diff --git a/.github/ISSUE_TEMPLATE/bug_report.md b/.github/ISSUE_TEMPLATE/bug_report.md
index 15a2cb92c..d2ca47dc9 100644
--- a/.github/ISSUE_TEMPLATE/bug_report.md
+++ b/.github/ISSUE_TEMPLATE/bug_report.md
@@ -2,7 +2,7 @@
 name: Bug report
 about: Create a report to help us improve
 title: ''
-labels: ''
+labels: bug
 assignees: ''
 
 ---
@@ -31,3 +31,6 @@ If applicable, add screenshots to help explain your problem.
 
 **Additional context**
 Add any other context about the problem here.
+<!--
+If you want your raised issues to be addressed more promptly, you might consider making a donation. 
+-->
diff --git a/.github/ISSUE_TEMPLATE/feature_request.md b/.github/ISSUE_TEMPLATE/feature_request.md
index bbcbbe7d6..b5cb6796e 100644
--- a/.github/ISSUE_TEMPLATE/feature_request.md
+++ b/.github/ISSUE_TEMPLATE/feature_request.md
@@ -2,7 +2,7 @@
 name: Feature request
 about: Suggest an idea for this project
 title: ''
-labels: ''
+labels: enhancement
 assignees: ''
 
 ---
@@ -18,3 +18,6 @@ A clear and concise description of any alternative solutions or features you've
 
 **Additional context**
 Add any other context or screenshots about the feature request here.
+<!--
+If you want your raised issues to be addressed more promptly, you might consider making a donation. 
+-->