Thoughtful Father’s Day Gifts: Home Runs for Dads

Father’s Day is an opportunity to make your dad, grandfather, uncle, or someone who has been like a father to you, feel extra special. With practical gifts dads will enjoy together, hit a grand slam with the following suggestions. The key is to know what dad values and would appreciate. Here’s some creative ideas to put a smile on his face.

The Grilling Dad – If dad is the world’s best griller or at-home chef, let him plan the menu; you deliver his shopping list and ask him to give you a lesson sharing his favorite cooking techniques. You’ve learned a lot of lessons from dad over time and this one will be unforgettable. Celebrate dad’s good taste, culinary skills, and enjoy the meal as a family singing dad’s praises.

Plan A Guys Night Out – Gift dad a road trip or evening out with all the guys in your family. Make it a guy’s night out, attending a game, having dinner at dad’s favorite restaurant or watching the playoffs. Make it a yearly tradition and every Father’s Day; gift dad an evening that’s unforgettable with the boys.

Enjoy a Daddy Daughter Date – Next, gift dad a daddy (or Zayde) date and plan a get together with dad and daughters or granddaughters. Take dad on a wardrobe update shopping trip or perhaps just an ice cream outing. Make dad feel special with your TLC and let him know he’s the best dad ever. Tell Pops your heart belongs to daddy and make him feel like king for the day.

The Traveling Dad – If dad is a guy on-the-go and loves to travel, wish dad miles of smiles. Check out the latest travel gifts that will save him time, money and energy. From small portable battery chargers for his phone to luggage that makes packing a breeze or a travel wallet or theft-proof passport holder that is protected, gift dad something that will keep him organized and safe while traveling.

Handy Man – If your dad is not a handy man, secure a pro who is on call and does small jobs around the house and gift dad a “honey do” gift. When there’s a household chore, lightbulbs need replacing or a repair is needed, Dad will be able to lift one finger and call his very own handy man. A gift certificate to this trustworthy contact will make dad look good and give him a break.

Picture Perfect – You can never go wrong with a collection of photographs or a framed photo of you and dad. Photo books are easy to create or have made for you with a few clicks from your personal photograph collection on your phone. You can also use your tech skills and create a photo with all the grandchildren and place it on dad’s phone or computer as the screen saver.

Gift A Gift Card – Tried and true, gift cards are still an appreciated gift for dads. Choose a gift card for a place or online site that he frequents often and would enjoy. From Home Depot to Amazon.com to his favorite bookstore, hobby resource or place to play golf, there’s an endless selection of gift card options and many companies can send them instantly online in case you waited to the last minute.

Computer SOS – If you are technology savvy, brighten dad’s day with a coupon book entitling him to call you to fix anything, any time and help him with his computer, phone, or anything technological. Offering to help dad sort out a tech issue is the gift of your wisdom and share it freely with dad for a gift that keeps on giving.

Personal Organizer – If your dad is not the most organized person you know, and you have a talent in keeping things orderly, offer your organizing skills. Whether it’s dad’s closet that’s a mess or a desk that’s chaotic, help dad create a filing system or clean out those clothes that need could be donated to a good cause.

Family Car Wash – This is a fun gift even the younger kids can be involved in creating. Set up a Father’s Day car wash for all the dads, grandfathers, and uncles in the entire family. All it takes is a little soap, water, cloth, and know-how. The kids will love having fun and the cars will sparkle as a result. The kids can name the car wash, make a sign, and celebrate Father’s Day with a big splash.

Costco Shopping Spree – If dad is a devoted Costco shopper, take the kids and go up and down all the isles and let dad point out his favorite things. Fill up the cart and treat dad to a Costco shopping spree. This is a great gift for siblings to do with dad and stock up his freezer, fridge, and closets with all the things he needs from one of his favorite places to shop.

Life Lessons – Whether dad loves gardening, fishing, woodworking, or pickleball, show interest in his hobbies and let him share what he loves with you. Being interested in dad’s interests is a gift that is irreplaceable. Gift dad lessons with an expert to help him sharpen his game or his knowledge and attend the lesson with him. Not only will you learn something new, but it will also give dad and you something special to share.

Car Service On Call – If dad has limited driving or is unable to drive anymore, find a reliable car service who is qualified and certified to drive him wherever he needs to go. Gift him the number to call and also arrange for family members to join in as Dad’s Car Service on call any time.

Ring, Ring –And finally, consider calling dad at the same time every day. It sounds simple and yet, a call a day will be the best gift you can give dad and yourself. If you’re reading this article and you’re blessed to have your dad and grandfathers available to hug, don’t delay. Love is the best gift of all and here’s wishing all dads a very Happy Father’s Day!