How would they know that they did not have to make a contribution? That's
got to be indicated somehow.
You need to say something like, "While there is no charge to attend, a $25
contribution is suggested."
John
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On Tue, Mar 5, 2019 at 3:48 PM Huck, Katherine M <
huckk@canisius.edu> wrote:
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> Our alumni office is having an event that will be unwritten by an
> alumnus. Last year’s event was also underwritten but there were many no
> shows. To try and get the commitment of the attendees to this year’s event
> they would like add a contribution request to the RSVP by indicating on
> the invite as follows: $25 per person (benefiting the Canisius Fund).
> So… with that wording can the attendees making a $25 contribution be
> provided a charitable receipt? I know that the attendees would also be
> able to NOT have to make a contribution to attend.
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> As always, thank you in advance for your guidance.
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> Katie
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