How do you say no gifts on graduation announcements?

It’s appropriate to print “No gifts, please” on your grad’s announcements if you don’t feel comfortable with gifts. If you’d like to make it an option, include small return-addressed and stamped envelopes with the announcements for the recipient to send cash or gift cards if they’d like.

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How do you politely say no gifts necessary?

Suggested Wording for Invitations

Your presence is the only gift we need.
Please, no gifts. Consider a donation instead.
The gift of your presence is enough! No presents, please.
Instead of a gift, please consider donating to…
Please, no gifts!
Your presence is gift enough.
Your gift of time is present enough.

How do you politely say no money with gifts?

Use a Cash Registry Website.
Never Ask for Cash on Your Wedding Invitation.
Be Specific About How You’ll Use the Cash.
Ask Your Parents and Wedding Party to Spread the Word.
Set up a Traditional Registry.
Set Out a Box for Cards at the Reception.
Ideally, Checks Should Be Made Out to Both Of You.

What is etiquette for graduation gifts?

It is an etiquette myth that if you receive a graduation announcement you must send a gift. Announcements do not equal invitations to a graduation. You are not obligated to give a gift, although you may choose to do so. Whether or not you send a present, a card or note of congratulations is always appreciated.

What is the etiquette for graduation announcements?

Announcements and Namecard Etiquette Send your Announcements to family and friends early enough to arrive two weeks before your graduation date. Two envelopes come with each announcement. Address the larger, outer envelope with a blue or black pen. Write out the complete address, using as few abbreviations as possible.

What do you say to someone graduating?

“Congratulations on your well-deserved success.” “Warmest congratulations on your graduation.” “Congratulations on your graduation and best wishes for your next adventure!” “So happy to share in the excitement of your graduation day, and so very proud of you, too!”

How do you write in lieu of gifts?

‘In Lieu of Gifts’ Wording for a Wedding

“In lieu of gifts, we wish to spread more love by requesting that guests make a donation to [charity].”
“In lieu of gifts, please consider making a donation to a charity of your choice.”
“Our love has already brought us so many gifts.

How do you say gifts not expected?

We don’t expect any gifts. The invitation is extended for them to come celebrate with us, no gifts expected. Lately, on half the invitations we’ve received, there is a statement about “your presence is the only present required.