FAQ
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 have joined Mustaches for Kids, and have raised hundreds of thousands of dollars for the Make-A-Wish Foundation, an organization that grants the wishes of children with terminal illnesses. Some chapters (like the Iowa Chapter) have local charities that are in particular need (flooding). Still, keeping with the theme of “Mustaches for Kids”, the charity selections benefit the little ones. After all, nobody wants to change the name, because that’s a lot of work for Steve the website guy.
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. 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” but there is one in “Lip Rug”. Look to the stache!
Q. What will I tell my friends/co-workers/loved ones/employers 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. And we like to drink beer.
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. The kids need us! The beer stuff is true too, but mostly the kids need us.
Q. How do I contact Mustaches for Kids Iowa Chapter?
A. Visit our website, at m4kiowa.org If you are reading this right now on the website, and not on a piece of paper, then congrats! You found the website! You can email us directly at info@m4kiowa.org. Better yet, you can meet us in person at one of our Mustache Checkpoints. We’re very handsome and become increasingly so as the Growing Season continues.
Q. How Do I Donate?
A. Couple options here. Find a grower, and make a donation in person. You can find them around town, being followed by groups of attractive co-eds, or maybe at a mustache checkpoint at Gus’ in North Liberty. Perhaps the Stache Bash? Or, you can send a check made out to “BGCCR” or “Boys and Girls Club of Cedar Rapids” to the following address:
I cannot stress the whole “make checks out to BGCCR” thing enough. But I guess I already said it twice, so I suppose I can say it enough. Just don’t make checks out to James McDonald. He cannot be trusted with anything other than growing a devious mustache.