High school and college graduations are around the corner. There will be BBQs, parties and family gatherings to celebrate the milestone. So, we have rounded up unique money gift ideas for the graduates. Personally, I’m beyond the card idea. I like to give unique gifts for weddings, birthdays, graduations and Christmas. As a result, I’ve rounded up a few ideas to inspire you too:
Graduation Money Cake – This gift will make a statement. It is no longer available on Etsy, but no worries. Click on the link and you will find the instructions to make you own. Get creative. You can find the craft items at any Dollar Store.
Box of Chocolates – Being deceptive is not something that I would normally recommend, but hiding money in this chocolate box is a brilliant idea. Purchase a box of sampler 50% off after Valentines Day. You can freeze the chocolates and treat yourself when you need a chocolate fix. If you want to give a surprise gift, this is an excellent idea.
Liter Bottle Bank – Start saving months before the graduation. Cut a slot in the back of the bottle. Once you have filled it with money cover the opening with scrapbook paper. Better yet, get creative and decorate the bottle in the graduates school colors. The will love the idea and the money stash.
Money Tie – This would be great placed in a shirt gift box with a dress shirt. The shirt can always be used for job interviews, church or another occasion.
Money Fries – Kids love McDonalds French fries. They are so good. Big kids love them too, however, I’m sure they will love these money fries too. Simply slip into McDonalds and ask for a medium fry container and a bag. Tell them that you want to use them for a graduation gift. Roll different dollar amounts and place them into the fry container. The McDonald’s bag can hold a few gift cards.
Graduation Wreath – Head to the craft store and buy a wreath form, glue dots, Baker’s Twine, which can also be purchased at the Dollar Tree, and than start rolling those bills. The printable can be downloaded for free.
Money Flower – This idea can be used for Mother’s Day, birthdays and more. You will need dollar bills, double sided tape and a few embellishments. Place it in a gift box!
Graduation Cap Gift Box – Fill the box with rolled money embellished with a ribbon. You can find the gift box here.
Mixed Greens – I was unable to locate the link to this post. However, I did find instructions on how to make the dollar flowers. You can find the instructions here. Find a fun bowl, wrap it with saran wrap, and finish it with bows and tongs.
Money Pizza – One of the best money gift ideas for graduates is a money pizza. There wasn’t a link for this post. I found it on Pinterest. Score a pizza box and practice shaping dollar bills into slices. Glue coins on for pepperoni and finish it with a bow.
We hope that you enjoyed our money gift ideas for graduates. They are unique gifts that any graduate would love, and so much better than money in a card.
