Comic Relief US Announces "Stand-Up for LA," a Live Benefit to Raise Funds for Children and Families Rebuilding After the LA Fires

The star-studded event on March 3 at The Town Hall will feature Jon Stewart, John Oliver, Ramy Youssef, Chris Distefano, Desi Lydic, Hannah Berner and Josh Johnson in a night of unity, impact and laughter

An additional comedy night fundraiser will be hosted by The Second City

NEW YORK, Feb. 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Comic Relief US, a nonprofit harnessing the power of entertainment to break the cycle of poverty, presents "Comic Relief: Stand-Up for LA": a live evening of comedy uniting the New York City community in support of children and families who are working to rebuild and recover after the LA wildfires. Sponsored by SHOWTIME/MTV Entertainment Studios and with additional support from Yahoo and ServiceNow, the one-night only event will take place on March 3 at The Town Hall in NYC at 8 p.m. ET.

The evening will feature stand-up performances and appearances from Jon Stewart, John Oliver, Ramy Youssef, Chris Distefano, Desi Lydic, Hannah Berner and Josh Johnson, along with a stellar lineup of celebrities still to be announced. Funds raised from the event will go to Comic Relief US grantee partners who are on the ground addressing the immediate and long-term recovery needs of underserved communities in LA. Those in attendance will have the chance to donate to the recovery and response efforts in real-time. Donations from the general public can be made anytime at comicrelief.org/la. 

"The destruction caused by the LA fires is almost unimaginable and the long-term impact on children and families in underserved communities is even greater," said Michele Ganeless, CEO of Comic Relief US. "This disaster has exacerbated crises, like homelessness and hunger, and disrupted youth education, further contributing to socioeconomic instability and vulnerability. Rebuilding isn't just about today; we need to step up and make sure families have what they need to recover and thrive for years to come."

In addition, the legendary comedy institution, The Second City, will host a comedy night, with proceeds also benefiting Comic Relief US' response and recovery efforts. 

Added Ganeless: "No community should have to face the devastating impacts of a natural disaster alone. Stand-Up for LA is our way of uniting people through comedy and entertainment, turning laughter into action to ensure those hardest hit by the fires can get the help they need."

Tickets to "Comic Relief: Stand-Up for LA" are now on sale at comicrelief.org/la. Ticketmaster and The Town Hall have generously waived their ticket fees.

For more information on how to donate or get involved in Stand-Up for LA, please visit comicrelief.org/la.

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, mobilizing donors of all ages through powerful content-driven campaigns and new digital platforms. To date, the nonprofit has raised over $436 million, positively impacting more than 35 million children and young people in the US 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 the most impacted communities. Comic Relief US, also known as Comic Relief, Inc., is a registered U.S. 501(c)(3) public charity. For more information about Comic Relief US and its impact, visit https://www.comicrelief.org. Follow @ComicReliefUS on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and Facebook.

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