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Taylor
Beginner November 2021

How many “in Lieu of Favors” cards to get??

Taylor, on September 29, 2021 at 8:15 AM Posted in Etiquette and Advice 0 7
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My wedding is in 44 (!!!!) days and I am realizing how many little things I still need to get. 🥴 Instead if favors we are deciding to make a donation to the American Cancer Society to honor my mother and I am wondering how many “In Lieu of” cards I need to get. I feel like if I get a card for every seat it might be a) wasteful and b) crowded with the menu on the place setting. But I don’t know what is customary. Instead, should I just put one note on each table? Or when guests walk in near the guest book?

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Latest activity by Theresa, on September 29, 2021 at 9:22 PM
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    Super March 2022
    JA ·
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    I'd just put a sign on the welcome/gift table
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    Maggie ·
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    I agree. No one needs a personalized card for this.

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  • Ariel
    Devoted October 2021
    Ariel ·
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    Yes by the guestbook is a great idea. If you have a table for cards and gifts it could also be placed there.
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  • Jacks
    Rockstar November 2054
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    I don't think you need cards for that. I would just place a small sign as others have suggested. Sorry for your loss.

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  • Lenard
    Beginner October 2022
    Lenard ·
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    I agree that a nice sign would be sufficient! No need to waste time money and resources!
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    Willow ·
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    I never understood "in lieu of favors" cards. Favors are not expected or required. It also comes off as a little defensive and preachy


    Maybe have a small sign by the guestbook that says, "Thank you for attending. We support the American Cancer Society, and have gifted in your honor"
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    Expert May 2010
    Theresa ·
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    I think cards would only be necessary, or at least a nice gesture, if you were asking for guests to contribute to the American Cancer Society in lieu of wedding gifts. As others have said, since your contribution was in lieu of favors, a general sign either at each table or near the sign in book should be sufficient.

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