In a Mexican culture it is traditional that the couple has one or several "sponsors" for the wedding. Some will pay for the liquor, food, entertainment etc. They are mostly relatives or close friends. These people are called padrinos. The padrinos are presented at the wedding and in many cases are giving a present for there help! In some cases we write a letter to ask for sponsors in advance so they can get everything together before the wedding!! Sorry if this something funny are you think is not right but that is just are culture!My best friend is getting married in July and I am in charge of writing a sponsor letter! I need help.I have no idea how to even start it. I could use any help or advice!!!!
2007-10-31 15:31:36 · 4 answers · asked by ~Yoli~ 1 in Family & Relationships ➔ Weddings
Well, you're probably going to have to ask people in Mexico, or at least of Mexican heritage this question--because unless you're familiar with the custom, then no one is going to know how the letter should be worded. If your mother or the bride's mother would know, then I would probably simply ask them how the letter should be worded. Write out a VERY rough draft, and ask one of them how it sounds to them.
I'll start you off, but not being Mexican, I have NO CLUE if this is even right:
Dear so and so,
I'm writing to ask you to be one of the padrinos for my best friend, Anna's, wedding in July. She wanted to ask you because of your influence in her life. (Mention how he/she influenced her next.) Please let me know by (date) if you'd be willing to accept this responsiblity.
Thank you very much in advance.
Sincerely,
you
2007-10-31 15:56:38 · answer #1 · answered by basketcase88 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Dear_____________,
As you probably know, in the Mexican culture it is traditional that the couple have several "sponsors" for the wedding. Some will pay for liquour, food, and entertainment. They are usually relatives or friends and are called "Padrinos".
On behalf of (your friends name goes here) I am writing to ask if you would consider being a Padrinos for their wedding.
(Their names) have always held you in great esteem and would be honoured to present you to the wedding gathering, as their Padrinos.
Should you consider and accept this request, I would appreciate if you would complete the enclosed card, choosing the area you would like to sponsor, and return it to me in the self addressed stamped envelope attached to this letter.
Thank you very much,
(Your name)
Your's Sincerely,
(Your name)
2007-10-31 15:57:42 · answer #2 · answered by Yner 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Wedding Sponsorship Letter
2017-01-12 16:31:17 · answer #3 · answered by warshaw 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If it is tradition, who is writing the other letters? Ask to see those.
Also are you of Mexican heritage as well? Ask your parents if they have ever gotten one or ask around in your church. I'm sure several people could show you examples of one they have gotten.
I don't really understand why the bride isn't writing these herself. I think its kinda awkward to ask a friend to write someone to ask for money on her behalf. But as you are writing them to people of Mexican heritage, I wouldn't explain the heritage to them. Thats condescending. They know their own culture--and I would not be willing to ask someone who is not Mexican b/c I think they would probably think it was tacky--not knowing that it was the norm.
Definitely ask around. But if all else fails, ask the brides mother. She'll have an opinion on everything!
2007-11-01 04:25:53 · answer #4 · answered by phantom_of_valkyrie 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋