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Ultimate Graduation Gift Guide: Part I

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By Jessica Zachary
  
 ('The right gift can make your grad's future a little brighter.

 
Overwhelmed by graduation invitations this year? No need to search for a graduation gift that's the perfect fit, because we've done the research for you. Our Ultimate College Graduation Gift Guide reveals must-have presents sure to please every grad at every budget. So enjoy all those graduation parties and ceremonies knowing your gift will make a lasting impression.



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For the child of a family friend or co-worker, commemorate their special occasion with a more traditional graduation gift like an engraved money clip, cuff links, or classic pearl stud earrings.

Gift grads you know well with more personal mementoes or experiences that celebrate their interests and accomplishments. Has your grad just finished a thesis on Tennessee Williams? Opt for tickets to "Cat on a Hot Tin Roof." A modern art buff? A membership to MoMA might be the perfect choice.

If your budget doesn't fit accomodate an iPhone for your techie gradthey will still love the Waterproof iPod Speaker System, because suffering through cold and music-less showers is really so juvenile isn't it?


 
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The Traditional Grad: Under $40

Lumbar Roll


Cuff Links


Tiffany's Key Chain


Personalized Stationery


Ecosphere


laptop briefcase


vosges Artisinal Truffles


Do-Gooder Grad: ATM (Under $40)
It didn't take dining hall chili to turn this grad into a vegan. And even if she mocks luxe ethical fashion, she'd trade her crocs for Natalie Portman's Té Casan faux patent Mary Janes in a heart beat. Some gift tips for your do-gooder:


ATM (Under $40)

Ask your grad what charities they care most about and make a donation. For $30, a gift of honey bees from Heifer International will help struggling families from Uganda to El Salvador earn income through the sale of honey, beeswax and pollen -- all in honor of your grad.


Silver (Under $100)

At Change the Present, you can donate to your grad's favorite cause or easily start a campaign on their behalf. No matter what your grad's passion -- disaster relief, hunger, education, poverty -- you'll have it covered.


Platinum ($150 and Up)


If you are torn between wanting to give your socially conscious grad a tangible gift and supporting their causes, don't give up hope just yet! Jewelers like Lori Leavitt and Joan Hornig are dedicating 100% of their profits to charity. Lori focuses on the H.E.L.P Malawi foundation, which works to educate and protect the children of Malawi, Africa. The unique lion's head which adorns her cuff links, key chains and jewelry was chosen by the children as their symbol, and it shows your support as they battle poverty and HIV/ AIDS.


Joan's line, "Philanthropy Is Beautiful," allows customers to choose which charity the proceeds are donated to and includes a versatile range of necklaces.


Natalie Portman's Mary Janes


Malawi Jewelry


Philanthropy is Beautiful Necklaces


Globe-Trotter Grad: ATM (Under $40)
Is your grad's passport already more decorate than a diplomat's? If the world is his campus, he might love some of these ideas:


ATM (Under $40)


Inspire the global grad with a selection of books including "Delaying the Real World"by Colleen Kinder and the Lonely Planet Travel Books. Complete the package with the world's best Toiletry Bag.


Silver (Under $100)


Gift your grad with a polished patent leather Passport Currency Wallet and don't be surprised if they start getting upgrades to first class. And any travel savvy grad would appreciate the world's lightest rolling carry-on.


Platinum ($150 and Up)


Your grad may leave only footprints and take only memories from their grand journey, but at least she can do it in high style with her Anya Hindenmarch Luggage. Upon her return home she can retrace her steps and plan the next trip with a framed world map. Want to make a huge impression? Offer a helicopter tour of their next travel destination!


"Delaying the Real World" by Colleen Kinder


Lonely Planet Travel Books


World's Best Toiletry Bag


Passport Currency Wallet


World's Lightest Rolling Carry On


Anya Hindenmarch Luggage


Framed World Map


Helicopter Tour


 


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