A Message From The Laughter Foundation

http://www.thelaughterfoundation.org

The Laughter Foundation, a 501(c) 3, supports comedians, the comedy community, as well as "the serious world." TLF will focus on seven main areas, referred to as "The Seven Goals."



THE SEVEN GOALS:

HEALTH AND DENTAL INSURANCE for comedians. This would include coverage for mental health issues, a common occupational hazard or prerequisite for being a comedian in the first place.


SUPPORTING COMEDIANS ON THE GROUND "How can we help?" is our motto. Whether you're a comic off the turnip truck or a burned out vet, sometimes advice and a simple and friendly conversation with someone in the know can help.


WORKSHOPS Not a "networking thing," screw that. All workshops at the Foundation will focus on the human element of being a comedian. Not The Business. Guest lecturers and workshops will feature Kelly Carlin, the daughter of the late great George Carlin. Kelly teaches a wonderful workshop on how to get control of the creativity deep down within and make it work for you.


THE HECKLER FUND One-time financial grants will help qualified comedians who may be experiencing rent or alimony problems. An interview process will determine eligibility.


ADDICTION SERVICES. One of the "Foundation Friends" is Kitty Bruce. Daughter of the late great Lenny Bruce, Kitty runs Lenny's House, a foundation helping young single women with addiction issues. In addition, TLF is networked into many local addiction services.


COMEDIANS FOR COMEDIANS COMEDY GALA will be the big fund raising show. Many top comedians have already lent their names and more info as this develops, but I promise you this..... From the man who brought Jerry Lewis to the London Palladium, I think you can expect the unexpected.


REGULAR MEETINGS Leave your networking hat at the door. These gatherings are open to comedians and will serve as sort of group-therapy between comedians. Sharing stories and hearing other's stories. That's the way we do it!

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