I decided to get my alter boys gift cards instead of cash. I was wondering if people think this would be a good idea for thoses vendor that own the business? I was not going to do for those that work for the company i do relize that there tip is a big part of there pay. Let me know what you all think.
How much is customary to give them anyway?
Posted by KerriJohnS
Please though DO NOT buy those cards in CVS or the drug store ones. Those cards are all scams. They are very hard to use and the fees associated with each purchase are insane.
Personally... i don't see why you wouldn't want to just give cash. it's easier for you and the recipient. Unless the gift card is for a specific store (which i don't think really qualifies as a tip) then the gift cards are usually not worth it. Who wants to pay money to spend money?? People prefer cash. And those that are working and relying on tips..... are not expecting a giftcard. You just can't do as much with a gift card as you can with cash.
Remember credit card companies own those gift cards...
Personally...i'm not a fan at all. [/QUOTE
Posted by leesah85
How much is customary to give them anyway?
I meant specifically for altar boys.
Posted by NY031978
How are the ones at CVS scams? I always buy them from there and Walgreens and never had any issues w/ anyone using them. As for fees the only ones that charge are Visa, M/C and Amex...right? I never once paid extra on 'store' or 'resturant' ones....hope im not missing something!
Posted by KerriJohnS
Please though DO NOT buy those cards in CVS or the drug store ones. Those cards are all scams. They are very hard to use and the fees associated with each purchase are insane.
Personally... i don't see why you wouldn't want to just give cash. it's easier for you and the recipient. Unless the gift card is for a specific store (which i don't think really qualifies as a tip) then the gift cards are usually not worth it. Who wants to pay money to spend money?? People prefer cash. And those that are working and relying on tips..... are not expecting a giftcard. You just can't do as much with a gift card as you can with cash.
Remember credit card companies own those gift cards...
Personally...i'm not a fan at all. [/QUOTE
stores and restaurant ones are usually always fine. I've never come across one that had any hidden fees. Even like hair salon or nail place gift certs or cards are fine.
The one's I always get from people are CRAP (not specific store ones... the drug store ones)! pure crap!! Usually there's a $5.95 fee for activation. Then there can be fees per each charge you use it for. Then there can be monthly fees associated with it (they start after you activate the card, and it's if you don't use the whole card in one lump purchase). Also, I've had problems even using the cards in different places. I HATE when I get those stupid cards. Lately I keep getting them too. I know it's a gift and it's the thought.... so i never say anything or complain....but secretly... I HATE HATE HATE those cards.
bottom line is, you have to read all the fine print. There tends to be a lot of hidden charges. The gift cards you can buy from a bank are usually better than those from a drug store.
Posted by leesah85
I meant specifically for altar boys.
My church had suggested gift cards for the alter boys so i decided to get movie theather gift cards. My thought was to use my rewards points that are just sitting there, its just an idea, so it would save us in the long run.
Posted by Angel06
My church had suggested gift cards for the alter boys so i decided to get movie theather gift cards. My thought was to use my rewards points that are just sitting there, its just an idea, so it would save us in the long run.
