Project Vote - how much can you chip in?

[Shallah]

How much do you want to put into the medal project? Help the organizers get a general idea of how much money will be available for the medal.

[Kwadruple]

At this point, if the voters so far (59) contribute this much at least, it's $1118. Not bad, considering there are still about 150 people who wanted to help in the original thread! Thanks for posting this Shallah!!

[justsk8]

So far $1188- almost $1200 with 62 people. :)

[deanna35]

I'll contribute $25. Let me know where to send it!:) :)

[gotspeedyfingers]

I will give 25 dollars. Where do I send it????

[LatinoDude02]

hi i JUST read all of the pages on the thread, and MY GOD, you guys are all angels with such sweet hearts and i am just blown away! I love you guys! :) I'm only 18 (without a job! HAHA) so I'll contribute $5. . .
this has really put a smile on my face! Michelle deserves it, she's earned it. Our champion :)

[katializ]

just tell me when and where I should send the money to,
liz

[Kwadruple]

We aren't ready to send money just yet, but I appreciate the enthusiasm!! Before people send money, we need to finalize everything and get a final cost for construction. This poll is just to get an idea of how much money we can expect, and to keep everybody motivated!

[Shallah]

before we finalize the medal size and whether the core will be gold or silver coated with platinum. If you are not sure how much you can and want to give vote for the smallest amount you are *sure* you can contibute so we don't over estimate our resources.

[Cole50]

I added it up, about $1513 now......and that's if the $50 donators are just $50 and not more......

[ArmchairFigureSkater]

I would like to contribute $25. Just let me know when you guys need it

[beegirllw]

I came to vote, but I can't find anything to click. I am willing to donate at least $25. Is the polling closed on this?

[Carrie50]

You can put me down for $25. Just let me know when and how. :)

[JinGXionG]

it just depends
if this thing happens soemthing next year
i may be able to contribute as much as $200

JingXionG

[barbnf]

Folks i am happy to contribute $1,000 ... this is a measure of my esteem for Michelle Kwan ... I want her to know how much I care ... but I do NOT need her to know how much I contributed ...

I also wish to acknowledge that a gift of $1 is as meaningful for those who can only contribute $1 because of life circumstances -- I have been there, too ... I truly understand ... but life is starting to be very good for me, so I want to share what it is I can ... I don't want to miss this opportuity to do so ... please understand my motivation ... I am sure many others in the $50 or more camp will meet or exceed my contribution and I welcome that ... all for Michelle Kwan ... a chance for all of us to express the depth of our appreciation for all of her hard work, for her character, and for the excellence she represents ... she is truly America's role model and I truly love that ... Thank you, Michelle ... Thankyouveryverymuch!!!!!!

[FlashOBlue]

$50.00 for me.

[skatingfan5]

and so much money pledged already! By my last count (with 110+ people voting), there was almost $3000. And that is just assuming $50 from the contributors in the last bracket. It is also heartening to see from the other poll that a large majority favor donating to a charitable cause, in addition to the medal for Michelle. I think this will mean a lot to her. When I indicated how much $$ I would be willing to contribute, I thought it was just for the medal; now that it seems likely that we will also be making a donation to a charity, I will be giving much more.

[Sk8Fan]

I can give $25. It's heartwarming to see so many people willing to donate to a project like this! I know it will mean the world to Michelle. :)

[kyla]

At least $100.00, very possibly more.

[probativev]

I second everything barbnf said. I already voted for $50+ but I'm pledging in $500 if we can actually get this together. I don't want to be acknowledge for the amount I'm giving either and I prefer to be anonymous among all the many fans donating, and we need all the $1 or $5 donors just as much! I or anyone here alone cannot make this happen. This will only happen with the efforts of all of us.

Thanks.

[Frumpy]

That is very generous of you. Wow. Thank you so much for your help!

[Cole50]

The totals are $3113 so far.....
And once again, that's if the $50 and over donations are JUST $50......so it's for sure over $3113 at this point. :) And that is with 153 poster pledgin money......
Thanks everyone.....keep responding...

[star lily01]

I pitch in $25! Just let me know who to send the check to!

Annette :)

[Kwadruple]

I am amazed at the generosity of our posters! As others have said, even $1 and 5 donations are needed! I can't wait until we get this figured out! Thanks guys!

[iloveskating]

Wow! This is really amazing!

[shirleyprice1]

Isn't shallah great ? email me and let me know where to send the money. flowerlady644@cs.com

[bagelpuss]

I can donate $25! I think this is such a great idea and can you imagine Michelle's face when she sees how much her fans love her?

[lilpnoy847]

Well...I'm gonna sound like a real cheap @$$ but I'm gonna go ahead and donate anyway... 15 dollars for me! But I cant seem to find the 'button' where you tally in the votes.

[lilpnoy847]

NEVERMIND...I got it! :lol

[ChinkYeeBoy]

$10 from me!!!

Sorry, 18 no job, off to college...

But I love Michelle!

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[Felicity8]

I can give $25. Just tell me where to send it!

[dcradel]

Put me down for $25. I wish that I could contribute more, but I am already in the doghouse with my husband since I spent a LOT of money on the olympic tickets. I got tickets in the lower bowl for the ladies free skate from a ticket broker if that give you any idea ;)

[Taina]

Put me with $25.00 also.

[Cole50]

$3814 now......and that's if the $50 donations are ONLY $50
I am quite sure we are well over $4000

[MKBeliever]

Count me in too.......I will donate 25 dollars......I am more than happy to do it!!!!

Let me know where to send the money!! :)

[justsk8]

$3854! :)

(with 50+ being 50)

[savvysearch]

Everyone, if this idea is chosen, try to donate even if its a 50 cent check!

[michellekwansfan]

...LOL on the 50-cent check idea!!! I have so many extra checks, I should just write a whole bunch of those and send them in...:lol :lol :lol :lol :lol :lol :lol

Seriously, I'll give as much money as I can. I voted in one of the lower categories, but that's because I'm 20 years old and living on my own trying to earn college money. I just wanted to make sure I could give what I pledged for. If circumstances allow, I will give more, since apparently my heart is bigger than my wallet (which isn't necessarily saying a whole lot, but I LOVE Michelle and this whole project idea!). Cheers to everyone -- you are some of the most generous and caring people I've ever met! :) :) :)

-- michellekwansfan

[JinGXionG]

yeah
we should try
even though u are not so well off and dont donate
i personally would respect youe decision
In this chat Everyone is Equal( I hope)


JinGXionG
Keeper Of Michelle's Grace™

[marajade12]

I can do twenty, but unfortunatly I'm not sure how to send it since my dad would have a fit if he knew I was contributing, hmmm maybe if I told him I was sending it to a charitable cause in michlles name. Is there anyway to send cash since it can't be traced?

[Skatingfan2002]

Well I could probably give from $10-$25....just let me know where and when I need to send it. I wish I could donate more but it's all I can afford at the moment after attending Nationals and the Olympics. :)

[mholdr]

I voted for a $25 donation !

let me know when and where to send it !

[belladella]

I voted for the $50.00 +. I can contribute $250

[choreography]

Count me in for $100.00

[Raquellina]

I just want to reiterate that every bit counts. If you would like to contribute, but aren't able to contribute $$ - then please consider giving ideas and/or time.

I love that so many people are willing to open their wallets, along with their hearts. Let us all remember, that some people have deeper wallets. Recently (in the past 5 months), elementary students gathered pennies for the victims of the September 11th tragedy. Those pennies added up to very real amounts, and have brought joy and laughter to those that never thought to smile again. Once again, every cent counts.

[justsk8]

Wow guys, this is awesome! :) I just want to re-reiterate (lol, that's my new word!) that every bit does really does help. :)

[Cole50]

$4507 with $50 counting as only $50......
Wow!! :)

[mkdreamer07]

I can put in $25 but if it turns out more is needed I'll increase my donation

[Raquellina]

"Re-reiterate"!!!! I love it! <chuckles>

Hey all! We should do fundraising for more causes! This has been fabulous!

[aam72]

I can donate $100 dollars.

What a wonderful idea! Michelle will be so touched. I really feel privileged to be a part of such a wonderful and caring group of people.

[silliest putty]

At <!--EZCODE ITALIC START--> least<!--EZCODE ITALIC END--> $4842, and counting!! almost $5000 you guys! I'd just like to say that, really, just looking at how much time/etc ppl are putting into this...you guys are amazing! I'm so sorry I haven't been keeping up/haven't been <!--EZCODE ITALIC START--> really<!--EZCODE ITALIC END-->contributing... $10 from me--I wish I could give more:( Please let me know if there's anything else I can do to help.

[nonpareil]

I'm in for $25. Thank goodness for the terrific people who thought of doing this. I've been so depressed about the Olympics (not only MK, but the judging scandal as well). This is really lifting my spirits and I'm sure Michelle will love it.

[justsk8]

We are awesome guys! $4982 as of right now, counting all the 50+ as just 50. We basically have $5000- that's amazing! :)

[SusanaDalia]

If everyone donates at least what they voted for, then we currently have $4997. WOW!!!!

[Lara F]

Make that over $5000 now (even though I'm not rich). :)

[Shallah]

if you cannot afford it. As much as I would love to I am unable to make a large one myself. do what you can, the idea here is for lots of small donations from many fans adding up to buy one big gift for Michelle. Sometime later if you are doing better and wish to honor Michelle make a donation to CMN in Michelle's honor, donate to your favorite charity or to the USFSA Memorial Fund (which helps poor skaters keep going) again saying it is in her honor. Many charities will notify people when gifts are made in their honor :-) Do what you comfortably can. I am sure Michelle would not like her fans going into debt for this.

[Lucy]

Sorry it took so long for me to vote. This is the first day that this board has loaded in a decent time since the Olympics.

Hey, DO NOT FEEL BADLY if you can not donate as much as the next poster!!! Every bit counts! :) No one needs to know how much anyone donated.

This whole concept is great, you guys. I am proud to belong to this forum! :) :)

[KWANATIC]

i can only donate 10 right now, but maybe more later. Please keep all informed so we can know to whom to send the money and when.
I think this is a great idea. I read that Russia is presenting Irina a special gold medal. I think it is great that michelle's FANS are probably giving her a platinum. Oh, i didnt vote in that post, but i would say platinum would be best!

[gbpisces]

Count me in for $25.00.......

[kwanette]

$50..I can give more if th eproject isn't finished by July. I get the rest of my retirement incentive then.

[justsk8]

Congratulations everyone, it looks like we will have over $5000 if this poll is near true to what we will really end up with!

Again, like some have said before me and I've said in other threads, do not feel badly if you can not give a big donation- like Shallah said, the idea is for a bunch of smaller donations that really add up- and they do! :)

[hathorlive]

maybe more once I know what time the money is needed. Some parts of the month are kinder than others~

I think the people on this board are awesome!
And I am stunned by the giving natures of the posters here.

Cynthia

[dadof4]

I will put in $100. Just tell me where tosend it.

[Hexaprismane]

I am kind of indigent, so I can only contribute $10. Wish I could contribute more... Has there been any arrangements on where to send the contribution?

[judysween]

I have been a fan of Michelle's since she was 13 years old. She is a like a daughter to me.
I have watched her grown and mature into a lovely young woman. It broke my heart to see
her lose again. I never prayed so hard to God to let her win. I want to contribute. Please let
me know where to send my check.

[Leah]

I will chip in at least $25. I just found this forum today and am soooo happy that this project is going on! I can't wait to see what happens!
Please let me know if there is ANYTHING I can help with! :D

[Mazeppa]

Hello all. I have been to this site many times (best MK site..so much info) and I finally have to write something. YES YES I will chip in $25 needed for my Michelle. She is like a daughter to me I have watched her for 10 years and am so proud of her. I have often fought with myself on the best skate Michelle has ever performed and after seeing her skate to Fields of Gold at the exb. I now know. That skate was one of the most beautiful things I have ever seen. I was in such shock after the long program I could not cry and Michelle help me thru that and I cried like a baby as she skated to FOG. She is the Greatest and will always be!

By the way after that skate she made Hughs look like Reba McEntire in Drag!

[boosfun]

i'll put in at least $25

[kwanluv]

I'm in for $25 as well :)

[Julie D from MUA]

Up to 5632.00. I will include at least 10.00. Perhaps more if I get to work a bunch over spring break!

[Chinamerican]

Ahhh, i've haven't visited the forum in 2 weeks but it seems like everything is running smoothly. I can definately put in $25 or more. Just tell me who to make the check out to and where to send.

Email: I_PLAY_GOD@yahoo.com

Good Work people!

[TwinnerA]

I'm in for at least $50!

Alice

[Shallah]

$5,783 counting the $50 or more amount as $50 :-)

[Shallah]

again counting the $50 or more as $50 only:
$5,818

[GoldenMichelle]

Both my fiance and I are out of work right now, but I'd be willing to chip in at leas $5 more if we have some money by the time its needed.

[nsyncg]

i think i'll be able to give $10 at least. i have a question, how do u pay by money order? thanks!

[MKfan4ever]

Please put me in for $25

[Shallah]

here:
pub1.ezboard.com/fmichell...2878.topic (http://pub1.ezboard.com/fmichellekwanforummkfanchat.showMessage?topicID=12 878.topic)

[Terri]

The total is $5959 so far.