Get Your Gift On: Unwrap Our 2024 Holiday Gift Guide

Experience the joy of giving the perfect gift! Browse our curated list of practical, financial gifts for every budget. From useful stocking stuffers to generous savings boosters, you’ll find a thoughtful present for everyone on your list. Let’s spread holiday cheer and financial empowerment this season.

Unwrap Our 2024 Holiday Gift Guide

Experience the joy of giving the perfect gift! Browse our curated list of practical, financial gifts for every budget. From useful stocking stuffers to generous savings boosters, you’ll find a thoughtful present for everyone on your list. Let’s spread holiday cheer and financial empowerment this season.

What is Your Gift Budget?

We've got a variety of financial gift ideas to fit any budget. Explore these money-savvy present options based on the amount of money you want to spend.

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Visa® Gift Cards1

This is a perfect gift for teachers, coaches, friends and more! With a Visa gift card, they can choose their own present. 

Gift cards are available in any amount between $10-$1,000. Each gift card costs only $3 to purchase. Purchase gift cards at any Landmark branch.

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Certificates

Give a gift to your future self! Start growing your savings. Open a certificate with as little as $500. Choose your term. Pick from 3 months to 5 years. You might even want to consider using a certificate strategy such as a ladder, barbell or target strategy.

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Auto Loans

Want to surprise someone special? Or time to get your teen their first set of wheels? We have flexible terms with quick, local servicing. And you can always count on our competitive credit union rates.

Plus, we partner with hundreds of local dealerships. That way it’s easy for you to drive off the lot with a new vehicle and a Landmark loan.

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Gifts From the Heart

Even if you’re on a tight budget, there are still plenty of ways to make the season merry and bright.

  • Crafts

    Get creative. Assemble a sentimental scrapbook, make a homemade candle, personalize an ornament or some handcrafted jewelry.

  • Home Spa Day

    Treat your sister, cousin or best friend to a home spa day. Pamper them with a facial mask, a manicure or pedicure and some herbal tea.

  • Quality Time

    Show your niece or nephew how special they are to you by planning an afternoon of sledding or a game night. Or if you have any parents of young children in your life, offer to watch the kids while they enjoy a date night.

  • Snacks & Treats

    Whip up a batch of homemade cookies for your coworkers or bake your uncle his favorite lemon bars. Everything tastes better when it’s made with love.

Mix & Match!

You can also combine a homemade treat with a small Visa gift card. Or put some cash from a TYME® Advanced ATM into a handmade card.

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Special Credit Card Opening Promotion

Make your holiday shopping more rewarding with our credit card opening offer. Get $200 cash back or 20,000 rewards points when you spend $1,000 in the first 90 days.2 Choose between a Cash Back Card or a Rewards Card, and start earning more.

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Send Money with Zelle®

Use Zelle for a fast, easy, and secure way to send money to family and friends in our app. It’s a great option for sending holiday cash to loved ones out of town or for splitting the cost of a large gift with friends and family. You can access Zelle through our Digital Banking app if you're already a Landmark member.3,4

Not a member yet? You can use Zelle with a Landmark checking account or other eligible accounts when you become a member!

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Get Cash From a TYME® Advanced ATM

Need a last-minute gift? Or do you prefer slipping a little money into a holiday card? Stop by the “TYME Machine,” and take cash out in the bills of your choice ($1, $5, $20 or $100).

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Budget-Friendly Shopping Tips

It’s easy to get carried away with holiday shopping. You want to show your loved ones how much they mean to you. But you probably don’t want to be stuck with a high credit card balance in January. Don’t fear! Your trusty credit union is here. We’ll help you create holiday magic without creating extra debt.

Try these tips to save money:

  • Budget: Before you begin shopping, set a realistic budget. Determine how much you can afford to spend total. Need help keeping track of your budget? Landmark members can use the budgeting tools in Digital Banking.
  • Compare: Shop around and compare prices from different stores. Try using online price comparison tools like Google Shopping, PriceGrabber or Honey.
  • Plan: Spread out your purchases. Start buying presents before the holiday season is in full swing and take advantage of sales.
  • Exchange: Consider organizing a gift exchange in which each person draws the name of one person to give a gift to. That way you and your coworkers, relatives or friends can buy one present instead of several.
  • Make: Use your time or talent to give a homemade gift. A thoughtful present doesn’t have to be expensive. Start brainstorming ideas with our list of Gifts From the Heart. 

But wait, there’s more budgeting resources! Read our article, 5 Ways to Keep a Budgeting Strategy Current. You’ll learn more about building a budget and how “loud budgeting” can help you meet your goals. And you can also try our free, interactive Creating a Budget course that covers the fundamentals of budgeting.

Skip a Trip to the Branch With Digital Banking

Is it a winter wonderland outside? No matter what Wisconsin weather throws our way, we're committed to "Banking Made Easy™." Stay cozy by the fireplace and manage your money anytime, anywhere with Digital Banking. You can transfer funds, use budgeting tools, mobile deposit checks through our app and more.

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Stay Safe Online This Holiday Season

Unfortunately, when the holidays arrive, so do the scammers. Learn how to safeguard your financial information online and how to notice red flags for fraud. Visit our Fraud & Security Hub to learn more.

Landmark members are also able to take advantage of the Card Management tool within Digital Banking. You can track your transactions and set up alerts to keep an eye out for fraudulent activity. Plus, you have the flexibility easily lock and unlock your card in case you misplace it.

Learn About Card Management

Holiday Shopping FAQs

  • It can be fun to surprise someone with a gift. However, research has shown that the secret to giving a great gift is simply asking the recipient what they want. You can also give someone a gift card so they can choose their own gift.
  • Keep your information safe online during the holiday season and beyond using these tips.
    • Make sure you’re using secure websites with “https” in the URL
    • Check for the padlock icon in the browser when you’re on a website
    • Use unique and strong passwords (or used a password manager)
    • Watch out for fake emails and texts that try to get your sensitive information
    Want to learn more about protection your information online? Visit our Fraud & Security Hub.
    • $0-$25 = DIY and personalized gifts (ornaments, candles) made at home
    • $25-$50 = Gift cards, board games, home-cooked meal kits, subscription boxes (snacks, books)
    • $50-$100 = Tech accessories, like a portable power bank for on-the-go phone charging or a gaming headset or custom artwork
    • $100+= Smart home devices, experience gifts (concert tickets, sports tickets, cooking classes,) high-quality kitchen appliances, streaming services, museum or zoo memberships, musical instruments (like a guitar or piano), travel excursions
    Tip: Consider using credit card rewards or cash back to help fund these gifts
  • Finding the best gift for the kids in your life will depend on their age and interests. Here are some popular gift ideas:
    • Arts and craft supplies, such as friendship bracelet kits
    • Board games and card games
    • Books
    • Building toys
    • Dolls
    • Musical instruments
    • Puzzles
    • Science kits and other STEM toys
    • Sports equipment
    • Stuffed animals
    • Subscription boxes for books, toys, crafts etc
    • Admirals tickets – consider bringing the whole family
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Gift cards are issued by Services Credit Union under a license from Visa® USA, Inc. A $3.00 gift card purchase fee will be charged at the time of purchase. A $5.00 monthly inactivity fee will be charged after 12 consecutive months of inactivity. A $10 fee will be assessed for reissuing a lost or stolen gift card. Gift cards can be used at most merchants within the United States where Visa® is accepted. Gift card funds cannot be accessed by ATM. Cards will expire no sooner than 7 years from the date of purchase. Refer to the Cardholder Agreement for full terms and conditions.  
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Offer not available to current Landmark Cash Back or Rewards consumer cardholders or previous holders of Landmark Cash Back or Rewards accounts that were closed within six (6) months of the new application date. Existing primary or joint holders of Landmark credit card accounts may only have one (1) such account at any time. Applications submitted by holders of such accounts will be declined. Offer available to existing Starter Card, Secured Card, or Student Card holders who qualify for Cash Back or Rewards Card. Disqualified from earning cash bonus or rewards points bonus if account is 30 days past due. Fraudulent charges and fees of any kind do not count towards the total of $1,000. For purchases only (not including credit for returns or fees and fraudulent charges). If qualified, bonus will appear on the monthly statement 30 days following the end of the promotion period and will be displayed as an addition to rewards points earned-to-date.
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U.S. checking or savings account required to use Zelle®. Transactions between enrolled consumers typically occur in minutes. 
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Zelle® and the Zelle® related marks are wholly owned by Early Warning Services, LLC and are used herein under license.