It won't last forever, but here's how seniors can play it smart: focus on useful, fun, and tech-friendly gifts that younger family members actually want — while taking advantage of Staples’ in-store offers that count toward a promotion that will essentially give you a bonus $20 you can use.
Here's how – if you spend $60+ in-store by Nov. 15, you’ll get a $20 promo card to use later (Nov. 18–Dec. 24).
Gifts Grandkids Will Love (and qualify for the promo)
- Board games & Play-Doh sets: Affordable, tactile gifts for younger grandkids. They’re part of Staples’ “Gifts under $10” section, so you can bundle a few to reach $60.
- Calendars and planners: Fun themes for teens or college students — especially if you pick a motivational or sports design.
- Gaming accessories: Headsets, controllers, or a charging stand for Xbox/PlayStation — easy wins for teenage or adult grandkids.
- Apple® AirTags: $24 single or $79 four-pack — perfect for young adults who travel or misplace keys/backpacks.
- Apple® AirPods Pro® (Gen 2): At $169 (a strong deal), these hit the spending mark solo and make a premium gift.
- Laptops and monitors: If you want to give something practical for a student or grandkid starting a job — some monitors are just $89.99.
- Luggage ($39.99 and up): Great for kids in college or frequent travelers — or to use for your own holiday trips.
Personalized, Thoughtful Gifts
Seniors who enjoy sentimental giving can use Staples’ custom print offers (40% off) for:
- Photo mugs or calendars with family pictures.
- Custom wrapping paper with grandkids’ photos or even pets.
- Holiday cards with personal notes or family updates.
All of these are included in the promo window and count toward that $60 minimum.
How to Get the $20 Bonus at Staples
Spend $60+ in-store by Nov. 15; redeem $20 promo card Nov. 18–Dec. 24 (in-store).
- Gifts for grandkids: board games, Play‑Doh, calendars, planners.
- Apple deals (in‑store): AirTag (single or 4‑pack), AirPods Pro, iPad 11" (where available).
- Tech bargains: select laptops and monitors (as low as $89.99).
- Gaming accessories: headsets, controllers, charging docks; consoles earn points in‑store.
- Travel helpers: luggage (as low as $39.99).
- Shipping supplies: boxes (50% off when you buy 5+), bubble mailers, bubble rolls.
- Custom print & photo: cards, mugs, calendars, pet wrapping paper (40% off thru Nov. 15; same‑day pickup where available).
- Shop in‑store by Nov. 15. The $20 promo card requires an in‑store purchase of $60+.
- Bundle to hit $60: e.g., a board game + a calendar + an AirTag.
- Use the $20 card Nov. 18–Dec. 24 on gift wrap, stocking stuffers, or a second gift.
- Apple and some gaming offers are in‑store only and while supplies last — shop early.
- Custom print discounts end Nov. 15, so they pair perfectly with the promo card timing.
- Shipping gifts? Stack UPS discounts (10–25% off) with supply deals to save more.
- Spend window: Nov. 2–15, 2025 (in‑store).
- Redeem window: Nov. 18–Dec. 24, 2025 (in‑store).
Fine print: Staples terms apply. Some deals are in‑store only, limited quantities, and may vary by location. Check current details at staples.com or your local store.
Bonus Savings for Shippers
If you’re mailing gifts, Staples’ UPS and packing deals make it cheaper to send everything in one trip:
- 10–25% off UPS shipping
- Buy 2, get 1 free on bubble mailers, shipping tubes, or bubble rolls
- Half off boxes when you buy 5+
These items also count toward the promo total.
Smart Stacking Strategy
Step 1: Shop in-store before Nov. 15 (the promo is in-store only).
Step 2: Combine smaller items — e.g., a board game, calendar, and AirTag — to reach $60.
Step 3: Use your $20 promo card (redeemable Nov. 18–Dec. 24) for wrapping paper, cards, or one more stocking stuffer.
Fine Print Worth Knowing
- Promo card valid in-store only between Nov. 18–Dec. 24, 2025.
- Custom print offers end Nov. 15, so those double up perfectly with the $20 gift card timing.
- Some Apple and gaming offers are in-store only and while supplies last — shop early for best selection.
