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Graduation marks a time of change in life, needs & responsibility. Money is the most popular gift
as it helps in life's transition, as do these
alternative gift ideas.
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50/50
Split
Give
them some cash now, but also offer the same amount
if they start are IRA by the end of the year. It
helps teach them about planning for the future
and it's nice to help them get started.
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Something
To Smile About
Give them something to smile about or
make them laugh and enjoy your gift. Fun floral
bouquets ,
care
packages, even fruit
if their
into health. Add a personal note too!
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"Joy
of Cooking "
Irma S. Rombauer's classic cookbook, may be your
graduates best friend in the kitchen.
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On Their Own - Checklist
If
they are moving into their own place here is a
quick checklist items they may need:
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No
More - Running Late
As they start their career or head
to college being on time is key - check out
Fossil watches
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Bed
& Bath
Towels
Sheets - Check Bed Size First
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Pulling It Together
Traveling?
New luggage is perfect.
For travel and camping supplies click here.
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Time
To Get Cooking
Step
up to some quality cookware. For Gals - Stain
Steel and for Guys - Non-Stick of course |
A
Little Extra Protection
Triple AAA
Roadside assistance gives you extra assurance
that they will safe on the road
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Electronics
& Appliances
TV, Answering Machine
Microwave, DVD
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Raised AeroBed (Full)
Do
you plan to visit? The raised aerobed inflates
in 3-minutes and places you 2 feet off the
floor! |
Furniture Items
Bed, Dresser, Sofa
Futon - A sofa that doubles as a bed
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"Oh, The Places You'll Go! "
The
Dr. Seuss book about the joyous ode to life and
success. Life may be a "Great Balancing Act," but through it all, "There's fun to be done."
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Getting Down To Business
Going into the business world? Help them keep track
of everything. Choose a Briefcase,
DayTimer
organizer, or the latest PDA's
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Getting
Started
Is a suit or professional dress
needed at work? Go with them to buy ties, a suit
or shirts check our clothing
and accessories page
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Capture
Every Moment
Whether graduating high school, college, or
basic training a camera makes a great gift that
keeps on giving for years to come. |
Personalized
Graduation Album
Through the years, some of the pictures you cherish most are from
those school days. Keep them safe in our sturdy solid wood album.
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Precious Moments
- Graduation
These
Precious Moments Graduation figurines can be
personalized for your graduate. Charming mementos for any graduation. |
A
Touch of Class
A diploma frame is a classic gift check the college bookstore to find one with
school colors or logos. Fancier? Go to your
local frame shop
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Did
They Buy It?
A
yearbook that is - They may not have
purchased a yearbook but down the road they will
appreciate having one to look back on. |
Personalized Graduation Gifts
More
personalized gifts: Musical Keepsake Box, Afghans,
graduation
frame and other gifts
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Writing
in Style
For the grad going into the business world - a
fine cross
pen makes writing a joy |
Send
Them Packing...
Are
they backpacking across Europe or just enjoy the
great outdoors, consider getting them a backpack
or a swiss army
knife. |
Graduation Party Supplies
Hosting
the event? Find balloons, favors, glassware,
signs, streamers and more for the graduation
celebration!
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Give
Another Kind of Green
Have a tree planted for them. Perfect for those
who want to help the environment.
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Give
Them The Stars
Have
fun and have a star named for them. You can let
them know the universe is theirs!
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| Visitor
Suggestions - Send Yours |
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Combine Past & Future
When my nephew graduated high school, I sent him a new
wallet with gift cards and food gift certificates
inside. To add a bit of humor and fill the wallet
up a bit more, I found an old baseball card of his from
when he played little league, and a laminated card from
Hallmark about "the Graduate". As he's
moving long distance to go to college, this was
something small that could go with him, and useful once
he got there. I looked up the restaurants and
stores in his new college towns to be certain I got gift
cards for those stores. Find wallets
& purses here
Thanks - Lucy
Give The Gift of Equity
Another financial idea would be to give the new
graduate shares of stock. Instead of a high tech stock
maybe give one that offers dividend reinvestment. This
can help them learn how to build wealth over time.
Thanks - Jessica - West Chester, PA
We found this online site where you can buy gift
stock:
OneShare.com
Useful
Gifts for the College Bound
When my nephew graduated from high school and was college bound
I bought a huge laundry basket and filled it with the small things he needed like:
laundry detergent, soap, batteries, a few school
supplies, a roll of
quarters, toiletries, a family photo, a calling card and a box of self
addressed envelopes with stamps already. You can add more as you please
and it sure was a great success the first month he was there!
Thanks - Monica J. - Texas
Protect Their Assets
Do they have renters insurance? Renters insurance is
often overlooked buy most young adults as an extra
expense, however all it takes is one burglary and it becomes a painful reality. So make a deal with them,
once they move into the own place you'll pick up the
cost of renters insurance for one year! Thanks - Diane -
South Carolina
Scrapbook
A scrapbook or photo album makes a great gift at a time
of change in your life. If you have the time offer to
help or go to the store together and select a scrapbook
that it just right for them.
Thanks - Terri - South Bend Find Scrapbook
Supplies here
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