Graduation Gift Guide
Give the grad a Berkeley Bucks — one card, over 100 local businesses to choose from. Dinner, new clothes, a spa break after finals. Delivered instantly.
A card tied to Berkeley — they’ll remember home every time they use it.
over 100 local businesses — dinner, clothes, books, spa. Their pick.
Schedule delivery for the exact moment — morning of, or post-ceremony.
All of these Berkeley businesses accept the Berkeley Bucks Card. Let the grad decide.
Treat the grad to one of Berkeley’s best restaurants — their choice.
Food & Dining
1925 Ninth Street, Berkeley, California, 94710
Food & Dining
1700 Shattuck Ave. #318, Berkeley, California, 94709
Food & Dining
2170 Shattuck Ave, Berkeley, California, 94704
Food & Dining
2086 University Avenue, Berkeley, California, 94704
Food & Dining
2900 College Avenue, Berkeley, California, 94705
Food & Dining
2502 Telegraph Ave, Berkeley, California, 94704
Interview outfit, first-job clothes, or just something new to mark the milestone.
Retail
824 Ashby Ave., Berkeley, California, 94710
Retail
1120 Solano Avenue, Albany, California, 94706
Retail
2943 College Ave, Berkeley, California, 94705
Retail
3086 Claremont Ave, Berkeley , California, 94705
Retail
2530 San Pablo Ave, Berkeley, California, 94702
Retail
1831 Solano Avenue, Berkeley, California, 94707
Spa day, haircut, or a well-earned massage after finals week.
Health & Fitness
3320 Adeline Street, Berkeley, California, 94703
Health & Fitness
2386 Telegraph Ave, Berkeley, California, 94704
Health & Fitness
800 Potter Street, Berkeley, California, 94710
Beauty & Wellness
2842 Prince Street, Berkeley, California, 94705
Beauty & Wellness
1946 Bonita Ave, Berkeley, California, 94704
Beauty & Wellness
2432 Durant Ave, Berkeley, California, 94704
Local cafes and shops — practical gifts the grad will actually use.
Services
2081 Addison Street, Berkeley, California, 94704
Services
2147 San Pablo Ave, Berkeley, California, 94702
Services
2025 Addison St, Berkeley, California, 94704
Services
1942 University Avenue #104, Berkeley, California, 94702
Services
1200 Tenth St., Berkeley, California, 94710
Services
2087 Addison Street, Berkeley, Ca 94704, Berkeley, California, 94704
Out of town for the ceremony? Schedule delivery for the exact date and time — the grad opens it in their inbox right as they walk off the stage.
Pick the delivery date during checkout. No shipping, no wrapping.
Any amount from $5 to $500 — typical graduation gifts run $25–$150.
Write a personal message — what you’re proud of, what’s next.
Delivered by email or text — arrives in seconds, no shipping delay.
A Berkeley Bucks lets the grad celebrate on their own terms at over 100 local Berkeley businesses — dinner with friends, a new outfit, or a spa day after finals. Unlike a check, it reminds them of home every time they use it. It supports the local economy and never expires.
Yes — and many grads love receiving one right before moving away. Use it to treat friends to a last dinner out, stock up on essentials from local shops, or save it for visits back home. The Berkeley Bucks does not expire.
Common amounts for a Berkeley Bucks Card graduation gift range from $25 for acquaintances to $100+ for close family. For high school grads, $25–$75 is typical; for college grads, $50–$150 is common. Any amount from $5 to $500 is supported — pick what feels right for your relationship.
The Berkeley Bucks is accepted at over 100 local businesses in Berkeley, including restaurants, boutiques, spas, coffee shops, and more. The grad picks where and when.
Yes. During checkout you can pick the exact delivery date and time — send it first thing graduation morning, or time it for the post-ceremony dinner. No wrapping or shipping required.
Yes. Our Corporate / Bulk Orders flow supports multi-recipient purchases with individual messages — perfect for a family with multiple grads, a graduating class gift, or an employer sending to new hires. Visit the /corporate-sales page to get started.
A Berkeley Bucks they can use at over 100 local Berkeley businesses. Delivered instantly — a gift they’ll actually use.
Buy Berkeley Bucks Card for the Grad