We are a Nonprofit 501(c)3 Charitable Organization
Our Charities
Helping Thru Humor will donate a small portion of EVERY SHOW from EVERY DONOR to the following organizations. They stand for values we wish to empower and help finance so they can continue to help as many others as possible thru their hard work and passionate dedication. Please look at what they do and if so moved, please feel free to contact them individually, and perhaps donate a few extra dollars.
Laughter Saves Lives Foundation
The mission of the Laughter Saves Lives Foundation is to provide assistance to first responders and military personnel trying to overcome financial hardships due to unforeseen tragedy or illness. As a retired FDNY fireman, founder John Larrochia wanted to establish a foundation and tour to remember all these brave individuals who perished on 9/11 and to honor those who do not hesitate to put their lives in harms way to help others in time of an emergency. Learn More
A Chance to Dance
When dance teacher Kim Smith was unable to find a program for her differently-abled daughter, she combined her love of teaching dance, her determination to give all children the opportunity to express themselves artistically, and her conviction that through Reagans Wish, a charity inspired by Kim’s daughter, she could give EVERY child A Chance to Dance. Learn More
Carolina Crown
“Developing Lifelong Excellence in Young People.” We achieve this through performance opportunities and a commitment to education in the performing arts with core values of integrity, commitment, respect and excellence. Learn More
Brian Calhoun
Music and Drums
Brian Calhoun is a versatile Professional Drummer and Percussion Educator from Long Island, NY. Brian has an extensive background in both Drum-Set & Marching Percussion. Brian is known for his innovative teaching methods & ability to adapt even the most complex lessons to any students learning style. Brian has had tremendous success teaching both General Education & Special Education students. Brian has numerous history making accomplishments to his credit & is considered one of the top instructors in the world for students with disabilities.. Learn More
Free Players Drum and Bugle Corp
Free Players Drum and Bugle Corps is the first differently abled drum and bugle corps/marching band in the world. Established in 2010 by director Brian Calhoun, Free Players was developed to help program participants achieve their goals and dreams through music education, dance/colorguard equipment instruction and inclusive community based performances. Learn More
Jersey Surf
By combining a positive attitude with commitment to living every day in the pursuit of our “personal best” there is virtually no limit to what we can accomplish. The Jersey Surf is a New Jersey non-profit corporation dedicated to providing quality educational opportunities for young people in the performing arts which also promotes the social and artistic development of the participants. Learn More
Phantom Regiment
Providing life changing experiences through performing arts education and to create an inspired community of empowered and passionate legacy of future leaders. Learn More