The notion of “home” has taken an entirely new meaning as we continue to live with COVID-19. For many, home is no longer just the place we sleep, eat or watch television. Instead, we soldier on, transforming our living quarters into multi-functional spaces. Kitchens and dining rooms have become home offices. Kids go to school in their bedroom. Living rooms are a combination gym, media center and creative studio. And computer and mobile devices serve as shopping malls. Our agility and resilience have been amazing. Still, we have miles to go. As we continue to hunker down, here’s a look at 3 breakthrough gift card ideas for life at home during COVID-19.

Naturally, gift cards are front and center.

3 Gift Card Breakthrough Ideas

Working from Home Successfully and Comfortably

Consider the ideas described in the new ($7.99) e-book published by Google Books “Working from Home – Make the New Normal Work for You”. This book discusses how to build a future of work in any kind of space regardless of shape or size. So many of us need personalized time management routines designed specifically for remote productivity — even while wearing sweatpants.

Buy this ebook with a Google Play Gift Card from eGifter.com

Attending School in the New Age of Learning

Learn about “strewing”! It’s the emergent parenting technique to casually (yet strategically) scatter “invitations for learning” and creativity that kids can discover on their own. Borne from the new age of necessity, strewing can be an exciting way to stimulate curiosity that leads to a love of learning. Target.com has everything you need.

Buy strewing materials for your child with a Target gift card from eGifter.com

Enjoying [Music & Art] + [Entertainment & Fitness]

If you don’t know about it yet, Apple One is all that! Apple One bundles up to six amazing Apple services into one easy subscription. With millions of songs, over 100 games, Apple Original shows and movies, and more, there’s something for everyone in every Apple One plan. Sheltering in place safely at home can be engaging and satisfying for the whole family.

Buy Apple products and services with the Apple Gift Card from eGifter.com

It takes courage and grit to find the silver lining these days, when the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic are so great. Digging deep, these 3 breakthrough gift card ideas for life at home during COVID-19 may offer a bit of sunshine through the clouds.

The holiday season has a way of sneaking up on us! That means the time to start dreaming up wonderful gift ideas is NOW. Everyone knows that best gifts are thoughtful and from the heart. That’s why this year, we curated this handy list of gift ideas. The great thing about gift cards is their Satisfaction Guarantee. Let them purchase what they *really* want! And then there’s the affordability factor. With denominations as low as $5 and a multitude of convenient payment options, eGifter.com is your one-stop-shop. And don’t worry — they’ll feel the love. Your special message, photo and custom greeting card will ensure that. So, kick back, relax and shop at eGifter with an open mind and open heart. We’ve got you covered.

Shopping and Gifting Dates: A Calendar View

• Friday, October 16th – Boss’ Day
• Saturday, October 31st – Halloween
• Wednesday, November 11th – Singles Day
• Saturday, November 14th – Diwali
• Friday, November 27th – Black Friday 
• Saturday, November 28th – Small Business Saturday
• Monday, November 30th – Cyber Monday
• Tuesday, December 1st – Giving Tuesday
• Monday, December 14th – Green Monday
• Tuesday, December 15th – Free Shipping Day
• Thursday, December 10th – Chanukah (1st of Eight Days)
• Thursday, December 24th – Christmas Eve
• Friday, December 25th – Christmas Day
• Saturday, December 26th – Kwanzaa
• Thursday, December 31st – New Year’s Eve

Get a Jump on Holiday Shopping and Gifting

Consider these great gifts…

This curated list suggests great gifts they might really enjoy. Thing is, you may not be 100% sure it’s as perfect as perfect can be. What if it’s the wrong color or size? Or, you don’t know if the already have one. These days, there’s simply no reason to chance it. Send a gift card by email, text or postal mail. Let them know what you have in mind — and leave the rest up to them. It’s a great way to gift!

• A Cozy Sweatshirt
• The Perfect Backpack
• Warmth of a Great Winter Coat 
• Apartment Living and House Warming
• Wireless Bluetooth Speakers
• Trendy Pair of Shoes, Boots, Sneakers or Slippers
• Reusable Water Bottle or Coffee Mug
• A Cup ‘o Joe
• Photo Frames to Capture a Moment
• Treasure Jar to Remember the Day
• Fine Art for the Creative Spirit
• Exercise Gear to Stay In Shape
• Music or Books for Musicians and Readers
• Streaming Services for Constantly Engaging Content
• A Travel Experience (Plan Ahead!)
• Noise Cancelling Headphones
• Culinary Gifts for the Wannabe Chef
• Overstuffed Teddy Bear — We All Need a Hug
• A Rewarding Treat for the Kitty or Pup

….and send a gift card for satisfaction guaranteed.

Browse our entire catalog of gift cards — over 300 well-loved retail brands. With a specific item in mind, go ahead and choose “Send to a Friend”. Schedule the delivery for a future date. Now, enjoy the rest of your day and wait for the ‘thank you’ note to arrive. Congrats on being a great gifter!

PLUS! Never a dull moment at eGifter.com with deals and promotions all the time. Need help? Reach us at support.egifter.com.

There is no time like the ‘present’ to start enjoying gift cards! 🙂 Their popularity is easy to understand. Back in the day, the consumer gifting market was taken by storm when retailers began selling gift cards. Now, they are standard fare, enjoyed by many! Everyone knows that gift cards are convenient, valuable and make terrific gifts. Here are some fun facts for the Gift Cards 101 class.

Gift Cards 101

Did You Know?

Learn more — and enjoy — gift cards with these fun facts!

• Gift cards are a *really* popular Wish List item — everyone wants one.

• People love to receive gift cards. That’s because they can choose exactly what they want from their favorite store.

• Giving gift cards is easy and fun. Plus, they’re affordable with available denominations starting at just $5.

• Some people prefer digital gift cards. Others love plastic. All good.

• For those of us that trouble justifying purchasing expensive items for ourselves, luxury gift cards are ideal. Spoil ’em!

• Quick send options like text and email bring surprise and delight.

• With so many payment options to choose from, gift cards are easy to buy. Whether you prefer credit cards, PayPal or cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, Ethereum, Dash or more — the answer is always Yes.

• There are more kinds of gift cards than you can imagine! At eGifter.com, you’ll find more than 300 of the most popular and well loved retail and restaurant brands.

• With photos and personal messages, your warm and loving intentions shine brightly through.

• The free digital wallet bundled with an eGifter.com account makes managing and spending your gift cards secure and effortless.

• For those of us that enjoy discounts and deals, they are here. Promotions and deals and Instant Points are available 24 x 7.

• Some gift cards can be used at more than one place because they’re owned by the same parent company (like GAP Options and Landry’s)

• Gone are the days of collecting $20 from each parent at the soccer game. Group gifts are here!

• If you *REALLY* don’t know what to buy them, the ever flexible eGifter Choice Card is the ultimate. #freedomofchoice

The phrase “Back to School” is taking on new meaning everywhere this year. As families and educators grapple with difficult choices and new procedures, our thoughts at eGifter.com remain first and foremost on everyone’s health and wellness. Of course, beyond that, we are happy to be among those that make Back to School special with gift cards.

Thank Teachers (and Save Dollars)

Whatever school looks like for you this fall, we hope to help make the transition just a little easier. In the most convenient way possible, you can thank the teachers upfront, ahead of this most unique school year. Best bet is to “Buy for Yourself” (to earn Instant Points). Then, download and send the giftable PDF to the teacher, adding a personal message of appreciation and encouragement. Or, you can save your points for a rainy day! Learn more about eGifter points here.

Make Back to School Special with Gift Cards

Here are a few snappy ideas to brighten their day and lighten the load.

For Educators and Students: Staples gift cards offer entree to all the supplies teachers and students need, whether learning inside a virtual or in-person classroom. Plus, teachers can maximize their savings by earning joining the Staples Teacher Rewards program.

For Educators and Students: Barnes & Noble also offers an Educator Program which offers Pre-K through Grade 12 educators, librarians, and homeschoolers a 20% discount off the publisher’s list price on select items considered suitable for use in the classroom or with the student population, including most hardcover and paperback books, toys, and games.

For the Most Studious Among Us: Everyday learners who sign up with UNiDAYS can receive discounts up to 20% on apparel from their favorite brands like Adidas, Aerie, Under Armour and more. Rack up the savings when you combine these purchases with eGifter points.

Gift Cards for the Parents, Our True Heroes

Gift cards are the best last minute gifts for so many reasons. For one thing, the vast selection of retail brands makes it easy to shop (check them out, here). For another, you can express yourself in just the right way with with a personal touch like a photo and custom message. Convenient shopping is a cinch because of the seemingly endless array of payment methods including PayPal, bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies. Best of all, procrastination is no problem because gift cards are sent automagically. Planners can purchase now and schedule for later — like on Father’s Day!

Father’s Day is Almost Here

For those new to eGifter who need to buy a last minute gift for Dad, we compiled a representative sample of customer reviews to put your mind at ease. With Father’s Day 2020 just hours away, time is of the essence. Let us help you shop with confidence so you can give a delightful gift they will appreciate and enjoy.

Group Gifts Are Even More Special

Add more people to your gift and the happier everyone will be! Group gifts are a wonderful way for everyone to share an occasion together. Those days of standing in long lines are over because group gifts are so easy and convenient. Now, everyone can stick together and give the *gift of awesome*. In conclusion, the lucky recipient will enjoy a special feeling — there’s no other that can compare.

Shop with Confidence

Here’s a compilation of actual customer reviews. We love our customers!

“Tonight, I contacted egifter because my friend lost the digital gift card I sent for her birthday. I left a message about 8:30 pm. By 9 pm, they contacted me back and sent her a replacement. I am so impressed by their great customer service! Somebody was working at night to resolve this immediately! Wonderful — would use them again.“– Ruby

“Great online e-card purchase, especially during a time of limited in-store shopping. The e-gift recipient was pleased too. I would definitely purchase again.” – Vanessa

“I love egifter!! They were so professional and responded promptly to all my concerns. This made me comfortable as a first time customer. I will definitely use them again because they were perfect, especially during time of a pandemic. Thank you!” – Candace

“Purchased a Google Gift card 2 times and received it within 10/15 mins after placing an order via BTC. This website deserves the full rating.” – Reaz

“The last time I bought gift cards for my grandchildren they did not work, so I tried eGifter. They worked!! My grandkids were able through your cards to get their Roblox and more. I will buy eGifter from now on.”  –Tina

“I ordered 3 Home Depot gift cards and got 3 $10 gift cards for free. Paid with Paypal and was instantly processed. Within 3 minutes, I received a message telling me my gift cards were ready. I was able to see my cards in the wallet and use them immediately.”  – David

“Had a particular type of gift card I could not find anywhere else. Easy to use the site and arrange a card to be sent as a gift with a nice selection of cards and messages to send with it.” – Mary

“Great site, variety of e-gift cards! Had a virtual baby shower and used this site to purchase game prizes of which I sent by email and we’re received the same day!ase with no issues at all. Very pleased with the service and will definitely be using it again. Highly recommend eGifter.” -JS

On a daily basis, we hear from customers that report back about their surprisingly easy and fun gifting discoveries. Of course, *we* know how wonderful shopping and giving digital gift cards and physical gift cards can be. But, seeing it through the eyes of newly minted gift givers is always a delight. We’re happy to share some of these stories with you. Experience the joy of giving with gift cards today!

For the college students in your life… “This was my first time purchasing gift cards from eGifter. Both of my children live a distance away from me. Sending Valentine’s Day gift cards to them was a cinch! I would definitely do it again! I shared this idea in my daughter’s college parent group so that other parents could get the same pleasure that I did. Thanks for making it easy!”

For the boys and their girlfriends…“eGifter.com is VERY easy to navigate and shop. I love that there are no service charges. I now realize that giftcards are the perfect gift to give from afar! All three of my boys loved their movie tickets because they got to take their girlfriends to the movies for Valentine’s day ♥️”

For the boss…”I love that text gifting is available. I work remotely and sent a gift to my boss via text because she’s on the other side of the country. This was incredibly convenient and worked out great! I also loved that I was able to schedule this gift to be delivered at just the right moment. She received it with her morning coffee just as I had planned. Just perfect! I will return for other gifting opportunities!”

One of the great joys in life is to have loving, doting grandparents. They make birthdays and milestone occasions extra special. Grandparents get great pleasure from making their brood happy. And they do a good job of it. In return, they receive treasures like handmade greeting cards with crayon scribbled “I love you’s”. Handmade crafts from grade schoolers fill their shelves and line their refrigerators. Chances are, grandparents don’t need material or decorative items at this stage of their life. So, what are great gifts for them? Good health, safety and well-being are what they need most. This gift is easily found at eGifter.com. We’re referring to CVS gift cards. When the kids and grandkids are looking for a great gift for the grandparents – health and well being are the gifts that count.

CVS Pharmacy gift cards can be used to purchase an array of items to stock the shelves of grandparents and elderly relatives everywhere. With wellness items like vitamins, supplements and medicine chest essentials, gift cards are the way to go for sending good health.

Print and Hand Deliver A CVS Gift Card Today

For the grandparents that might be technically challenged, you may not want to send a digital gift card by text or email. Instead, choose print delivery. The personal visit with a gift card in hand will mean the world to them. The practicality of a CVS gift card will let them know how much you care.

Happy New Year! Today brings a wonderful opportunity to send our warmest wishes for good health, peace and abundance in the New Year. May 2020 see your goals realized, relationships strengthened, challenges lessened and may kindness abound. The new year brings with it an opportunity to consider ideas and resolutions that can make a difference in your family, your community and your world this year. Here are some suggestions on how you can make a difference using gift cards from eGifter.

• Spend quality time with the one(s) you love most! Schedule some playtime and create the memorable moments that will go down in family history — fun list of gift ideas is here.

• Find the philanthropist in you. There are so many worthwhile causes that need our support to continue their good works. The Charity Choice gift card is a very special way to honor someone, either by investing yourself or by making a donation in their name. There are hundreds of organizations to which you can donate, and here are just a few: Alzheimer’s Association, American Heart Association, American Red Cross, Autism Speaks, Food for the Poor, Greenpeace USA, Jewish Federations of North America, National Multiple Sclerosis Society, Paralyzed Veterans of America, Shriner’s Hospital for Children and World Vision.

• Make a difference for that struggling young family in your community by gifting them practical provisions that lessen the strain. Diapers, pharmacy items, formula and warm clothes are gifts of practicality and love that matter. Checkout this shortlist of retail brands that would make life easier for the parents — and provide much needed care for the kids– click here.

• Invest in your future — and in future generations. Gift cards that allow you to easily buy and own company stock are smart buys — and great entry points to teach fiscal responsibility to the youngsters in your life. Teaching them to save and invest wisely through the ease and convenience of gift cards to Acorns or Stockpile lets you entrust the future to those who will inherit the earth.

• Celebrate a milestone in the family! The mundane of daily life can lull us into laziness, taking for granted the fact that we only pass this way but once. So, make it count! Take them out to dinner at one of the many restaurants featured at eGifter.com and have a great time together – dining list is here.

One of the most rewarding parts of our day is getting positive feedback from satisfied customers. This customer did a wonderful job of painting the picture. And we could not be more proud of our team and our technology. We bring you this quote from Tasha, who posted this review on the Trustpilot review site. Tasha, we’re so happy to have saved Christmas for you and your family! And now, a Christmas gift card review.

A Christmas Gift Card Review

“I was desperately looking for perfect Christmas gifts for 3 of my 4 kids – last minute, and after banking hours…unfortunately for my near zilch pocketbook! I needed the ability to purchase with my PayPal account and have immediate access (or at least within a day of pickup access) to my purchases.

I cannot thank or even begin to show my gratitude toward eGifter and its reliability during the very stressful holiday season! Soaring beyond any expectations with the service, actual usage of the services provided, ease of use with the site, the ability to access and pay for the services they provide, and lastly, the different levels of safety that I have yet to see with any other online sites that involve purchasing with PayPal (or any way of purchasing, actually!)

It was very fast, beyond what I was looking for this Christmas and resulted in it being what my own children called, ” the best Christmas EVER!”

This is not from a dollar stance or from a materialistic view, I have realized. This was mainly due to the fact that I wasn’t frantically running around with my usual overly stressed and often ending in a fight with my husband after a financially based issue that happened at the usual last minute retail store we visit!

In the past, THAT has been our experience: It’s Christmas even, the store is closing as we head to checkout line with our big ticket items in buggy. To our dismay and shock, our bank gives us MORE trouble with our debit card due to a suspected issue with fraud or something else. (That “something else” has thus far always been due to our own purchases being denied in a former transaction resulting in an authorization hold. We would never have anticipated that red flag!)

In those terrible past experiences, we felt so low that we started to fight immediately! We blaming each other even though neither of us were at fault — EVER!

Those past moments of embarrassment and upset had us leave the store empty handed to call our bank. I remember struggling to regain my self respect and self confidence, which I am sorry to say.

But I CAN say (so joyfully!) that THIS Christmas, I had NONE of that! While I was indeed a last minute holiday shopper, this year has been a truly memorable experience.

I know for sure that my great experience was due to my before-hand purchasing of gift cards as a backup in case we had any issues. Though I try to be proactive now, who needs a nervous breakdown in the middle of Walmart on Christmas eve?!

Not me, not this year! Or ever again!

Thanks eGifter, for the ability to buy with unusually unacceptable means and making it beyond easy and super fast! I owe you more than money can make up for, for certain!