Donation As Wedding Favor

By amy elliott we love wedding favors like chocolates or scented candles as much as the next person but let s face it making a charitable donation instead can be even more gracious and meaningful.

Donation as wedding favor. Here s what to know about charitable wedding favors don t mention it on your invites. Myka meier founder and director of beaumont etiquette suggests skipping mentioning. If you want to make a donation instead of buying favors that is totally a ok but don t.

Donation in lieu of favors. Couples can choose charity donations as wedding favors for a couple of different reasons. You might consider putting a note on the back of the menu or leaving a small edible treat with a tag attached explaining the donation in lieu of a wedding favor.

Some believe it is better for the environment because the favor doesn t end up in the landfill when the wedding is over not to mention the use of resources to make and deliver the favors in the first place. The card includes a seeded plantable paper heart that guests can plant and wildflowers will grow so technically they re receiving a small favor and you re sending a donation to the charity of your choice. On a day in which you will be showered with so much love attention and gifts it will do your hearts good to give a little back.