Gifts for college students who are far from home
Send a gift they can spend on meals, coffee, food delivery, or a trip home. No fees. Never expires.
A Taste of Home for Your College Student
Sending a child off to college is a big milestone for the whole family. Even the most independent students get homesick, especially during midterms, finals, and long stretches between breaks. A thoughtful gift is a simple way to remind them they're loved and supported. With On Me, you can send something useful in minutes, without the hassle of shipping a box to a dorm mailroom. Choose a category they'll use, add an encouraging note, and they pick exactly what they want. It's support they can feel from miles away.
College students on a budget appreciate practical gifts like meals, coffee, and food delivery. On Me gifts arrive by text, email, or a shareable link. There are no fees, and gifts never expire. They can use their gift during a busy week or save it for when they need it most.
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Gifts for students away at school
Lunch Between Classes
College schedules are packed, and dining hall food gets old fast. A Lunch On Me card lets your student grab a fresh bowl, sandwich, or salad from spots like CAVA, Piada, and Green District Salads. It's a practical gift they'll use again and again. It's perfect for busy days between classes and study sessions. Add a note reminding them to eat something green. Lunch is on you.
Testimonials
Loved by people everywhere
“Fantastic option for thoughtful gifts without the pressure of locking someone into something that they feel obligated to keep/use even if they don't like it.”
Grant King
“Works great to send a little pick me up to college kids when you never quite know how they will spend it, but know what things they like. Has been seamless. Thanks!”
Chris Lagerbloom
“On Me is my lifesaver when it comes to gifting friends and families — so many places and types of cards to choose from.”
Alaweyah Habhab
“Whether family gifting or corporate gifting, your people will love you for sending this gift.”
Gretchen
“Great concept and so easy to gift! Also has a great list of vendors available.”
Amelia Palmer
“I just think this was the best idea anyone has had in forever. I've been giving gift cards for Christmas for years & it's always a struggle to get the right one for everybody. On Me solved my dilemma & I can order from them every year. And everyone is happy, especially me!”
Carolyn Nickolauson
“I love it! I've always wanted to gift people I love, but I haven't been able to hit the sweet spot of finding "exactly what would spark joy". As soon as I learnt about it, I tried it for my partner and my sister.”
Ranganath Narayan
“I love this, adding quick video messages makes a huge difference. It's a gift card I know my friends will actually use!”
Katyanna Quach
“As a senior retiree, my thumbs don't go at Mach 1, and I don't always find apps easy to use. But I found this one very intuitive. Choosing a category like hiking makes me feel like I at least put a little effort into knowing what types of gift the recipient would want.”
Rick
“As someone who lives out of state from friends and family, On Me has been a great tool for making sure I don't miss the opportunity to make my loved ones feel special for birthdays and other celebrations. Love this service!”
Ashley Massa
“Fantastic option for thoughtful gifts without the pressure of locking someone into something that they feel obligated to keep/use even if they don't like it.”
Grant King
“Works great to send a little pick me up to college kids when you never quite know how they will spend it, but know what things they like. Has been seamless. Thanks!”
Chris Lagerbloom
“On Me is my lifesaver when it comes to gifting friends and families — so many places and types of cards to choose from.”
Alaweyah Habhab
“Whether family gifting or corporate gifting, your people will love you for sending this gift.”
Gretchen
“Great concept and so easy to gift! Also has a great list of vendors available.”
Amelia Palmer
“I just think this was the best idea anyone has had in forever. I've been giving gift cards for Christmas for years & it's always a struggle to get the right one for everybody. On Me solved my dilemma & I can order from them every year. And everyone is happy, especially me!”
Carolyn Nickolauson
“I love it! I've always wanted to gift people I love, but I haven't been able to hit the sweet spot of finding "exactly what would spark joy". As soon as I learnt about it, I tried it for my partner and my sister.”
Ranganath Narayan
“I love this, adding quick video messages makes a huge difference. It's a gift card I know my friends will actually use!”
Katyanna Quach
“As a senior retiree, my thumbs don't go at Mach 1, and I don't always find apps easy to use. But I found this one very intuitive. Choosing a category like hiking makes me feel like I at least put a little effort into knowing what types of gift the recipient would want.”
Rick
“As someone who lives out of state from friends and family, On Me has been a great tool for making sure I don't miss the opportunity to make my loved ones feel special for birthdays and other celebrations. Love this service!”
Ashley Massa
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FAQ
Meals, coffee, food delivery, and travel home for the holidays are always appreciated.
Yes. There's nothing to pack or ship, and gifts arrive instantly by email, text, or a shareable Gift Link.
Yes. You can send a new gift anytime, like during midterms or finals.
No. On Me gifts never expire and have no fees.