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Black Friday and Cyber Monday may have already passed, but that doesn’t mean we’re done with holiday savings! Our annual Startup Holiday Gift Guide is once again here to help take the hassle out of gift shopping with discount codes made especially for the NYU community.
In this roundup, we’ve compiled a list of NYU startups (including nonprofits!) founded by students and recent alumni that you can support this holiday season while spreading cheer with your loved ones. Ranging from luxury bed sheets to sustainable handbags to hormones-friendly snacks, NYU entrepreneurs have created consumer goods that will satisfy anyone and everyone on your shopping list.
While holiday shopping often gets the spotlight, there are plenty of other occasions throughout the year that call for meaningful gifts. From birthdays to anniversaries, graduations, and even milestone career achievements, finding the perfect present can be a delightful yet daunting task. This is where thoughtful, unique gifts for special occasions come in. Whether you’re celebrating a friend’s promotion or showing appreciation to a loved one, a carefully chosen gift can convey how much you truly care. From handpicked artisan pieces to custom-made items, the personal touch can elevate any occasion.
As the desire for more meaningful, customized gifts continues to grow, there’s an ever-expanding selection of options for every special occasion. Whether it’s a personalized journal, a custom-printed map marking a favorite place, or a photo album capturing shared memories, these gifts go beyond the ordinary.
Looking ahead to the next year, the possibilities for memorable presents only grow. Unique Personalized Gift Ideas 2025 are all about tapping into the recipient’s passions and experiences, ensuring that every gift feels as if it was made just for them. From personalized photo gifts to custom jewelry and tailor-made home decor, the goal is to create something that not only reflects the occasion but also enhances the bond you share. When you take the time to personalize a gift, you are giving more than just an item; you're offering a piece of your heart.
Finding the perfect gift for a special occasion involves choosing something that truly resonates with the recipient's personality and interests. While the task may seem challenging at times, the satisfaction of presenting a gift that truly resonates with the person you’re celebrating is incredibly rewarding.
For instance, if you're looking for a small yet meaningful gesture, keychainfavors can make for an excellent choice. Not only are they practical, but with the right personalization, they can also carry deep sentimental value. You can customize them with initials, dates, or even a special message, making them the perfect keepsake for a birthday, promotion, or any other milestone. The simplicity of a keychain, combined with the thoughtfulness of personalization, can turn an everyday item into something truly memorable.
When it comes to finding the perfect gift, it’s often the gesture that counts the most, and there’s something timeless about giving flowers. A bouquet can serve as a thoughtful token of appreciation, love, or celebration for any occasion. Whether it's a congratulatory gift for a promotion, a gesture of kindness to brighten someone's day, or a beautiful anniversary surprise, flowers speak volumes.
For those seeking the convenience of online shopping, this company offers an easy way to select a stunning bouquet and have it delivered on the same day, ensuring your gift arrives fresh and vibrant. With reasonably-priced floral arrangements, these florists help you give a lasting gift that will leave a memorable impression, whether you're near or far from the recipient.
The natural beauty of flowers can transform any moment into something special, offering both the recipient and the giver a lasting connection through the thoughtful language of blooms.
Shop the below vendors to support your fellow NYU founders!
Wishing you all happy holidays,
The NYU Entrepreneurial Institute Team
FOR THE HOME
Brooklinen
Brooklinen offers luxury bedding, towels, and loungewear at a fair price. Leaving our homes can be stressful, so why not make our time at home feel like a spa? Get 20% off "The Internet's Favorite Sheets" plus other products when you use the code NYU20.
Sabai Design
Beautifully designed, affordable furniture made with sustainable materials and ethical manufacturing.
SeaStraws
SeaStraws sells straws and eating utensils ethically made from the best renewable and natural materials. Use the code NYU2022 for 15% off.
FOR WEARING
Cozier's line of multi-purpose garments certainly lives up to its brand name. These comfortable and ethically produced tops, bottoms, and dresses are built to seamlessly shift between sleep and life. Use the code NYU40 for 40% your order.
One432
ONE432 shares 50% of net profits from the sale of their clothes and shoes with its female artisans while sponsoring a children's education in Pakistan.
Pepper
Bras that finally fit, flatter, and celebrate small-chested women. No more cup gaps or bulky push up padding here. Use the code NYU2023 for 10% off orders through the end of December.
SwoverallsThe comfiest thing you never knew you needed, Swoveralls are cool, functional, and extremely comfortable. Use the code NYU20 for 20% off.
Handmade in New York City, Kaila Katherine's vegan cactus leather purses are free from animal products, PVC, and toxic chemicals. Score 25% off with the code NYUPRIDE.
Designed with genuine Austrian crystals, Fria Jewelry's bracelets are a fem-tech fashion innovation that uses cooling technology to reduce the discomfort of hot flashes with no charging and no side effects. Use the code NYU20 for 20% off your order.
CLING is an Asian women-owned jewelry brand, bringing quality and effortless chic to our everyday lives. With its unique designs and aesthetic, the company aims to bring confidence and self love to those who wear its products. Use the code NYU20 for 20% off your order.
Bridal fashion doesn't have to break the bank. Trousso's resale platform helps brides-to-be and others find nearly-new upscale clothing at discounted prices. Get 10% off your next look with the code NYU10.
FOR THE BODY
Nourish & Refine
Nourish & Refine is an all-natural, organic skincare and conscious lifestyle brand. Use the code NYU15 for 15% off.
Tulii Skincare
Tulii's all-natural botanical skin serums are rich in organic antioxidants, essential nutrients, and fatty acids!
FOR THE PANTRY
Satisfy everyone's sweet tooth with these low calorie, vegan, oil free, paleo, no sugar added, and cholesterol free date spreads. Use the code NYU to get free shipping + 10% off all orders over $40 through the holiday season.
We Are the New FarmersFresh spirulina (also in frozen cubes) which are perfect for smoothies, juices, and bowls. One cube = a full day’s fresh greens!
Resist Nutrition
Functional, plant-based bars that your hormones will thank you for. Nothing artificial, gluten and soy free, and keto! Use the code NYUHOLIDAY for 15% off.
Rooted Fare
Asian women-founded, Rooted Fare makes delicious and unique Chinese-American spreads that celebrate traditional flavors in modern formats, like the Black Sesame Crunchy Butter. Use the code NYU4EVER for 10% off.
Support this Brooklyn-based and female-founded brewery by getting some easy-drinking beers delivered directly to your doorstep. Click here for beer shipping, merch, and gifts.
FOR *YOU*
Ephemeral Tattoo
Real tattoos made with ink that fades in a year. Ephemeral's ink gets broken down naturally by the body, allowing you to express yourself with no regrets!
Remi
Save your teeth from grinding and clenching with a comfortable, custom night guard for 80% less than the dentist. Use the code 40NYU to get 40% off your order.
My Wellbeing
We've had a stressful couple of years. My Wellbeing matches you with the therapist that is right for you, whatever you need help working through!
FOR THE HEART
Consider sharing your bounty beyond your loved ones this holiday season – support nonprofits that are giving the gift of education, career training, and more!
Stories In My Backyard (SIMBY)
SIMBY provides a hybrid photo club to Black girls who attend Philadelphia area middle schools and are seeking affordable photography education.
A global youth-led street art movement whose mission is to create cultural change from the ground up and give young activists around the world the tools and platforms to challenge gender-based street harassment.
Govern for AmericaAn organization that recruits, trains, inspires, and empowers recent graduates to dismantle systemic inequities and create a more effective government through job placement and other services.
The Diversity Org
An organization that educates low-income students on how to obtain corporate and high-income careers.
Fardah Roshan AcademyThe goal of the Academy is to bring education to every child in Afghanistan by empowering women to teach their own neighbors!
NYU Entrepreneurial Institute
Help the NYU Entrepreneurial Institute continue to offer coaching and award-winning programming like the Female Founders Fellowship, Summer Launchpad Accelerator, and more.
Happy holidays from the NYU Entrepreneurial Institute team! We hope you receive and spread some joy and love this season.
