College Goal #1: Make Friends! Elfster provides a unique gift-giving opportunity for students, alumni, and college groups to create connections, form friendships, establish traditions, and most importantly, feel a sense of belonging within their campus [read more]
Headed off to college? You gotta make sure you bring just the right amount of stuff! Not too much, not too little – and definitely nothing but good vibes! We did the homework for you [read more]
Over a century ago, nine college co-eds attending Howard University—a historically black college in the heart of our nation’s capitol—had a common dream to make the world a better place. At the dawn of the [read more]
From Acadia to Zion, one of the best things about America’s National Parks is that they offer something for everyone. For hikers and campers, history buffs and landscape lovers, adventure awaits in all 63 wild [read more]
Just as festive memories of holiday parties start to fade, in blow the bright and sunshine-filled days of spring! Time once again to be together, to laugh, to enjoy and appreciate the changing of the [read more]
Grab a BIG mug of hot cocoa, extra whipped cream! These 11 books were picked by our Elf Ambassador, Christina Imohokpomo, and are guaranteed to keep you by the fire all night long. Founder of [read more]
Don’t let shipping delays dampen your holiday fun this year. Elfster’s Subscription Box Gift Guide has you in the clear! There’s something for everyone on your list — even the hard-to-gift! Below are some of [read more]
Every kid delights in Christmas morning surprises wrapped in colorful paper and tied with a bow, under the fragrant bough of an evergreen tree delicately laced with sparkling garlands. How to Get in on the [read more]
We elves love nothing more than sugary sweets to fuel our days at the workshop. A candy cane here, a sip of maple syrup there… And when it comes to cookies, well, let’s just say [read more]
Things can get really busy during the holidays. Once December rolls around, you’ve got work parties, family parties, travel, and so much more. It makes it hard to get together. That’s one of the reasons [read more]
What’s the #1 reason to create a Secret Santa gift exchange besides the fun? Everyone only needs to buy one gift, and then they’re done! Elfster is a FREE gift exchange website that connects families, friends, [read more]
Our primary mission is to increase generosity by connecting friends and family to simplify gift giving. It takes a lot of time and money for the elves to run Elfster. Thanks to affiliate marketing, Elfster [read more]
Gifting is in session! Treat your little learners and their teachers wizards to something special from our Back to School gift guides. Below are some top elf picks featured on TV. Add ‘em to your Wishlist [read more]
If you live for live music, the silence of 2020 may have seemed deafening. As the world pressed pause on festivals and concerts planned for the year, eager jam band fans waited with bated breath. [read more]
After pressing pause on the party in 2020, rainbow flags are flying and the glitter is sparkling. Pride Month is in full swing! It’s time to support LGBTQIA+ run businesses by going all out for [read more]
For some parents of children living on the autism spectrum, family life can seem very different and distant from the experiences of many others. And facing challenges unique to their own family, many parents feel [read more]
I saw the need in our community and was excited to think of something that would help – even a little. — Terry Yaceyko School-aged children have certainly been hit with challenges this past year, [read more]
Can you believe it’s been over 20 years since the world first fell in love with the mother-daughter duo of Lorelai and Rory Gilmore and their fast-talking, witty banter (ever-fueled by coffee)? The hit dramedy [read more]
Eid al-Fitr falls on May 12 this year and celebrations will continue into the next day. As someone new to these traditions, I was eager to learn more about the festivities surrounding the celebration of [read more]
After the longest year any of us can remember — filled with challenges and uncertainty — the dawning of a new Spring is in the air. Snow is melting, birds are chirping and the sweetness [read more]
Just as every book has its own story to tell, so too do the eyes that are cast upon their pages. Through the lens of an author of color, they share the diverse voices of [read more]
When I was a kid, my family was really into playing board games. For my brothers, I’m sure it was all about the strategy and a little “friendly” competition. For me, it was all about [read more]
Here at Elfster, we consider ourselves experts on pretty much “all things holiday” — we are elves after all! Picking the perfect presents, keeping tabs on Santa’s nice & naughty lists and helping your holidays [read more]
Secret Santa is one of the most enduring Christmas traditions across the world. In its purest form, it is a game in which someone gives an anonymous gift to a pre-designated recipient, then the recipient [read more]