Father’s Day Gift Guide 2012
Shop for your Dad AND support your favorite Animal Charity!
He will always be the most important man in your life. Your dad is the one who teaches you about bugs, cars, and subjects your mother would much rather avoid. Sure, it’s embarrassing when he wears that awful robe to get the morning paper from the porch, or when he makes one of those stupid jokes in front of your friends…but face it, you love the guy for everything he’s done for you. Here are some gift ideas to show how much you appreciate him.
Golfer Dad
There’s a saying that “golfing is a good walk spoiled.” But your dad sure doesn’t feel that way! He loves driving the little cart, and he loves to hit the tiny white ball into the wild blue yonder. Check out some terrific gifts to make sure his golfing isn’t spoiled by a good walk!
TaylorMade SuperFast 2.0 Driver – $170
Buy at: Golfsmith
Donation earned: 3-4%
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Putting Arc MS III with DVD – $70
Buy at: Fairway Golf USA
Donation earned: 4.5%
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Couch Potato Dad
Okay, your beloved dad is neither a fisherman or a golfer, bless his heart. You love him just the way he is, snoring in his recliner or hogging the remote control. In this selection you’ll find the perfect gift to perk up even the most devoted couch potato – go Dad!
Clint Eastwood Collection - $11
Buy at: Amazon
Donation earned: 3-7.5%
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Sports Fan Dad
You always know where to find your dad when the game is on. From NASCAR to NFL, you couldn’t pry him away from the television with a crowbar. And forget about nabbing the remote control. Choose from one of these cool gifts to fuel his obsession with all things sports!
Sports Illustrated Subscription (56issues) – $39
Buy at: Magazines.com
Donation earned: 17.5%
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Baseball Stitches Cuff Links - $170
Buy at: Red Envelope
Donation earned: 4%
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Dad the Connoisseur
He’s got good taste – no, scratch that. Your father has GREAT taste. What do you get a man who knows and expects the best? Why, the best, of course. Indulge your dad with these favorites. It’s okay to keep one for yourself – after all, from a fig tree you get figs, right?
Vinturi Deluxe Aerator Gift Set - $70
Buy at: Wine Enthusiast
Donation earned: 3%
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Whiskey Stones & Gift Set – $50
Buy at: Uncommon Goods
Donation earned: 5%
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Engraved Silver Cigar Case and Cutter - $39
Buy at: Personalization mall
Donation earned: 7.5%
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Car Nut Dad
For years you’ve listened to the merits of a Dodge over a Ford, or how you need to change the oil in your car every 3,000 miles. You may have helped him change the brakes or switch out an engine and learned the best cuss words from the experience. Here are some ideas for the dad who knows his way around a car, passing down the knowledge and probably saving you a ton of money.
Sirius Stratus 6 Kits - $100
Buy at: Sirius XM
Donation earned: 5-10%
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Meguiar’s Classic Wash & Wax Kit – $29
Buy at: Amazon
Donation earned: 3-7.5%
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Autel MaxiScan Diagnostic Scan Tool - $20
Buy at: Amazon
Donation earned: 3-7.5%
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Business Dad
Many dads are neck-deep in their job, either spending many hours on the road or at the office. Why not choose a gift to alleviate some of that stress or even better, save him some time so he can spend it at home? You know, so he can make those stupid jokes in front of your friends.
Leather Work Bag - $250
Buy at: Banana Republic
Donation earned: 2.5%
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Therapeutic Foot Massager – $199
Buy at: Relax The Back
Donation earned: 2.5-4%
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Buckyballs Magnetic Desk Toy – $35
Buy at: Red Envelope
Donation earned: 4%
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Fisherman Dad
If you can’t find your dad on an early morning Saturday or sunny afternoon, you know he’s on the water somewhere fishing. Oh, he doesn’t eat fish; he doesn’t clean fish, and he doesn’t bring them home. But he’s so happy when he catches them it doesn’t really matter. Here is some equipment to help him take his sport to the next level.
Cabela’s Pro Guide® Spinning Reel – $35
Buy at: Cabelas
Donation earned: 1.5-3%
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Cabela’s Fisherman Rad Shad 6-Piece Kit – $20
Buy at: Cabelas
Donation earned: 1.5-3%
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Okuma SLV Diecast Aluminum Fly Reel – $48
Buy at: Amazon
Donation earned: 3-7.5%
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Dapper Dad
Say what you want, but your father is stylin’ and profilin’! You might not have the same taste in fashion, but you have to admit when your dad cleans up, he looks GOOD. Here are a few suggestions to keep him on the cutting edge of looking fab.
Napa Valley Shaving Set - $40
Buy at: Red Envelope
Donation earned: 4%
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TAG Heuer Men’s Aquaracer Chronograph Watch – $1475
Buy at: Amazon
Donation earned: 3-7.5%
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Remember, you can shop for anything at over 400 top retail stores and earn a donation for your favorite animal charity.
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