The star-studded benefit will help fund coronavirus aid in the United States and abroad by showcasing sketches, stand-up and personal messages
channel. Funds raised will go toward Americares' efforts to respond to COVID-19, the disease caused by the novel coronavirus. Viewers will be encouraged to support Americares by making a donation on the organization's website or by texting "JOKE" to 20222 to make a $25 donation. Per today's announcement, an anonymous donor has agreed to match the first $100,000 in donations to Americares during the event.
"We can't be together right now, but we can laugh together — and help front-line health workers at the same time,” said Goldwyn, who has been involved with Americares for close to two decades. "This is what Americares does best — helping people in crisis — and we hope this comedy event raises awareness and critical funding for its COVID-19 response."
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