Know a Graduate? 60+ Gift Ideas!

The older our kids get, the bigger the pile of graduation announcements that fill our mailbox. It’s just as much fun as receiving Christmas cards!

For many of these kids, we’ve known them since birth or the early years, while some are new friends to the family. Either way, I love celebrating college and high school graduates. The hard part is knowing which gift will be the most appreciated.

Last spring, we put together a guy and girl basket of college goodies to auction off at our school. The ideas people shared were so fantastic, that I made an Amazon list. It allowed folks at our school to shop at home, but it also doubles as a great resource for anybody looking for the perfect gift for the graduate in their life.

Below, I’ve broken down the ideas in categories. For the items not found on Amazon, I’ve linked them here. Otherwise, click that Amazon link above. Happy shopping!

Money/Gift Cards
Cash is always a great gift. Graduates can purhase what they need. And, gift cards are fantastic, as well. Some popular gift cards include Amazon, Bed Bath & Beyond, Home Depot, Target and local fast food restaurants.

Automobile
Emergency car kit
Gas card

Bathroom
First aid kit
Shower caddy
Towels

Bedroom
Furniture risers
Mattress protector
Sheets
Fleece blanket
Bunk buddy bedside shelf
Vornado fan
Alarm clock
Memory foam mattress topper
Sleep mask
Fairy string lights
University/college flag

Books
Breakthrough: A Journey from Desperation to Hope by Fr. Rob Galea
Make Your Bed by Admiral McRaven
Off the Hook: God, Love, Dating and Marriage in a Hookup World by Timothy O’Malley
The Ultimate College Student Health Handbook by Dr. Jill Grimes

Cleaning
Dustpan/Broom
Eureka Stick Vacuum

Electronics/Office
Extension cord
3-Hole punch
Stapler
Dry erase board
Cork board
Lap desk
Command strips
Phone charger
Scantrons
Trash can
Sticky notes
Desk lamp

Faith
Monk Manual
Every Sacred Sunday Mass journal
Holy Armament rosary

Kitchen
Stainless Thermos
Food storage containers
Handheld can opener
Rapid Ramen cooker
Steel water bottle
Brita pitcher
Coffee maker/Keurig
Electric kettle
Hanging pantry organizer
YETI Rambler

Laundry
Dryer balls
Lint roller
Tide pods
Bleach packs
Laundry basket
Mesh clothes hamper
Handheld steamer
White tube hangers
Sewing kit

Organization
Shelf baskets
Reusable storage bags

School
Umbrella
Backpack

Tools
Flashlight
Tool kit