Comic Relief US
Ayo Roach is a seasoned philanthropy professional with extensive experience in grant programs and strategic advisory roles. Currently serving as Senior Vice President of Grant Programs at Comic Relief US since December 2020, Ayo has previously held positions such as Vice President and Director of Grant Programs within the organization. Prior to Comic Relief US, Ayo founded GROW Philanthropies in 2018, offering consulting services in philanthropy, impact, leadership, and DEI strategy. Ayo's earlier roles include Philanthropic Advisor at the Nelson Rockefeller Jr. Family Office and Senior Program Officer at the David Rockefeller Family Office. Ayo holds a Bachelor of Arts in History from Spelman College and attended George School.
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Comic Relief US
Comic Relief US is committed to breaking the cycle of intergenerational poverty. Through the power of entertainment, we drive awareness and amplify the voices of the most under-resourced communities. Since its launch in the US in 2015, Comic Relief US has fundraised over $330 million in total, with $275 million raised through its signature Red Nose Day campaign. Comic Relief US invests in 56 nonprofit and community-led organizations with programs focused on tackling the root causes and consequences of poverty and social injustice. We support initiatives and policies that advance economic opportunity and leadership development in communities directly impacted by intergenerational poverty. As a connector and convener, we engage the public, corporate and nonprofit partners to raise awareness and funds to address the world's most pressing social issues. With seven years of steady success, Comic Relief US is looking forward to evolving and diversifying its platform. The organization is scaling for growth by launching innovative campaigns, and creating new funds to establish new models for social impact. Comic Relief US is a sister organization to Comic Relief UK, which has raised over $1 billion since its launch in the UK in 1988. Comic Relief was co-founded by Richard Curtis, a film writer and director, behind films such as Four Weddings and a Funeral, Notting Hill, Bridget Jones’ Diary, Love Actually, and Mr. Bean. Richard is also a UN Sustainable Development Goals Advocate.