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Some parents are asking guests to tip at their children\u2019s birthday parties, and they are putting the request on the invitation.<\/p>\n
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Victoria Perry, a home baker in Inman, South Carolina, described the invitations in a video posted in January 2025. that set off months of argument online, and racked up nearly 50K views. \u201cThere is a little spot on the bottom that says, Tipping is encouraged,\u201d she said. One gave a reason underneath. \u201cIf you bring your child and they plan to eat and play, please send along cash with your child for the tip bucket to go towards party expenses.\u201d<\/p>\n
As children\u2019s birthday parties get more elaborate \u2014 and more expensive \u2014 the debate over tipping has also taken off. Should someone who invites you to a party ask you to help pay for it?<\/p>\n
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