While each of us does our part to stop the spread of COVID-19 by social distancing, life marches on! Birthdays and anniversaries simply cannot be cancelled or postponed. The earth still spins, the sun still rises and special gift giving occasions take place every day. The human spirit is being tested and people are coming through with flying colors. The vivid and countless examples of incredible creativity, heartwarming surprises and ways people are showing their love are inspiring. Here at eGifter.com, we are seeing an uptick in digital gift card deliveries by email and by text. We’re witnessing the sandwich generation turn their elderly parents onto enjoying streaming tv gift cards. Colleagues are chipping in to buy grocery gift cards and take-out gift cards to sick families.  Parents are going the extra mile to make birthdays special even when the party had to be cancelled. We are bolstered by the boundless human spirit exemplified by our customers.

COVID-19 Can’t Stop the Human Spirit

We are inspired to continue inventing new ways to help people celebrate life and take care of each other. 

In fact, at this very moment it is 7pm in my own suburban neighborhood here on Long Island. For the first time during this crisis, our local firehouse alarms are sounding. My neighbors are clapping and cheering. It’s a moving moment that underscores the entire point. COVID-19 can’t stop the human spirit.

#humanspirit. #somegoodnews #stayhome #stayhealthy #egifterstories

A NYC couple says “I do” to the officiant overlooking from a balcony above

Family and friends shower birthday wishes on a newly minted 4-year old

The family shares a virtual anniversary toast to honor their parents’ 65th wedding anniversary

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.

eGifter customers are a particularly giving bunch. Beyond being savvy shoppers and understanding the ins and outs of achieving great savings and discounts from points, promos and deals from gift card purchases at eGifter.com, our customers are great Gift Givers. We thank everyone that gave us permission to post the thank you notes they received from eGift Cards they’ve given over the past days, ESPECIALLY on Giving Tuesday. Thanks, ya’ll!

“Having to leave my new baby in the NICU has been a challenge I never anticipated. The gift card you gave me so that I could pick up a quick lunch at Panera and spend the maximum amount of time at the hospital has provided just the relief I needed during these difficult days. Thanks for being such a good friend.”

“Your sweet and lovely present has worked its way into my heart. I used the gift card to purchase something special — to always remind me of the very special person that you are. I love ya, dude.”

“I don’t believe that  “Thanks” can sufficiently repay you for the help you’ve extended with this Home Depot gift card. Knowing that I couldn’t hire a contractor — but could do the work myself — you’ve made my load lighter. I am indeed indebted to you, my friend.”

“It is not surprising that you are such a spectacular gift-giver, Sis. From our earliest years of sharing a bedroom, a guitar and a wardrobe, you have been one of the kindest people I have ever known. You inspire me to be a better person. My love to you always.”

“Mom & Dad, how do you always know exactly what I need? While my first months away at college have been great, things have also been kinda uncomfortable. The Wayfair gift card was perfect!  I’m going to outfit my new digs to be more stylish (AND comfortable!). My grades and my future will definitely benefit from that. I’m always going to make you proud.” 

As for the eGifter Team, we always appreciate being included in your occasion and for the opportunity to spread the love.