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What do you think, readers? Would you ever host a “No-Gift” party?
I like the idea as a parent, but I think it would be awkward because it’s outright asking for money. That’s uncomfortable for me. I still think it’s a great idea though. lol
I’ve been wanting to do this for my kids Educational Savings Account — to tell grandparents they can donate rather than buy toys if they’d like. I haven’t asked yet, but really want to!
I love the idea, but it would be tricky to put into practice!
This sounds like a good idea but not sure how the kids would feel about the no gift challenge.
It seems that I’m the only one who doesn’t like the idea because I love the gifts my kids get for birthdays. Gifts like this would be okay from grandparents for Christmas though because they’ll get plenty of gifts from other family members.
I am a fan of the no gift birthday. In fact, I wish people would BELIEVE me when I say “no really don’t get me/him/us anything” – honestly we have so much STUFF we just want the COMPANY on our bdays. And I’m raising our kids NOT to expect tons of gifts. HOWEVER, definitely $$ for college is a great alternative gift idea – very useful and doesn’t make the house get all cluttered up or make kids get all materialistic! 🙂 love it!
I agree it’s a great idea but I think I would feel kinda akward asking too.
I use GradSave for my daughter. It was easy to set up and I too at first thought it may be weird to ask for money but it really depends on HOW you ask.
I simply send to my friends and family a message and said, “Hey I set up a college savings for Emma and if you feel like giving a gift to her, please consider gifting towards her education. We have plenty of toys and Emma will thank you later”
Something fun like that takes the pressure off.