Unique Birthday Ideas for a Friends Birthday
What do you give a person who has everything? This may be your lament when buying a birthday gift for a friend. The problem can be solved If you buy a unique gift, something that the friend will not have.
Gift cards have come into their own lately. If you don't know what to buy, purchase a gift card. Once a unique idea, it is no longer so. These are not unique, but the items mentioned below are unique for that special birthday gift.
If your friend is a church member, you might consider donating an item for the church in their name. You would have to check with the church first and see what their needs are. The cost of this gift would be up to the giver, as churches have items that are not costly to more expensive items.
If you live near a zoo, you can contact the administration of that facility and see if you can name a baby animal after your friend. Sometimes the cute baby deer can be named in honor of your friend. Make sure that the animal is cute and not really ugly, though. This would not be an appreciative gift, if the appearance of the baby was not cute. If you do not live near a zoo, contact a zoo and see if they offer the "name a zoo baby" option.
If the person is highly regarded in the community, an important landmark could be named for your friend. It would mean your suggesting this idea to someone who could "make it happen." This would be a lasting birthday gift.
If a person is elderly or unable to do manual labor, you might purchase a gift certificate to paint a room in their house, fix or repair broken items, etc. This work could be done by you or you can pay to hire a reputable repair man. This gift would "keep on giving" because the repairs will last forever.
Based on their financial situation, a certificate for some home cooked meals is an unique gift. You can purchase these, make them yourself, or have a group contribute to the effort. This is a gift that will be appreciated for many days.
Another unique gift is transportation for someone who does not drive. You can offer a month's transportation provided by your family, or purchase a bus pass, or tickets for a taxi cab company.
Donate a book to the library in their name. You might check with the library and see what books are on their list. They will order the book and advise you when it comes in. They will present your friend with a certificate, stating that the book was purchased in their honor.
