Graduation Thank You Cards
Is your graduation party over? Now it’s time for thank you cards! These printable Graduation Thank You Cards make it easy to send a thoughtful thank you after high school or college graduation. They are perfect for thanking friends and family for graduation gifts, money, and support!
As mundane as it seems, thank you cards are an important step to take. Not only does it let family and friends know that you’ve received the gift, but it also lets them know their gift was appreciated!
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Why You’ll Love These Thank You Cards
Big companies would love to sell you expensive thank you cards along with a cap and gown and other memorabilia. The thing is, you don’t need to spend a lot to say thank you. You can print this card on white card stock or kraft card stock for a more elevated look. They print two per piece of card stock to save you even more, and the card is designed to use black ink for a further cost-saving bonus. You can also print them right at home, which is so convenient!
How To Use These Cards
- Print the Graduation Thank You Cards found below. Kraft card stock is perfect for this design!
- Cut the page in half. Each card will be 5-1/2″ wide.
- Fold the notecard in half and make a nice crease with a bone folder or the back of a butter knife.
- Handwrite a thank you note inside!
These cards fit nicely in an A2 envelope.
What To Write In A Graduation Thank You Card
Sometimes, it’s good to see sample thank you card wording to help you get started. Here are a few ideas.
For Money Gifts
Dear Aunt Louise,
Thank you for taking time out of your busy schedule to join me at my High School Graduation Party!
Your generous gift of $50 will be used towards my first semester college tuition!
I’m excited for this new adventure at the University Of Washington!Love,
Bridget
This wording has the beginning thank you, an acknowledgement of the gift and what it will be used for, and a closing sentence about your future.
For Attending The Graduation Party
What if someone attends the graduation party but doesn’t bring a gift? Should you still send a thank you? While it is appropriate to send a thank you to guests who attended your party, it isn’t necessary, but would be appreciated. It also might be a sweet place to congratulate them on winning a graduation party game like this, Who Knows The Graduate Best Graduation Party Game.
Hey Fred,
Thank you for coming to my graduation party to help me celebrate my high school graduation! It meant a lot to have you there! You always bring life to a party and your fun spirit was a joy for everyone!
Love, Bridget
For A Physical Gift
Many people will choose to gift things they think you will love or could use for your future endeavours. This Printable Graduation Gift Card Book is more than just a card. A lot of thought and effort may have gone into the gift.
Dear Frieda,
Thank you for coming to my graduation party to help me celebrate my college graduation! I truly appreciate the thoughtful gift card book and am so excited to use it! You are amazing, creative, and fun! Thank you for being a part of my life!
Your Friend, Bridget
Three to four sentences are the perfect length, but you could add a few more sentences if you’re inspired to do so.
You will find more ideas for what to write in your Graduation Thank You Cards in 50 Graduation Thank You Card Sayings And Messages.
When Should Thank You Cards Be Sent?
It’s a good idea to send thank you cards within two to three weeks after your graduation party. However, life is busy, so don’t stress if you take a little extra time to get them sent. A thoughtful thank you note is appreciated even if it is received a little later than normal.
Make sending thank you cards easier by using this Graduation Party Planner that includes a Graduation Party Guest List with space for an address, a place to record the gift received, and a spot to check once you’ve written the thank you.
Get Your Printable Graduation Thank You Card Here!
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It takes time. It takes thought. It takes stamps and a trip to the post office. But a Graduation Thank You Card also means a lot to the recipient!
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