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The Last-Minute Gift That Feels Anything but Rushed
With December upon us, holiday season has officially kicked into full gear. No matter how you are celebrating or what seasonal traditions you might participate in, it remains a widely accepted truth that this is the season of shopping and gifting. Studies show that November and December mark the largest economic stimulus for many nations…
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The Gift of Gratitude
The holiday season is notorious for being one of the busiest times of the year, and with 42% of adults planning to commence their travel this Thanksgiving, the hustle and bustle is poised to return to its former glory. From TSA lines to packed flights to days spent preparing your famed dishes in advance of…
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Laundry Money with a Twist
Whether you are dropping a freshman off at their dorm for the first time or returning an upperclassman to their off-campus apartment, sending your child away to college never seems to get easier. As a parent, you think about all the “what if’s,” so you create lists, set up allowances and map out transportation, all…
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Future Parents: Meet the Future of Gifting
Work, school, happy hours and family reunions aren’t the only things that went virtual last year – baby showers joined the digital mix too. Whether guests hopped on Zoom for homemade games or signed on to a site like WebBabyShower, virtual baby showers allowed expecting parents to celebrate with their closest loved ones, regardless of…
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Three Ways to Celebrate Teachers During Teacher Appreciation Week
After a year of creative solutions to virtually engage students and extra hours spent adjusting plans to ensure students can continue learning both in the classroom and online, give the teachers in your life the appreciation they deserve during Teacher Appreciation Week – May 4 – 8. In honor of the educators in our lives,…
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Say it with a GiftCast: The Best Way to Spread Digital Kindness in 2021
With virtual happy hours, book clubs and other socially distanced activities becoming the norm, you may find it more difficult to share your appreciation for friends, family and co-workers. Don’t let distance be an obstacle in showing someone how much you care this year! While we would all love to be together again, safety is…
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My Virtual Valentine: 3 Ways to Send a Gift with Love from Afar
While families continue to socially distance, it’s difficult to find new ways to virtually connect that are fun, sentimental and unique. As Valentine’s Day approaches, many are using the holiday as an opportunity to connect with loved ones and make an exciting event out of a day traditionally associated with romantic couples. No matter who…
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Give Grandparents a Smile
On September 13, we’re celebrating National Grandparents Day, the perfect time to appreciate our loved ones and thank them for all they do. It’s an especially important holiday to celebrate this year, as older people are greatly impacted by the loneliness that accompanies social distancing and more at risk to contract COVID-19. Like all celebrations…
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iDo: Wedding Gifting Gets Personal
Weddings worldwide are being rescheduled or postponed as couples and families grapple with how their special day will look during a pandemic. An increase in virtual weddings has changed the way people gift, with guests shipping wedding gifts directly to the couples or simply sending cash gifts. Loved ones are looking for ways to practically…
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Back to School: How to Celebrate the Season
Amid socially distant, masked classroom setups, new class sizes and virtual learning options, back to school season certainly looks different this year for students of all ages. While fall’s return to learning may be unfamiliar for both parents and students alike, the excitement and magic around the new season can remain the same. Whether your…
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Looking Ahead: What’s New at GiftCast
The app space is always evolving, and so are we. We’re excited to unveil a few changes on the GiftCast app that will help you continue sending your loved ones meaningful, special surprises. We’ve expanded our payment options. You can still pay through your bank account, but you can also opt to send money through…
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Six Month Check In: The 2020 App Space
We are officially halfway through 2020, and the mobile app industry has already taken this year by storm. A recent study reveals that 66% of Americans check their phone 160 times daily, and once they’re on their phones, 90% of that mobile time is spent on a selection of the millions of apps available through…
