Is it ok to ask birthday party guests to pay a little for food?

My daughter is turning 2 next month and we’re having a home birthday party. We are renting a bouncy house which is going to cost us $100.00 which leaves very little for the rest. I’d like to order a pizza for every 3 guests, which would come out to about 8 pizzas. That would cost about $50-$60. Do you think it would be ok to ask guests to contibute a couple dollars towards the food? How would I word that in the invitation?

Personally, I think it’s tacky. You’re payiing $100 for a bouncy house that really isn’t necessary for a 2 yr old’s party. I would take offense to being asked to contribute to the food.

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