Graduation Gift Guide
Give the grad a Downtown Dollars — one card, over 40 local businesses to choose from. Dinner, new clothes, a spa break after finals. Delivered instantly.
A card tied to Downtown Schenectady — they’ll remember home every time they use it.
over 40 local businesses — dinner, clothes, books, spa. Their pick.
Schedule delivery for graduation morning. They find it waiting in their inbox.
All of these Downtown Schenectady businesses accept the Downtown Dollars Card. Let the grad decide.
Treat the grad to one of Downtown Schenectady’s best restaurants — their choice.
Food & Dining
151 lafayette st, Schenectady, New York, 12305
Food & Dining
501 Smith Street, Schenectady, New York, 12305
Food & Dining
42 North Jay Street, Schenectady, New York, 12305
Food & Dining
116 Jay Street, Schenectady, New York, 12305
Food & Dining
108 State Street, Schenectady, New York, 12305
Food & Dining
118 Jay Street, Schenectady, New York, 12305
Interview outfit, first-job clothes, or just something new to mark the milestone.
Shopping & Retail
17 South Church Street, Schenectady, New York, 12305
Shopping & Retail
514 State Street, Schenectady, New York, 12305
Shopping & Retail
160 Jay Street, Schenectady, New York, 12305
Shopping & Retail
173 Jay Street, Schenectady, New York, 12305
Shopping & Retail
127 Jay Street, Schenectady, New York, 12305
Shopping & Retail
439 State Street, Schenectady, New York, 12305
Spa day, haircut, or a well-earned massage after finals week.
Local cafes and shops — practical gifts the grad will actually use.
Out of town for the ceremony? Schedule delivery for graduation day and the grad finds it waiting in their inbox on graduation morning.
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 — no shipping delay.
A Downtown Dollars lets the grad celebrate on their own terms at over 40 local Downtown Schenectady 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 Downtown Dollars does not expire.
Common amounts for a Downtown Dollars 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 Downtown Dollars is accepted at over 40 local businesses in Downtown Schenectady, including restaurants, boutiques, spas, coffee shops, and more. The grad picks where and when.
Yes. During checkout you can pick the delivery date, so it arrives on graduation morning. 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 Downtown Dollars they can use at over 40 local Downtown Schenectady businesses. Delivered instantly — a gift they’ll actually use.
Buy Downtown Dollars Card for the Grad
