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The Man in the Mirror Project
Frequently Asked Questions
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How did The Man in the Mirror Project start?
A group of "This Is It" ticket-holders saddened by the King of Pop's sudden passing initiated the
project to honor Michael's life and to express their appreciation of his philanthropic work.
Why is the project titled "The Man in the Mirror Project"?
The lyrics of Michael Jackson's hit "Man in the Mirror" emphasize individual accountability to assist
the less fortunate. The song begins with the declaration: "Gonna make a change, for once in my life.
Gonna feel real good -- gonna make a difference..." The song continues to describe poverty and
misfortune in the world, asking "Who am I to be blind, pretending not to see their needs?"
In the end, Michael determines that making the world a better place starts with taking personal
responsibility "because when you close your heart...then you close your mind'.
Why are "This Is It" ticket-holders particularly encouraged to make a donation?
Ticket-holders include some of Michael's biggest fans. Many will receive a refund for the cost of
their tickets, placing them in a unique position to make a donation.
Vendors sold approximately 800,000 tickets to Michael's much-anticipated shows in London. The
value of the ticket refunds will approximate $85,000,000. Imagine the impact of $85,000,000 in
charitable contributions. What better way to remember and honor Michael's life? We believe that
Michael would have appreciated the gesture.
Do I have to be a "This Is It" ticket holder to make a pledge?
No! All fans wishing to honor and celebrate Michael's life may pledge to one or more of the
charities which Michael supported.
Okay, I'm on board. What do I do next?
Learn about Michael's dedication to humanitarian organizations here and then review the list of
charitable organizations he supported. After you have determined the size of your donation and
identified which charity or charities you will pledge to, please complete and submit our pledge form
found here. Then make your donation directly with the organization(s).
Do I have to make a donation to one of the charities on the list?
No. Feel free to donate to any charity that fosters the values Michael supported.
Am I eligible to receive a tax deduction for my donation?
Please confirm the tax-exempt status of any particular organization with that organization. You
should also consult your country's taxation bureau and/or your personal tax advisors to confirm that a
tax deduction or credit is available for your contribution.
Is The Man in the Mirror Project affiliated with any of the organizations listed?
No. The Man in the Mirror Project is not affiliated with and does not endorse any of the
organizations found on this website. We are not responsible for any information provided by such
organizations (through their websites or otherwise). We encourage every donor to learn more about
each organization by contacting the organization directly. We also encourage you to review our
disclaimer found at the bottom of the "Charities" page.
How does the pledge form work?
The pledge form is based on an honor system and is simply a way to track our success. It is not a
legally binding agreement. It is used to track donations only.
Can The Man in the Mirror Project arrange the donation for me?
No. All donations must be made by the donor to the organization or organizations directly.
Do I need to supply The Man in the Mirror Project with any financial information?
No. The Man in the Mirror Project will never ask you for your financial information and does not
accept funds of any kind. However we encourage you to complete a pledge form telling us about your
planned or completed donations in Michael's honor.
Why do you require my name and email address?
Individual names and email addresses are used to help ensure the accuracy of our pledge system.
We will not sell, rent, swap, disclose or authorize any third party to use your e-mail address or personal
information without your permission. If you have any questions, please contact us at
info@maninthemirrorproject.org.
A group of "This Is It" ticket-holders saddened by the King of Pop's sudden passing initiated the
project to honor Michael's life and to express their appreciation of his philanthropic work.
Why is the project titled "The Man in the Mirror Project"?
The lyrics of Michael Jackson's hit "Man in the Mirror" emphasize individual accountability to assist
the less fortunate. The song begins with the declaration: "Gonna make a change, for once in my life.
Gonna feel real good -- gonna make a difference..." The song continues to describe poverty and
misfortune in the world, asking "Who am I to be blind, pretending not to see their needs?"
In the end, Michael determines that making the world a better place starts with taking personal
responsibility "because when you close your heart...then you close your mind'.
Why are "This Is It" ticket-holders particularly encouraged to make a donation?
Ticket-holders include some of Michael's biggest fans. Many will receive a refund for the cost of
their tickets, placing them in a unique position to make a donation.
Vendors sold approximately 800,000 tickets to Michael's much-anticipated shows in London. The
value of the ticket refunds will approximate $85,000,000. Imagine the impact of $85,000,000 in
charitable contributions. What better way to remember and honor Michael's life? We believe that
Michael would have appreciated the gesture.
Do I have to be a "This Is It" ticket holder to make a pledge?
No! All fans wishing to honor and celebrate Michael's life may pledge to one or more of the
charities which Michael supported.
Okay, I'm on board. What do I do next?
Learn about Michael's dedication to humanitarian organizations here and then review the list of
charitable organizations he supported. After you have determined the size of your donation and
identified which charity or charities you will pledge to, please complete and submit our pledge form
found here. Then make your donation directly with the organization(s).
Do I have to make a donation to one of the charities on the list?
No. Feel free to donate to any charity that fosters the values Michael supported.
Am I eligible to receive a tax deduction for my donation?
Please confirm the tax-exempt status of any particular organization with that organization. You
should also consult your country's taxation bureau and/or your personal tax advisors to confirm that a
tax deduction or credit is available for your contribution.
Is The Man in the Mirror Project affiliated with any of the organizations listed?
No. The Man in the Mirror Project is not affiliated with and does not endorse any of the
organizations found on this website. We are not responsible for any information provided by such
organizations (through their websites or otherwise). We encourage every donor to learn more about
each organization by contacting the organization directly. We also encourage you to review our
disclaimer found at the bottom of the "Charities" page.
How does the pledge form work?
The pledge form is based on an honor system and is simply a way to track our success. It is not a
legally binding agreement. It is used to track donations only.
Can The Man in the Mirror Project arrange the donation for me?
No. All donations must be made by the donor to the organization or organizations directly.
Do I need to supply The Man in the Mirror Project with any financial information?
No. The Man in the Mirror Project will never ask you for your financial information and does not
accept funds of any kind. However we encourage you to complete a pledge form telling us about your
planned or completed donations in Michael's honor.
Why do you require my name and email address?
Individual names and email addresses are used to help ensure the accuracy of our pledge system.
We will not sell, rent, swap, disclose or authorize any third party to use your e-mail address or personal
information without your permission. If you have any questions, please contact us at
info@maninthemirrorproject.org.
