Red Nose Day

Coming together to end child poverty

Red Nose Day makes it fun to come together and make a difference. Raising money and awareness for kids in need at home and around the world. 

We want every child to be healthy, safe, educated and empowered for the future. In short, our goal is to end child poverty.

We’re making a positive change in millions of lives, but there’s still work to be done. So let’s come together and end child poverty, one nose at a time.

Over 25 years of history

In 1985, Comic Relief launched in the United Kingdom with the goal of using comedy to raise money and help those leading really tough lives. The goal? Creating a just world free from poverty. 

The very first Red Nose Day was held in 1988. With millions of people participating in its first year, it was clear that a truly amazing movement was underway.

With every fundraiser held, TV special aired, partner enlisted, and Red Nose sold the movement continues to grow. Red Nose Day has raised over $1 billion globally. 

Since 2015, Red Nose Day in America has raised over $100 million to help kids and young people most in need. We'll hope you join us on our journey as we make an even bigger impact.