Graduation Gift Guide
Give the grad a Shop JoCo Community Gift Card — one card, over 125 local businesses to choose from. Dinner, new clothes, a spa break after finals. Delivered instantly.
A card tied to Iowa City — they’ll remember home every time they use it.
over 125 local businesses — dinner, clothes, books, spa. Their pick.
Schedule delivery for the exact moment — morning of, or post-ceremony.
All of these Iowa City businesses accept the Shop JoCo Community Gift Card. Let the grad decide.
Treat the grad to one of Iowa City’s best restaurants — their choice.
Food & Dining
225 S Linn St, Iowa City, Iowa, 52240
Food & Dining
112 E College St, Iowa City, Iowa, 52240
Food & Dining
136 S. Dubuque St., STE 11, Iowa City, Iowa, 52240
Food & Dining
301 E Market St, Iowa City, Iowa, 52245
Food & Dining
901 E 2nd Ave, Coralville, Iowa, 52241
Food & Dining
Old Capitol Center Ste 102, Iowa City, Iowa, 52240
Interview outfit, first-job clothes, or just something new to mark the milestone.
Retail
21 S. Dubuque St, Iowa City, Iowa, 52240
Retail
257 Iowa Avenue, Iowa City, Iowa, 52240
Retail
920 E 2nd Ave Suite, Coralville, Iowa, 52241
Retail
355 S Clinton, Iowa City, Iowa, 52240
Retail
107 E Iowa Ave, Iowa City, Iowa, 52240
Retail
1000 25th Avenue, Coralville, Iowa, 52241
Spa day, haircut, or a well-earned massage after finals week.
Health & Fitness
1312 Melrose Ave, Iowa City, Iowa, 52246
Beauty & Wellness
111 N Devoe St, Lone Tree, Iowa, 52755
Health & Fitness
1701 2nd St, Coralville, Iowa, 52241
Health & Fitness
224 S. Clinton St, Iowa City, Iowa, 52240
Health & Fitness
250 12th Ave, Coralville, Iowa, 52241
Beauty & Wellness
1509 Mall Dr Ste 1, Iowa City, Iowa, 52240
Local cafes and shops — practical gifts the grad will actually use.
Services
13 S Linn St., Iowa City, Iowa, 52240
Services
208 Stevens Dr, Iowa City, Iowa, 52240
Services
1900 Country Club Dr, Coralville, Iowa, 52241
Services
1512 7th St, Coralville, Iowa, 52241
Services
808 5th St., Coralville, Iowa, 52241
Services
1301 5th Street, Coralville, Iowa, 52241
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 Shop JoCo Community Gift Card lets the grad celebrate on their own terms at over 125 local Iowa City 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 Shop JoCo Community Gift Card does not expire.
Common amounts for a Shop JoCo Community Gift 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 Shop JoCo Community Gift Card is accepted at over 125 local businesses in Iowa City, 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 Shop JoCo Community Gift Card they can use at over 125 local Iowa City businesses. Delivered instantly — a gift they’ll actually use.
Buy Shop JoCo Community Gift Card for the Grad