Many couples these days are leaning more towards wedding funds, a.k.a. “honeyfunds” rather than a typical department store gift registry. These modern gifts are digital accounts where friends and family can contribute money, which will either go towards your wedding, honeymoon, or a combination of both. These donations are used as wedding gifts, rather than bringing one to the wedding. However, if you feel a little uncomfortable asking for money, remember here are a few benefits to these contemporary concepts.

You pick the destination; your guests pay the way

It’s your honeymoon, so plan it the way you want from beginning to end. Set up the honeymoon on a dedicated honeyfund website or build one off your wedding website. Your guests can pay for accommodations, food, drinks, and experiences. They can select “gifts” that have meaning to them, and they can give you funds needed to make lasting memories – and this feels more personal than just writing you a check.

The personal touch

A few guests may hesitate to send you cash, as it feels impersonal, but there’s usually a place for friends and family to send a personal message with cash or check. Some of the new honeyfund sites even offer “gift wrapping” and delivery of the gift to your doorstep, so the couple has something physical to unwrap!

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Many couples already have a wedding website for travel suggestions and other important information for their guests, and this is a great place to include details about your fund. You can include instructions on how guests can contribute, and what your hopes are for the fully funded trip. This also helps your out-of-town (or out-of-country guests) who can easily contribute to you, from anywhere in the world.

No matter what direction you choose to go in setting up a wedding fund, remember you can also still let your guests know you appreciate traditional presents brought to the wedding as well. The best gift of all is to have your friends & family present for your special day, and whatever you think makes them feel most comfortable, and whatever helps you the most, is the way you should go for your gifts of love.