it's surprising this is new to you. Almost all girls require an envelope and say so on their web sites. I think envelopes are stupid but don't really care enough to argue with anyone about it. So I just stuff the money inside and forget about it. I've generally used 20s because until recent years that's all you could get from an ATM.

And have never heard any feedback about not using an envelope. Usual play is to have the money visible and leave it with my keys and phone, then just leave it behind when I exit. Would I use envelopes if asked? Probably, but who the hell buys envelopes anymore? Maybe the same people who write checks to pay for groceries?

But when has that ever stop guys from chiming in...I always do the envelope, doesn't matter what she specifies...Not my style to just flick money at her.

...the few times i didn't have one, it was never a problem. that said, i feel like it's appreciated. shows good faith and effort (you took the time to read the rules).

Rolled quarters in a one gallon zip lock bag??

Jk...of course.  
Ive used an envelope a few times. Mainly if its in the etiquette portion of their website. But once I've had that " break the ice " encounter, I just drop the money on the dresser, nightstand, whatever...as long as I know she sees me doing so, but I also never make it a solely obvious act...IOW, I'll set my phone on the dresser...and just happen to drop the donation at the same time.
Fuck...that sounds like a lot of steps...but it really isnt.

a provider say, just drop the cash without an envelope. But I’ve seen many providers ask to have the payment put into an envelope.  So that’s my default.  Never had any provider tell me to stop doing it.  

FWIW, I never seal the envelope, and I put it down where she can see it before I go wash my hands etc, in case she wants to count it. That’s unless she’s asked for it to be put down in the bathroom—that’s happened a few times.  

Call me a sheep, but if person requests something in a certain way, out of courtesy I do it. Indeed there are limits on that.  So I use the envelope.  

However, on those spontaneous moments and envelope is not available, I have never received a complaint.

I always use an envelope with a new provider. It’s a small thing, but if it gives the provider an extra bit of comfort that I’m a legit client, why not do it. Interesting that when I see kgirls with trusted bookers I never use envelopes. I think I assume the trust is already there on both sides.

Envelope

I definitely prefer in an envelope or greeting card. Some guys get very creative and write lovely messages or pick cute cards. I save my favorites.

A little of Both.. Just talk about it 1st & Decide

A Envelope is a nice Touch
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Using an envelope is a pretty standard request, so I generally use one with escorts. A couple months ago I saw a girl who asked me to take the money out of the envelope and hand it to her, because she had been shorted at some point and wanted to count the money immediately.

No one is ever going to kick you out for dropping your cash on the counter without an envelop.  When I first started I put it in an envelope.  Now i don't bother.  Just pull it out of my wallet and drop it where she can see it.    
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Speaking of seeing it, when I was new to this and still using an envelope, I was so subtle about putting the envelope on the counter that she didn't see me do it.  So she "reminded" me I needed to pay up.  I gestured to the envelope sitting a few feet from her.  Oh.
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After that I just do it where they can see it.  They want the money, why dance around giving it to them.

Envelopes are for the capos, and they better not be light.

Personally, I always put a donation with a card.  Usually a "Thank You" or appropriate holiday card.  If it is one of my LTR's, a birthday card when applicable.  Just seems right to me.  Halloween is around the corner.  Give your favorite provider a funny Halloween card with the donation instead of throwing the cash on the dresser or hall table.

...unless the provider doesn't want one and has communicated that to me before the session.

And I make sure to use a plain, white envelope -- I made the mistake one time about using the logo envelope from the bank and received a 5 minute lecture from the provider about why I should divest all my holdings from this evil bank, due to the institution's investments.

So plain white envelopes and never booked with her again; I appreciate her political stance but hearing about it at the end of our session kinda killed the good vibes we'd worked on building.

As long as you bring the correct amount, I don't care.

If you use an envelope, don't seal it though.

I've always had the LE-bust scenario in my head where i didn't want to be questioned visiting a lady in a hotel with a wad of cash in my hands. So I always have the cash in an unsealed envelope with a gift card. Maybe it's the tiniest of leverage to make up an alternative story than the one cops have in mind.

I think envelopes are nice because it seems more discrete. I don’t like the donation part even though it is essential. I’m even oddly discreet when I tip for services.  
My regulars used to quietly set the donation on the dresser neither of us acknowledging it. Obviously with new people I would slip off and quickly count it. Maybe I’m weird. At the end of the day I say do what makes you comfortable just don’t walk in and hand it to me.  

Also maybe the ladies who give you instruction on how to handle donations are trying to help clients who may be nervous or unsure how to handle the situation when the time comes 🤔

I like to use an envelope as a minimum with a drawing of a heart & "thank you" on it.  If I can find a card near where I visit the pre-session ATM, I will include a card.  It just makes the session seem more like a date than a business transaction.

i usually put it in a glass in the bathroom.   safe and obvious.    

one time was with a regular and while she was in the bathroom freshening up  i paid for overnight with 20s in a long row on the floor from the bathroom to the bed   ..  she thought that was funny and original.    and knew i was just being playful   ... somebody new might have not seen it as funny i could imagine.

Always in an envelope

One of my very oldest and best clients always brings me my donation in an envelope with a very generic thank you or warm greeting card...... When I was very new at this I had read somewhere to always do so because just in case the law gets in the mix it leaves room for plausible deniability. -Pro Tip