What? You're confused? Mustaches? For kids?

Yes. Mustaches for Kids. We admit that it's a somewhat unusual concept, so we've collected some answers to the questions we get:

 

Q. Is this a joke?

A. No. Since its inception in 1999, hundreds of Growers in the US and Canada have joined Mustaches for Kids for Kids, raising over $500,000. for the Make-A-Wish Foundation, and other children's charities. This year, we are giving our support to a selected charity, who fund to improve the life of children.

 

Q. I'm a woman. Can I join?

A. Mustaches for Kids does not discriminate against anyone on the basis of sex, age, nationality, or anything else you can think of. Anyone can raise money for the cause. Just remember, "The Mustache is more in the heart than on the face!

 

Q. How do I become a Grower?

A. To grow with us you simply have to commit to shaving on Nov. 13 and growing a mustache through Dec. 13. You are of course encouraged to use this potentially humiliating month to raise money for Chicago area students. There are many ways to get started as an official cash-&-stache-making Grower.

1) Register or fill out our contact form to get on our mailing list, you'll receive instructions on setting up your account and then you'll get updates on our local events;

2) So long as you start with a Clean Shave on Nov. 13, you're welcome to show up at any of our events and announce that you're growing;

 

Q. I want to do it, but I'm scared.

A. Technically, that is not a question, but we will respond nonetheless. We suggest you step up to the plate. It's time to overcome your fears and grow a Mustache for a good cause. Remember, there's no "I" in "Mustache".

 

Q. What will I tell my friends/co-workers/loved ones who object to my Mustache and ridicule me for it?

A. Do what we do. Fix them with a steely gaze and tell them the truth: "It's for the kids." Then ask them to make a donation.

 

Q. Why Mustaches? Why the silly name?

A. This is not your typical fundraising organization. We believe in doing good and having a good time doing it.

 

Q. Are you sure this isn't a joke?

A. Positive.

 

Q. Swear?

A. We swear to all that we hold holy that this is not a joke; we need your support.

 

Q. How do I contact Mustaches for Kids of Emerald Isle?

A. You can visit the web site by going to www.m4k-ei.org. You can email us directly at info@m4k-ei.org. Better yet, you can meet us in person at one of our Mustache Checkpoints!