[notresidenter]

I'm waiting for someone to mention how buying bed nets would be better but, in the mean time: their work is emotionally impactful and it's a great project.

[dgb23]

My thought is that clowns are very good at making people laugh and perhaps less at installing healthcare infrastructure.

Also spreading joy can be just as important as material needs. It's an orthogonal dimension.

[yboris]

For those unsure of the reference, bednets are arguably one of the most cost-effective ways to make a positive impact in people's lives:

https://www.givewell.org/charities/top-charities <-- see Against Malaria Foundation