Finally a Graduation Registry
3-minute setup. Tracked cash gifts, built-in thank-you list, and one shareable link or QR code. Perfect for the Class of 2026 and 2027.
Who GradFunded Is For
If there's a cap and gown, GradFunded works.
What do graduates actually put on a graduation registry?
A graduation registry isn't about stuff from a store. It's about real life. Here's what the Class of 2026 is asking for most — and what GradFunded is built to handle.
First apartment fund
First month's rent, last month's rent, security deposit — moving costs are the biggest financial shock after graduation. Cash toward this is the most useful gift most grads can receive.
Professional tools & gear
Nursing scrubs, a new laptop, trade tools, a professional wardrobe. What a grad needs to show up for their first day ready — and that their family can actually help fund.
Licensing & exam fees
NCLEX, bar exam, CPA, CFA, real estate license. These fees can run $300–$1,000+ and hit right after graduation. A GradBoost with "Help me cover my boards" makes it personal and concrete.
Digital gift cards
Amazon, Target, Uber, DoorDash, Chewy, Spotify — gift cards grads will actually use in their first weeks of independent life, when every dollar counts.
Student loan paydown
Some grads add a cash fund specifically for student loan payments. Family members who want to give something meaningful — not just practical — often love contributing to this.
Travel or experiences
A graduation trip, a national park pass, a concert or event — especially for grads who have everything they need, an experience fund is the most memorable option.
Emergency fund starter
One of the most financially responsible things a grad can put on their registry — and increasingly common. Naming it "My emergency fund" in GradFunded tells the story without any awkwardness.
Dorm & apartment essentials
For high school seniors heading to college: bedding, kitchen basics, storage, desk supplies. Add individual items or a cash fund and let family choose how to contribute.
How a graduation registry works on GradFunded
Three steps, about three minutes total.
Set up your registry
Create your free profile, upload a photo, write a short message, and add your GradBoosts and gift cards. You pick what goes on it — cash funds, digital cards, or both.
Share one link
GradFunded gives you a personal URL and a printable QR code. Add it to invitations, group texts, Instagram, or your graduation announcement — one link works everywhere.
Receive gifts & track everything
Gifts are processed securely and logged automatically in your dashboard. See who gave what, send one-click thank-you notes, and cash out when you're ready.
What's inside a GradFunded registry
Everything you need to make gifting simple for guests.
Helps Grads Start Financially Stronger
Cash gifting that helps graduates start financially stronger — supporting real, everyday needs instead of things they don't use.
Modern Gifting, One Link
A free digital announcement and registry in one, letting family anywhere in the world see photos, read your story, and send a gift easily.
Safe & Secure Payments
Gifts are processed securely online and tracked in the graduate's dashboard — no cash envelopes, no lost checks, no mail delays.
Built-In Gift Tracking + Thank You's
Built-in gift tracking keeps every gift organized, with simple one-click thank-yous so nothing falls through the cracks.
"Thank you so much! Such a great idea — so grateful for y'all!"
Jordan · Berklee College of Music · Class of 2025
"We shared one GradFunded link on invites and group texts — and every guest actually used it. Our grad got help with real needs."
Senior Mom
Graduation registry questions, answered
Everything parents, graduates, and gift-givers ask before setting one up.
What is a graduation registry?
A graduation registry is a shareable list where graduates collect cash gifts, gift cards, or specific items they actually need for their next chapter. It works like a wedding or baby registry — guests visit the link, choose a gift, and contribute.
GradFunded is built specifically for graduation, so you can request things like moving expenses, certification fees, professional tools, and everyday needs — not just products from a single store.
What should I put on my graduation registry?
The most popular graduation registry items are:
- Cash toward moving costs (first month's rent, security deposit, moving truck)
- Professional tools and gear (nursing scrubs, laptop, trade equipment)
- Certification and licensing exam fees (NCLEX, bar exam, CPA)
- Digital gift cards for everyday needs (Amazon, Target, Uber, DoorDash)
- An emergency fund or savings starter
- Funds toward student loans or grad school costs
With GradFunded, you can label each cash request with a purpose — called a GradBoost — so family knows exactly what their gift is going toward.
Is it rude to ask for cash gifts at graduation?
No — asking for cash is now widely accepted for graduation. Most family members would rather give money that's actually useful than a gift the graduate doesn't need.
The key is giving cash requests context. GradFunded's GradBoosts do exactly that: instead of just asking for money, you explain what it's going toward. "Help me cover my nursing board exam" or "Contribute to my first apartment fund" feels personal and meaningful — not transactional.
How do I share my graduation registry?
GradFunded gives you one personal URL and a printable QR code the moment your registry is live. Most graduates:
- Add the link to their party invitation
- Post it in family group texts
- Share it on Instagram or a graduation announcement
- Print the QR code on physical invites or table signage at their party
One link, every guest — no app required for givers.
Can high school seniors make a graduation registry?
Yes. GradFunded works for high school, college, trade school, nursing school, law school, medical school, and any program that ends with a ceremony.
High school seniors most commonly request dorm supplies funds, laptop help, back-to-school gift cards, and contributions toward their first year of college expenses.
What's the difference between a graduation registry and a wish list?
A wish list (like an Amazon wish list) is a list of products from a store. A graduation registry is purpose-built for gifting events — it's shareable, trackable, and designed to collect cash contributions and gift cards alongside physical items.
GradFunded is a cash-first graduation registry, which means it's built around what graduates actually need: money for real expenses, not just more stuff.
When should I set up my graduation registry?
Set up your graduation registry 3–6 weeks before your graduation date or party. That gives you enough time to share the link with family, include it in invitations, and give guests time to contribute before the event.
Setup takes about 3 minutes on GradFunded — you can have a live registry link before you finish reading this page.
How much does GradFunded cost?
Creating a GradFunded registry is free. There is a small processing fee when guests send a cash gift or digital gift card — similar to any online payment platform. There are no monthly fees and no cost to set up, share, or manage your registry.
Ready to start strong?
Create your free GradFunded registry and share one link with everyone — simple, modern, and easy.