{"id":359619,"date":"2022-04-22T07:00:00","date_gmt":"2022-04-22T13:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/?p=359619"},"modified":"2022-04-27T10:23:10","modified_gmt":"2022-04-27T16:23:10","slug":"creative-ways-to-give-money","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/finance\/creative-ways-to-give-money\/","title":{"rendered":"25 creative ways to give money to family and friends"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1500\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/young-woman-opening-creative-money-gift-and-envelope-narrow.jpg\" alt=\"24 creative money gift ideas for family and friends\" class=\"wp-image-359620\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/young-woman-opening-creative-money-gift-and-envelope-narrow.jpg 1500w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/young-woman-opening-creative-money-gift-and-envelope-narrow-300x100.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/young-woman-opening-creative-money-gift-and-envelope-narrow-600x200.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/young-woman-opening-creative-money-gift-and-envelope-narrow-768x256.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/young-woman-opening-creative-money-gift-and-envelope-narrow-450x150.jpg 450w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/young-woman-opening-creative-money-gift-and-envelope-narrow-900x300.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/young-woman-opening-creative-money-gift-and-envelope-narrow-1400x467.jpg 1400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/disclaimer\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Disclosure regarding our editorial content standards<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When it comes to opening your yearly birthday card from a relative, be honest: are you reading their written message, or are you just pretending to read it while actually peeking at how much money they sent you?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you chose the latter, don\u2019t feel bad\u2014many people do the same. However, if you love giving presents and are gifting some cash instead, you may wonder if there are any creative ways to give money that feel a little more special than the standard check-in-card situation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Never fear: there are countless money gift ideas for the more creative gift-givers out there. Read on for creative ways to give cash and gift cards to kids and adults alike, including how to wrap money for a gift. Whichever idea you choose, remember to budget accordingly so you don\u2019t <a href=\"https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/fix-my-credit\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">tank your credit score<\/a> while trying to be generous.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Table of contents:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><a href=\"#cash\">Creative ways to give physical cash<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#kids\">Creative money gift ideas for kids<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#cards\">Creative ways to give gift cards<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2><a id=\"cash\">Creative ways to give physical cash<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-creative-ways-to-give-cash\">Creative ways to give cash<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you need a last-minute gift, don\u2019t know what else to get someone or are just looking for a way to spice up giving cash, look no further. The great thing about gifting someone cash is that they get to use it for whatever they want\u2014be it saving for a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/credit-score\/get-smart-about-credit-before-buy-a-car\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">car<\/a>, working toward <a href=\"https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/finance\/part-time-jobs-for-retirees\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">retirement<\/a> or letting loose with \u201cjust for fun\u201d purchase.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you\u2019re seriously planning ahead for these gifts or need to assemble something in a matter of hours, you\u2019ll be sure to find a fun way to give money among these nine ideas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-1-balloon-pop\">1. Balloon pop<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1590\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/balloon-pop.jpg\" alt=\"balloon pop of money\" class=\"wp-image-362267\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/balloon-pop.jpg 1590w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/balloon-pop-300x170.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/balloon-pop-600x340.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/balloon-pop-768x435.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/balloon-pop-1536x869.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/balloon-pop-450x255.jpg 450w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/balloon-pop-900x509.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/balloon-pop-1400x792.jpg 1400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1590px) 100vw, 1590px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>If your recipient doesn\u2019t mind loud noises, then this money gift idea will be a ball. Simply blow up a balloon (ideally one filled with confetti for another surprise), roll up your cash tightly and drop it in before you tie the balloon shut. Present your gift with a pin and explain that their balloon contains a special surprise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want to get really crafty, create a balloon-popping corkboard and put a few bills into different balloons. Give your recipient some darts and have them carefully toss the darts to earn their cash.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-2-tissue-box\">2. Tissue box<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1590\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/tissue-box.jpg\" alt=\"Tissue box of money\" class=\"wp-image-362268\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/tissue-box.jpg 1590w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/tissue-box-300x170.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/tissue-box-600x340.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/tissue-box-768x435.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/tissue-box-1536x869.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/tissue-box-450x255.jpg 450w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/tissue-box-900x509.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/tissue-box-1400x792.jpg 1400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1590px) 100vw, 1590px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want to disguise your gift as something mundane, look no further than the nearly empty box of tissues gathering dust in your bathroom. Remove any remaining tissues, then gather clear craft tape and your cash\u2014you\u2019ll want at least ten bills for this. Carefully tape each bill end to end, then tightly roll the bills together.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want to add a note, tape a small piece of paper onto the end of the last piece of cash and add a custom message for the recipient. Then, line the box with a few pieces of tissue as a cushion and place your money roll at the bottom. Arrange the note side so it peeks out of the top of the box and add a tissue to stick out of the top. They\u2019ll find the note, give it a tug and get their very own tissue box of cash!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-3-box-of-chocolates\">3. Box of chocolates<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1590\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/box-of-chocolates.jpg\" alt=\"Chocolate box of money\" class=\"wp-image-362269\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/box-of-chocolates.jpg 1590w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/box-of-chocolates-300x170.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/box-of-chocolates-600x340.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/box-of-chocolates-768x435.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/box-of-chocolates-1536x869.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/box-of-chocolates-450x255.jpg 450w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/box-of-chocolates-900x509.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/box-of-chocolates-1400x792.jpg 1400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1590px) 100vw, 1590px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Nothing embodies \u201clife is like a box of chocolates\u2014you never know what you\u2019re going to get\u201d quite like a chocolate box full of money. Buy a box of assorted chocolates and take a few out of the box (feel free to sample them for quality control purposes). Then, roll up cash and put it in the empty spots.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Be sure to wrap up the box like it hasn\u2019t been opened and surprise your friend with more than just chocolate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-4-dollar-bill-origami\">4. Dollar bill origami<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1590\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/dollar-bill-origami.jpg\" alt=\"Dollar bill oragami\" class=\"wp-image-362270\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/dollar-bill-origami.jpg 1590w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/dollar-bill-origami-300x170.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/dollar-bill-origami-600x340.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/dollar-bill-origami-768x435.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/dollar-bill-origami-1536x869.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/dollar-bill-origami-450x255.jpg 450w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/dollar-bill-origami-900x509.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/dollar-bill-origami-1400x792.jpg 1400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1590px) 100vw, 1590px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>There are several ways to fold money into origami so you can present cash in a unique way, but one of the most beginner-friendly ways is to fold a heart. This is a great addition to a Valentine\u2019s Day gift, or a way to tell someone you\u2019re thinking about them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To get started, grab a crisp bill and follow the instructions below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>1. Fold your bill in half both horizontally and vertically, creasing both times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>2. Fold the long bottom edge up to meet the fold in the center.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>3. Fold the sides of the bill up diagonally to meet the vertical fold line.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>4. Turn the bill over. Fold both the left and right sides of the two flaps sticking up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>5. Fold the top of the flaps down.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>6. Fold the corners of the flaps in to create a rounded heart shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>7. Turn the bill over, and the dollar should resemble a heart.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are hundreds of other origami folds for your dollar bills, ranging from beginner to expert level\u2014do some research and see what folds you can master to impress that special someone!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-5-money-tree\">5. Money tree<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1707\" src=\"https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/GettyImages-96885904-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"Money tree\" class=\"wp-image-362043\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/GettyImages-96885904-scaled.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/GettyImages-96885904-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/GettyImages-96885904-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/GettyImages-96885904-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/GettyImages-96885904-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/GettyImages-96885904-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/GettyImages-96885904-450x300.jpg 450w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/GettyImages-96885904-900x600.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/GettyImages-96885904-1400x933.jpg 1400w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/GettyImages-96885904-2000x1333.jpg 2000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>If your recipient has a green thumb, then give a whole new meaning to the money tree plant with a literal money tree. First, gather your materials: a pot, a wooden rod or stake, Styrofoam and green paint (or floral foam).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Place the Styrofoam in the pot as your base and paint it green to resemble grass (or use floral foam). Firmly stick your wooden rod into the Styrofoam (you can use hot glue to make sure it stays in place). Then, fold each bill so it can be arranged on the stake using tape or a twist tie. Once the tree looks full enough, wrap a bow around the pot and voil\u00e1\u2014you have a money tree!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can also use this same concept to create money flowers\u2014you\u2019ll just need more stakes to make it look like a full bouquet!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-6-money-lei\">6. Money lei<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1590\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/money-lei.jpg\" alt=\"Money lei\" class=\"wp-image-362271\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/money-lei.jpg 1590w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/money-lei-300x170.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/money-lei-600x340.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/money-lei-768x435.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/money-lei-1536x869.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/money-lei-450x255.jpg 450w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/money-lei-900x509.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/money-lei-1400x792.jpg 1400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1590px) 100vw, 1590px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Traditionally bestowed at graduation ceremonies, money leis are a unique way to wish a new graduate good luck and fortune as they enter the newest stage in their lives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While assembling a money lei does take a considerable amount of time, the investment (both literally and figuratively) will pay off big time for your new grad. To assemble the lei, you\u2019ll need 100 crisp bills, scissors, three clear straws, satin gift-wrap ribbon, clear tape and a plastic sandwich bag.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To assemble your money lei, follow these steps:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>1. Cut the three straws into small pieces, approximately a quarter-inch thick. Store in the plastic bag for safekeeping.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>2. Fold your bills.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>First, fold each bill horizontally to make a crease.<\/li><li>Fold the bill back and forth in equal segments to create fan pleats.<\/li><li>Fold the fan in half so the pleats fan outward.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>3. Prepare the ribbon by cutting about 14 feet and fold it in half. Double knot the closed end of the ribbon to make a loop.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>4. Place the first folded bill between the two ribbon strands that follow the knot, then knot immediately after to keep the bill in place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>5. Take a small piece of tape to fix the \u201cfanned\u201d ends of the bill together to create a fanned circle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>6. After the knot keeping the bill in place, attach a piece of straw to keep each bill the same length apart.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>7. Tie another knot and repeat: Insert the bill, tie a knot, create a fanned circle and add a piece of straw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>8. Continue the process until each bill has been added to the lei.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>9. Once each bill is affixed, tie the ends of the lei together and cut off the excess ribbon. If you wish, you can add a larger, more decorative ribbon at the end.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-7-emergency-box\">7. Emergency box<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A \u201cbreak in case of emergency\u201d box can be used for any number of gifts, from emergency bottles of wine to emergency baked goods. To give someone in your life some emergency cash, get a shadow box, tape and a marker. Take the glass off of the box, write \u201cBREAK IN CASE OF EMERGENCY\u201d on the side of the box that faces outward (or use our printable) and tape the cash in the middle, then replace the glass on the shadow box.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can even go a step further by including a small hammer or mallet with the \u201cemergency\u201d box so your recipient can break the glass open when they need it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-8-pizza-dough\">8. Pizza \u201cdough\u201d<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1590\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/pizza-dough.jpg\" alt=\"Pizza &quot;dough&quot;\" class=\"wp-image-362272\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/pizza-dough.jpg 1590w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/pizza-dough-300x170.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/pizza-dough-600x340.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/pizza-dough-768x435.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/pizza-dough-1536x869.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/pizza-dough-450x255.jpg 450w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/pizza-dough-900x509.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/pizza-dough-1400x792.jpg 1400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1590px) 100vw, 1590px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>If your recipient loves puns, consider looking into some funny money gift ideas like this <em>cheesy<\/em> one. Get a pizza box (preferably a clean one without any grease) and spread your bills out into a circle that resembles a pizza. Then, write your message on the inside of the top of the box. Watch as they open the box expecting a pizza but get a money gift instead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-9-cash-in-a-can\">9. Cash in a can<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This is another money gift idea that is easily disguised as an everyday object. Get a clean can (like a soda can) and carefully cut or remove the top. Put a large roll of bills into the can, then replace the lid or top in a way that makes it easy for the recipient to open it. Hand the recipient their can, and wait for their reaction as they realize what\u2019s inside!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-creative-money-gift-ideas-for-kids\"><a><\/a>Creative money gift ideas for kids<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When giving money to the kids in your life, whether it\u2019s an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/finance\/allowance-alternatives-for-kids\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">allowance<\/a> or a gift, odds are they\u2019ll be more impressed with an innovative presentation than a few bills in a card. (Hey, kids are hard to please!) To make the child in your life smile, consider the following eight fun ways to give money as a gift.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-10-scavenger-hunt\">10. Scavenger hunt<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1590\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/scavenger-hunt.jpg\" alt=\"Scavenger hunt for money\" class=\"wp-image-362274\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/scavenger-hunt.jpg 1590w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/scavenger-hunt-300x170.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/scavenger-hunt-600x340.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/scavenger-hunt-768x435.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/scavenger-hunt-1536x869.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/scavenger-hunt-450x255.jpg 450w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/scavenger-hunt-900x509.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/scavenger-hunt-1400x792.jpg 1400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1590px) 100vw, 1590px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Everyone loves scavenger hunts, whether they\u2019re hunting for eggs in the backyard in the spring or investigating the house for clues. For entertainment that will end in a cash reward, set up a scavenger hunt in your home, backyard, local park or wherever you have enough space.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can get as creative as you\u2019d like with the clues and how the child will earn their cash. Consider using plastic eggs, treasure boxes or punny hints to help them find their next treat. Just be sure the money you hide is in a safe space before the scavenger hunt begins!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-11-candy-roll-of-coins\"><a><\/a>11. Candy roll of coins<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Help them feel like a kid in a candy store with this creative money gift idea. Carefully peel the packaging off of a roll of hard candy and wrap the packaging around a roll of coins instead. They\u2019ll be expecting a sweet surprise but will get even more than they bargained for.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-12-math-problem-card\"><a><\/a>12. Math problem card<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want your child to \u201cearn\u201d their cash, consider giving them a homemade card with a math problem they need to solve to get their money. Here are some examples of math problem cards:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>What\u2019s 10 x 10?<\/strong> on the front of the card with a $100 bill inside<\/li><li><strong>Solve me: 20 + 20 = ___ <\/strong>, with two $20 bills inside<\/li><li><strong>The answer to 30 + 20 isn\u2019t funny, but the sooner you solve me the sooner you\u2019ll get some money! <\/strong>with $50 inside<\/li><li><strong>What\u2019s 120 divided by 2? <\/strong>with $60 inside<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>These cards make a fun and interactive way to share some money with a child who loves math. The above suggestions aren\u2019t an exhaustive list of formulas to include on math cards, so feel free to get creative with your own math problem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-13-cash-crayon-box\">13. Cash crayon box<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1707\" src=\"https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/GettyImages-1179718155-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"Crayon box\" class=\"wp-image-362042\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/GettyImages-1179718155-scaled.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/GettyImages-1179718155-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/GettyImages-1179718155-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/GettyImages-1179718155-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/GettyImages-1179718155-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/GettyImages-1179718155-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/GettyImages-1179718155-450x300.jpg 450w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/GettyImages-1179718155-900x600.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/GettyImages-1179718155-1400x933.jpg 1400w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/GettyImages-1179718155-2000x1333.jpg 2000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>This makes a great gift for the creative kid in your life. For this money gift, you\u2019ll need a 12- or 24-pack of crayons and enough bills to match the number of crayons in the box (don\u2019t be afraid to use $1 bills here).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Carefully wrap the cash around individual crayons and return them to the box, restoring the packaging so it looks unopened. Then, surprise your favorite artistic kid with some crayons and cash.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-14-cold-hard-cash\"><a><\/a>14. Cold, hard cash<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If the kid in your life needs to learn that patience is a virtue (especially when it comes to making <a href=\"https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/finance\/money-facts\/\">money<\/a>), consider freezing their money. Place the money in a plastic bag, then submerge it in a large ice cube tray or a bowl of water. Place the container with the bag and water in the freezer and let it freeze (ideally overnight).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If their parent approves, hand the kid the block of ice and something to safely pick at it with (or instruct them to wait until the ice melts). Talk about cold, hard cash!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-15-play-dough\">15. Play \u201cdough\u201d<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1590\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/play-dough.jpg\" alt=\"Play dough\" class=\"wp-image-362273\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/play-dough.jpg 1590w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/play-dough-300x170.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/play-dough-600x340.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/play-dough-768x435.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/play-dough-1536x869.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/play-dough-450x255.jpg 450w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/play-dough-900x509.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/play-dough-1400x792.jpg 1400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1590px) 100vw, 1590px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Everyone\u2019s favorite moldable toy from their pre-K days can double as a creative way to give your favorite kiddo some cash. Take the clay out of the tube and replace it with a thick roll of cash about the same weight as the clay (consider rolling up $1 bills if you need to add some heft). Write a clever note on the inside of the cap and watch their face light up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-16-candy-bar-money-packaging\">16. Candy bar money packaging<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Give a two-for-one special with this small money gift idea. Get a candy bar, preferably a king-sized one, and a few bills. Fold the bills in half lengthwise and tape them end to end if you\u2019re using more than one.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Create a \u201cring\u201d around the candy bar with the bills and tape them in place. This makes a great two-in-one gift or small treat for the little one in your life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-17-fortune-cookies\"><a><\/a>17. Fortune cookies<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Share some good fortune with this fun interpretation of the classic after-dinner cookie. You\u2019ll just need decorative cardstock or craft foam, Velcro or hook-and-loop fasteners, scissors, several bills and some fortunes. Follow these steps to make a fortune cookie worth sharing:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>1. Draw a large circle onto your cardstock or craft foam, then cut it out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>2. Fold the circle in half and crease.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>3. Open the circle and fold in thirds perpendicular to the crease.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>4. Turn the circle over. Place one piece of Velcro or loop fastener on one end, about 1.5 inches from the center crease. Add the other piece of Velcro or hook fastener to the opposite end.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>5. Unfold the circle. Add in your fortune (like the ones included in the printable below) as well as the desired amount of cash into the pocket created from the folds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>6. Fold the \u201ccookie\u201d in half, connecting the halves by sticking the fasteners or Velcro together.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>7. Puff up the cookie by pushing in the sides.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For step-by-step instructions and some printable fortunes to include, check out our printable below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-creative-ways-to-give-gift-cards\"><a><\/a>Creative ways to give gift cards<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If giving someone gift cards is more your speed than giving cash, then check out these creative ways to give someone a gift card. This is a great way to make giving money a little more personal, and you can even use <a href=\"https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/money-management\/cash-envelope-templates\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">cash envelope budgeting<\/a> to budget for purchasing several gift cards at once.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-18-ornament-gift-card-holder\">18. Ornament gift card holder<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1590\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/ornament-giftcard-holder.jpg\" alt=\"Ornament gift card holder\" class=\"wp-image-362275\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/ornament-giftcard-holder.jpg 1590w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/ornament-giftcard-holder-300x170.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/ornament-giftcard-holder-600x340.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/ornament-giftcard-holder-768x435.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/ornament-giftcard-holder-1536x869.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/ornament-giftcard-holder-450x255.jpg 450w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/ornament-giftcard-holder-900x509.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/ornament-giftcard-holder-1400x792.jpg 1400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1590px) 100vw, 1590px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re looking for creative ways to give money for Christmas or another wintertime holiday, this idea is for you. You can buy these premade, but here\u2019s how to make one at home if you want to get crafty. You\u2019ll need decorative cardstock or thick paper, scissors, glue, thick ribbon and a marker.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>1. Cut your paper into a circle, about six inches in diameter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>2. Cut another piece of paper into a half-circle, about a half-inch smaller than your original circle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>3. Cut a four-inch piece of ribbon and fold it in half to create a loop.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>4. Carefully glue the edge of your half circle to the larger circle to create a pocket.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>5. Keeping the shape of the loop, glue the ribbon to the top of the circle to create the hook for your ornament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>6. Decorate your ornament and add a festive message to the pocket before sticking the gift card inside. If you need to secure the gift card in place, use a small piece of tape to stick the back of the gift card to the paper.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>7. Hang the ornament on the tree and surprise the recipient with a holiday-themed gift card.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-19-mason-jar-surprise\">19. Mason jar surprise<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1590\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/mason-jar-surprise.jpg\" alt=\"Mason jar surprise\" class=\"wp-image-362276\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/mason-jar-surprise.jpg 1590w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/mason-jar-surprise-300x170.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/mason-jar-surprise-600x340.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/mason-jar-surprise-768x435.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/mason-jar-surprise-1536x869.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/mason-jar-surprise-450x255.jpg 450w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/mason-jar-surprise-900x509.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/mason-jar-surprise-1400x792.jpg 1400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1590px) 100vw, 1590px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>This hidden gift card treat is great for anyone with a sweet tooth. Get a Mason jar that\u2019s big enough to fit the gift card inside and put the gift card toward the bottom of the jar. Fill the jar with the recipient\u2019s favorite candy so the gift card can\u2019t be seen from the outside, then watch as they uncover a special surprise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-20-card-igan\"><a><\/a>20. Card-igan<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re handy with knitting needles or know someone who is, then a knitted \u201ccard-igan\u201d gift card holder is a creative, fun way to give someone a gift card. Simply knit a pocket for the gift card in the recipient\u2019s favorite color (get as creative with this as you\u2019d like) and slide the gift card in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This isn\u2019t just a cozy way to share a gift card with a loved one\u2014it also serves as a reusable pocket wallet or card holder for your recipient to take wherever they go.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-21-bouquet-of-gift-cards\">21. Bouquet of gift cards<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1590\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/bouquet-of-giftcards.jpg\" alt=\"bouquet of gift cards\" class=\"wp-image-362277\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/bouquet-of-giftcards.jpg 1590w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/bouquet-of-giftcards-300x170.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/bouquet-of-giftcards-600x340.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/bouquet-of-giftcards-768x435.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/bouquet-of-giftcards-1536x869.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/bouquet-of-giftcards-450x255.jpg 450w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/bouquet-of-giftcards-900x509.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/bouquet-of-giftcards-1400x792.jpg 1400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1590px) 100vw, 1590px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>This is another creative way to give a teacher, parent or other hard-working loved one a reminder to spend some time and money on themselves. To give someone a bouquet of gift cards, you\u2019ll need a planter pot, some Styrofoam, wooden dowels, tape and popsicle sticks or stakes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Similar to the money tree, insert the Styrofoam into the pot (you can paint it green to make it resemble grass if you\u2019d like). Insert the dowels or sticks into the foam, arranging them around so they fill up the space at the top of the pot. Finally, tape the gift cards to the top of the sticks and you\u2019re done! You\u2019ve got a cute bouquet of gift cards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To make your bouquet even more realistic, you can cut petals or flowers out of construction paper and glue them to the stakes, then tape the gift cards into the middle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you don\u2019t have time to create a beautiful art project displaying the gift cards, consider buying your loved one a bouquet of their favorite flowers and placing a gift card or two (securely) on top.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-22-creative-tags\"><a><\/a>22. Creative tags<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want to really show your recipient your appreciation, add a gift card to another gift\u2019s tag. This shows your generosity on many levels\u2014just remember to budget accordingly!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-23-coffee-sleeve-holder\"><a><\/a>23. Coffee sleeve holder<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This gift card idea makes a great gift for teachers, parents or anyone else in your life who loves coffee. All you\u2019ll need is a cardboard coffee sleeve from a coffee shop, markers, glue and your gift card.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Glue the narrow end of the sleeve shut and wait for it to dry. Put the card inside the sleeve and tape it in place if you need to. Decorate the sleeve with a coffee pun for the caffeine lover in your life, like:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>I love\/appreciate you a latte<\/li><li>Words cannot espresso how much you bean to me<\/li><li>A gift card, espresso-ly for you<\/li><li>Bottomless thanks<\/li><li>Thanks a latte for everything you do<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-24-phone-gift-card-holder\"><a><\/a>24. Phone gift card holder<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This is another meaningful two-in-one gift for treating someone who deserves it. Get a card holder the recipient will like that can be affixed to the back of their phone, but before wrapping it up nicely, insert one or more gift cards into the card slots.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-25-play-gift-card-fairy\"><a><\/a>25. Play \u201cgift card\u201d fairy<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Everyone loved receiving something special under their pillow as a kid after losing a tooth. Bring the tooth fairy tradition back to life by sneaking a gift card under your loved one\u2019s pillow before they go to sleep. To prevent the card from getting lost, leave a sticky note somewhere you know they\u2019ll see prompting them to lift their pillow for a surprise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>From gift cards to giving cash, there\u2019s a multitude of creative ways to give money to your loved ones for birthdays, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/blog\/finance\/holiday-budgeting\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">holidays<\/a> or other special events. Hopefully, this list gives you a good place to start. As you express your generosity and kindness, just be sure to keep <a href=\"https:\/\/www.creditrepair.com\/credit-education\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">good financial practices<\/a> in mind so you can budget for your loved ones\u2019 gifts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/creditrepair.com\/disclaimer\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Note: <\/a>The information provided on <a href=\"http:\/\/CreditRepair.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CreditRepair.com<\/a> does not, and is not intended to, act as legal, financial or credit advice; instead, it is for general informational purposes only.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you\u2019re looking to spice up how you present cash gifts to loved ones on special occasions, look no further than these 25 creative ways to give 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