to Life With a Special Edition of NBC’s “The Wall,” Hosted by Longtime Supporter Chris Hardwick Funds Raised by Campaign to End Child Poverty Are More Critical Than Ever With COVID-19 Pandemic Still Devastating Vulnerable Communities

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December 1, 2020

Jacksepticeye Expands His Annual Thankmas Event Inviting Friends and Community Members to Get Involved and Raise Funds for Red Nose Day

From December 12-20, 2020, Creator-First Fundraising Platform Tiltify will Allow Any Creator on YouTube, Twitch, Facebook and, for the First-Time, TikTok to Help those Around the World Impacted by the Pandemic Red Nose Day will Match Funds Raised up to $1.5 Million

About Comic Relief US

Comic Relief US is a nonprofit committed to breaking the cycle of intergenerational poverty. It harnesses the power of entertainment to drive positive social change. To date the nonprofit has raised over $421 million by mobilizing donors of all ages to engage with causes through powerful content-driven campaigns and new digital platforms. Since 2015, Red Nose Day, Comic Relief US’ signature campaign to end child poverty, has raised over $365 million and positively impacted over 32 million children in the U.S. and around the world. Donations are invested in grantee partners and social impact programs that ensure children are safe, healthy, educated and empowered and that address the root causes of poverty in communities most impacted. Comic Relief US, also known as Comic Relief, Inc., is a registered U.S. 501(c)(3) public charity. Follow @ComicReliefUS on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook.