As long as there are children living in poverty and facing inequity, every day is Red Nose Day

Child poverty has long been a crisis, but right now it is nothing short of an emergency. A gift of any size can protect children facing poverty from the ripple effects of COVID-19.

We need your support to help give children living in the most vulnerable communities across the U.S. and around the world a chance at a better life and a brighter future.

As long as there are children living in poverty and facing inequity, every day is Red Nose Day

Even when the unpredictable happens, like the crisis of COVID-19, your ongoing support helps give children living in the most vulnerable communities across the U.S. and around the world a chance at a better life and a brighter future.

A monthly gift goes even further, because giving a little each month adds up to big change.

When you give monthly, you’ll also become a member of The Sandbox, Red Nose Day’s community of monthly givers.

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Complete your gift to make a difference.

 

 

Join us to help build a healthy future for all children.

 

 

  • Join us in raising money to break the cycle of child poverty.

    The money you raise helps change the lives of children in the most underserved communities across the US and around the world.

     

What is Red Nose Day?

Red Nose Day is an annual fundraising campaign to end the cycle of child poverty and ensure a healthy future for all children.

The money raised supports programs that help break the cycle of child poverty and ensure children are healthy, safe, educated, and empowered. Half of the fund supports programs in the United States and Puerto Rico, and the other half supports international programs in Latin America, Africa, and Asia.

Learn more.

Fundraising Changes Lives

There are many ways to get fundraise:

Yoga Fundraiser

You Do You!

You can do anything to raise money!  Are you a movie lover? Host a Movie Marathon! Fitness fanatic? Teach a donation-based class! Need more idea? Check here.

 

Stream and Fundraise

Stream It

Create a livestream fundraiser through Tiltify to host a charity stream on Twitch, YouTube, Facebook, or Mixer.
 

Get Started

Fundraise in Schools

RND in Schools

Get your students excited about fundraising through this virtual classroom activity! Kids are invited to tell and sell their favorite jokes to raise money for Red Nose Day.

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FAQs

How do I start a fundraiser?

It takes just a few seconds to launch your fundraiser right here on the Helping Hand Foundation website. Set up your fundraiser here!

Do I need to create an account to fundraise?

No, creating your fundraiser is quick and easy and requires no sign-in. Click here to create your fundraiser.

Are donations to my fundraiser tax deductible?

Yes! Any donation you or anyone else makes toward your fundraiser is tax-deductible, and every donor will receive a tax-compliant receipt.

Can I see who's given to my fundraiser?

Yes! Through our donor portal, you can make changes to your fundraiser, and view details about the donations given to your fundraiser.

How-To Guides & Inspiration

Not sure where to start? Want to see how other fundraisers are making the biggest difference for children living in poverty? Explore our guides to get going.

Fundraising Resources

Customize this email to share your fundraiser & ask for donations

Subject Line: I’m fundraising to help vulnerable children impacted by COVID-19

Sample Email:

Hi NAME,

I’m fundraising for Red Nose Day this year to take a stand for children and families impacted by the unprecedented crisis of COVID-19. If you haven’t heard of Red Nose Day - it’s an annual campaign that raises to help children living in poverty here in America and around the world. Now more than ever, vulnerable children need our help.

Insert the link to your fundraising page: Fundraise.RedNoseDay.org/_______

Insert a brief description of how you’re fundraising.

Examples:

  • To make things interesting, if I reach my fundraising goal of $XXX, I’ll also subject myself to watch all 7 Harry Potter movies in one sitting and live-tweet the whole thing!
  • I’m holding a virtual yoga class / happy hour party on MM/DD for anyone who donates to my Red Nose Day fundraiser!
  • This month is my birthday/anniversary and instead of presents, I’m asking if you would make a donation to my fundraising page for Red Nose Day instead.

Your support would mean a lot to me because even though many of us are able to shelter and self-isolate safely, the ripple effects of COVID-19 will be devastating for children and communities facing poverty. So, if you’re able to, please make a donation to my virtual fundraiser and help me reach my goal.

A little change from each of us can mean a world of difference for the children who need it most.

The money we raise will help provide much needed meals, shelter, medical supplies, educational materials and more of the essentials every kid needs.

Please give what you can!

Thank you in advance and stay safe,
YOUR NAME

Talking points, facts and stats

  • Every child is filled with potential—to do good, be great, and give back to their communities. But for children in poverty, the odds are stacked against them. Long before COVID-19 struck, millions of children in poverty here in America and around the world faced an uphill battle towards a better life and a brighter future. The numbers speak for themselves.
  • In the US:
  • Nearly 1 in 6 children live in poverty, or on less than $25,750 annually in a family of four.
  • Over 1.5 million public school students experienced homelessness in the 2017-2018 school year.
  • More than 12 million children in the United States live in "food insecure" homes in which families don't regularly have enough food to eat.
  • Globally: About 663 million children are deprived of one or more basic needs like food, shelter, safe drinking water, sanitation, healthcare or education.
  • Every year, 3.1 million children under the age of 5 die (8,500 children per day) due to poor nutrition.
  • 258 million children and adolescents of school age not enrolled in school. An estimated 22% of these children are elementary school aged. That’s why I’m fundraising for Red Nose Day to help #ChangeTheStory for children.

How Every Donation Makes a Difference

Here’s how a making donation to my Red Nose Day fundraiser can help change lives:

  • $5 is enough to help pay for medical supplies for a doctor’s visit on a mobile clinic.
  • $10 can help provide at least 100 meals secured by our partner Feeding America on behalf of local member food banks.
  • $20 could fill a refugee child’s backpack with school supplies, giving them the tools they need to succeed in the classroom.
  • $50 can deliver essentials that keep kids learning while out of school, like books, activities and supplies
  • $100 could provide a night of immediate care for a young person facing homelessness including food, clothing, shelter, and medical care.

Sample posts & captions

Here are some sample messages you can copy and customize for your favorite social media platform. Remember to share your digital Red Nose selfie and the link to your fundraising page!

  • I’m fundraising for #RedNoseDay to help #ChangeTheStory for children. Please give what you can - every dollar makes a difference! Fundraise.RedNoseDay.org/_______
  • I'm supporting #RedNoseDay and raising money to help children and communities impacted by COVID-19. A little change from each of us can mean a world of difference for the children who need it most. #NosesOn #ChangeTheStory Fundraise.RedNoseDay.org/_______

Downloadable Red Nose Day resources

  • Red Nose Day one-sheet : download and share this if you’re introducing Red Nose Day with your supporters for the first time.
  • Proud Fundraiser Logo : use these logos if you're making your own Red Nose Day posters or promotional materials. Remember to check out the logo guidelines first!
  • Red Nose Day Fundraising Do's & Don't's : If you are fundraising for Red Nose Day, please make sure you stay legal – and take a moment to read the following guidelines and information before you start.

 

How to Fundraise

Step 1: Choose a way to fundraise

You can join forces with one of our featured fundraisers like the Movie Marathon team or fundraise by coming up with something special and unique!

Here are just a few virtual fundraising ideas to get you started:

  1. Movie Marathon
  2. Celebration
  3. Share your skills

 

Step 2: Setup your fundraiser page

 

Step 3: Check out our digital fundraising resources

Customize our fundraiser email template and sample social media posts to tell your friends and family that you’re raising money for Red Nose Day.

We’ve also got stats about child poverty (and how Red Nose Day helps) so you can spread awareness and inspire your network to donate to your fundraising page. You can check out the fundraising resources here.

Check out the Official Movie Marathon How-to Guide for inspiration.

Step 4: Share, share, share!

Post the link on social media, send around an email, or even send a text. Make sure they know why the cause is important to you, and how they can support it too! 

 

What does a healthy future for all children look like?

It’s a safe space to live and nutritious meals on the table. It’s access to healthcare that nourishes young bodies and minds. It’s empowering children to dream big and reach their full potential. Together, let’s build a healthy future for all children—and have some fun along the way.