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The History of Red Nose Day

Taking place every March, this unique fundraising campaign uses comedy as a means to raise money for great causes. Anyone and everyone can get involved. Past years have seen bake sales, 24-hour dance-a-thons or simply wearing our iconic Red Nose.

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The History of Sport Relief

In 2022, Sport Relief, United By 2022 and the Commonwealth Sport Foundation teamed up as the official charity partners to celebrate an incredible Summer of sport at the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games.

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Not Just a One Night Stand

While we can’t wait for Red Nose Day, we’re looking for your love year-round to help change even more people’s lives. Whether you’re ready to commit to a new kind of beautiful, long-lasting relationship, or want to test the waters and see how things go, join today.

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The Big Night In

In April 2020, Comic Relief, BBC One and BBC Children in Need joined forces for the first time ever to present The Big Night In - an evening of entertainment and raising money to support those who really need it in these extraordinary times.

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Get involved

There are so many ways to get involved and raise money for Comic Relief all year round, whether you’re a school, a workplace, a group of mates or going solo.

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What your money does

Your support could help our incredible partners to use the power of sport to change lives. With your help, they can continue to create safe spaces for people to get the support they need: a shoulder to cry on, a community that understands them, or simply someone in their corner.

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Pay in your fundraising money

It’s quick and easy to pay in the money you raise whether it’s online, by post or in person. Your fundraising will help people who are facing the toughest times of their lives, both here in the UK and around the world.

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