How do you ask for money on a wedding invitation?

Answer 1

You don't ask on the invitation- that's straight tacky

Money is actually a better way for all those concerned. It is easier for the guests to give money than to go through pages of registered gifts at different stores and it also gives the Bride/Groom to be the money to buy the things they need or save it towards their honeymoon or a home.

You can put .... 'In lieu of gifts a money tree will be set up at the reception entrance.' Be sure you have someone there looking after the money tree and also being sure the guests put their envelopes with money on the tree while they sign in on the Wedding Registration book.

IMPORTANT NOTE: When asking for money you should go to a craft store and buy small colored envelopes (your choice of color) and slip it into each invitation along with the Invitation for RSVP (seeing which guests are coming and how many.) This is a great way for people giving money to give it without being embarrassed as not all people can afford a lot of money. You won't know who gave you what unless it is a family member and they will generally give it to you in private.

A money tree can be made out of anything, but resembles a tree. At any craft store one can get fancy little clothes pegs to attach the gift envelope onto the tree. It is important to know that some people may still give you a gift so have your Maid of Honor be sure to put what gifts certain people gave on the wedding card when you are opening your gifts

Congratulations!

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Answer 2

There is no nice and polite way to ask for money on a wedding invitation. It is always wise to have registered somewhere so you get some of the things that you want or need. You can say that you respectfully ask for no gifts, but that doesn't' mean people will give you money. Some couples have a box for checks or gift cards, or a money tree, but that is on the gift table and not talked about before the ceremony.

Answer 3

We printed this poem on a separate card and sent it with the invite; Our Wishing Well To our very special guests To start our new life so solid and strong, As we have been together so long. Instead of us having a "Wedding Gift List", We would be delighted for you to give us a wish. We hope you don't think us too direct, But six toasters and ten kettles are too much to collect. Our wishing will is a novel idea, For you, our friends to give us a cheer. Your cheer may include a monetary amount, As little or as much as you think that will count. Thank you so much for your love and care, Friends like you are something rare.

Answer 4

Many brides and grooms today get married later in life and have already accumulated all the household items that they need. What they could really use is some extra cash (they've been dying to remodel their bathroom.) However, blatantly asking for specific gifts - monetary or otherwise - is in poor taste. Just imagine an invitation that reads: "I could really use some new shoes - please send me some strappy sandals."

What you can do is let guests know if they ask that the bride prefers cash gifts. Send shower invites without registry information; inquiring guests will ask where the couple is registered, presenting a perfect opportunity to respond with the bride's preference. Some guests will still prefer to give a tangible gift, so the couple should register for a few items. Avoid drawing attention to the cash with a "money tree," or other cash-displaying gimmick, so guests bringing tangible gifts don't feel awkward. Simply display all cards and gifts together for the bride to open and acknowledge. Bottom line? The happy bride-to-be should always remember to feel privileged, not entitled.

Answer 5

I would think that is sort of tacky. I personally would not feel good as a guest opening up an invitation and the bride and groom are actually telling me to give them money. Besides, the majority of wedding guests do give money as a gift, so that wouldn't be a problem anyway.

Answer 6

You can say " instead of a real gift we would rather you to bring a small amount of money so that (whoever the party is for) can put it to good use" ( you may want to include what they want to buy or how the money will be used )

Answer 7

• It is true that many people would prefer to either go to a store that the bride is registered at or, give money or a gift card, but, it is rather crass to ask outright for monetary gifts. The easier way around this is to say there is a 'money tree.' The money tree can be bought at most craft shops with little pegs for the card with the money in it. Be sure that someone writes down who gave money in the cards. Even though you ask for money you will probably receive some gifts as well from others that may not agree with this.

Answer 8

You can say that you already have everything needed for your household, but you would wish for some contributions for a nice and memorable honeymoon for example.

Answer 9

Instead of asking for cash as a baby shower gift, you could request a gift card to your favorite baby store. Some stores will let you add gift cards to your baby gift registry.

Answer 10

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