Creative Ways to Give Graduation Money (That Aren’t Weird)

Graduation Cash Doesn’t Have to Be Boring

Let’s skip the origami dollar bills and elaborate graduation gift boxes you’ve seen on the internet.
If you're looking for creative ways to give graduation money that don't require a glue gun or a PhD in crafting, here's your move:

👉 Tuck a funny, personal sticker (or five) into the card.

Why It Works:

• It adds personality to your cash gift without being cheesy
• It’s flat and lightweight, so it fits right in the envelope
• It’s actually something they’ll keep (hello, laptop and water bottle)

Think of it like a low-effort upgrade to your “Congrats!” message—without the glitter.

A Few Winning Combos:

• “You’ve Got This” + $50 bill
• “Manifest That Sh*t” + check
• “Pet. Dog. Repeat.” + card signed from the family dog (a.k.a. your grad’s real emotional support system)
• “Let’s Do This!” + Visa gift card taped inside

The Gift They Didn’t See Coming

They’ll cash the check.
They might toss the card.
But the sticker? That’ll live on their water bottle, laptop, or dorm fridge for the next four years. And every time they see it, they’ll remember who made them laugh—while everyone else just wrote “Congrats” and called it good.

Looking for what to write inside the card? This guide has zero cringe and actual ideas.

For when your grad card needs a personality→ here are some stickers for every occasion to slide in with a gift card or cash.