Our Vision

Comic Relief was built on a simple belief: that laughter can bring the great British public together and help change lives. While poverty and injustice still hold too many people back, we believe humour is a super-power that turns shared moments of joyful giving into real support - helping ensure people can eat, sleep and feel safe thanks to brilliant local projects led by remarkable local people.

Where did Comic Relief come from?

Watch highlights from the 40+ year history of Comic Relief to learn more about our journey, our partners and the people we help.

WHAT DOES COMIC RELIEF FUND?

We work with over 1,000 organisations every year, supporting more than 35,000 projects. We believe in the power of popular culture and humour to bring people together and work towards our vision of a Just World Free From Poverty.

Alongside our partners, your donations and fundraising efforts support organisations that work locally to tackle major issues and effect lasting change.

We focus our efforts on these key issues:

Basic Needs


A Safe Place to Call Home

Best Start in Life


Safe from Harm


Justice for All

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