The mission of the Health Alliance of Chicago Comedians (HACC) is to provide Chicago-area comedians access to affordable health, wellness, and prevention services to strengthen their quality of life in support of our vibrant comedy culture while advocating for universal healthcare for all Illinoisans.

Our Mission

  1. Comedy is a valuable artistic expression.

  2. Healthcare is a universal human right.

  3. Advocating for universal access to healthcare can and should go hand-in-hand with advancing access to healthcare in the system we currently have.

  4. Comedians perform an important role in a thriving democracy, and protecting their right to perform freely will protect free expression for all.

  5. Local culture and economic vitality are important and require intentional cultivation.

  6. The best advocates for any community are the members of that community.

Our Values

Our Plan

We are currently fundraising to launch our first class of HACC comics in the fall of 2026. These comics will have part of their health insurance premiums covered by HACC. Sign up for news and updates (below) to stay up-to-date on our progress!

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