Cause You Need A Laugh

Cause You Need A LaughCause You Need A LaughCause You Need A Laugh
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Cause You Need A Laugh

Cause You Need A LaughCause You Need A LaughCause You Need A Laugh
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Our mission: raise money for charities through laughter.

Combined we have 18+ years of Stand-up experience and 23+ years of producing experience. We make it easy to put on a fantastic fundraiser...plus there are NO upfront fees.

founders of Cause you need a laugh

Laurie "Yellow Sweater" Newkirk

Laurie "Yellow Sweater" Newkirk

Laurie "Yellow Sweater" Newkirk

Laurie is a professional stand-up comedian with a production background as a top field producer for the Emmy-winning TV show "Teen Kids News." As the Artistic Director of The Acting Company of Greenwich, her productions set attendance records at the theater.

Gina O'Connell

Laurie "Yellow Sweater" Newkirk

Laurie "Yellow Sweater" Newkirk

In addition to being a professional Stand-up, Gina is an in demand comedy MC/Host. Her winning personality and ability at putting people at ease, and in a good mood, helps them give generously at fundraisers.

Mat Orefice

Laurie "Yellow Sweater" Newkirk

Mat Orefice

 * Semi-finalist Funniest Comic in Connecticut *


In addition to being a top professional Stand-up, Mat is a leading Brand Marketer working with Fortune 500 companies.

Testimonials

"This group will light up your night with their witty, dry, devilishly brilliant humor!"

~ Kirsten B.
Fundraising Co-Chair, NFHS

"Thank you for a GREAT time! The comedians, the turnout, the fun -- every bit of it was fantastic!"

~ Jule D. 

Director Human and Social Services, Town of Fairfield

"What a wonderful night!! It was a terrific fund raiser...and friend raiser!"

~ Reverend Sara 

President of Nourish Bridgeport

We customize your event for outstanding results

Nourish Bridgeport 2 with headliner Andy Pitz and special guest Bill Santiago

We select the right number of comedians for your event

  • Usually there are 4 to 6 stand-ups 
  • Plus a comedy host
  • We adjust the number based on the length and type of event. 


Photo: Nourish Bridgeport 2 with headliner Andy Pitz and special guest Bill Santiago

We select the right type of humor

We do comedy for adults. Our humor is:

  • clean [PG-16] material
  • no smut or politics
  • only subjects with universal appeal



Photo: New Fairfield Senior Center with Barbara Miller and Bill Greene

We've perform all over:

  • Connecticut 
  • Westchester 
  • NYC
  • ...even on a boat!


Photo: Ladies Night at Comedy in Harlem with Tiffanee Giggles 

We can provide everything you need

In addition to the show itself, we can handle:

  • Online ticket sales
  • Check-in at the door 
  • Poster design
  • Social Media image
  • Email blasts
  • Press release
  • Event program


Photo: Nourish Bridgeport 1 with headliner Christine O'Leary (far right) Blackrock Dave, Avery Quinn, Elieen Fitzpatrick Fickes, Magic Dwayne and Downtown Lori


There is NO UPFRONT FEE to the charity, we get paid through a percentage of ticket sales

We only make money if you make money.


Click Contact Us and let us help you put the FUN in Fundraising!

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Top places our stand-ups have performed

Charity Hilarity founders have performed at the Stress Factory Comedy Club

Charities we've raised money for include:


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THANK YOU TO BRANDT Johnson for the logo design! 

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