With Father’s Day quickly approaching, Americans are looking to find the right gift for Dad. But if you’re tempted to get him another tie to add to his growing collection, reconsider. According to TopCashback.com, the USA’s most generous cashback site, one in four (25 percent) of American dads really want tools on their special day.
And while every dad is special, this year’s Father’s Day celebration is looking to be the most unique yet, with 18 percent of Americans virtually meeting via Zoom or FaceTime to celebrate.
The survey polled a cross-section of 3,048 adults, aged 18 and over.
Dad’s Special Day
Do you plan on celebrating or doing something special for Father’s Day this year?
- Yes (70 percent)
- No (30 percent)
Over one-third (39 percent) say practicing social-distancing is the main reason they won’t be celebrating this year.
Do you believe gifts are necessary on Father’s Day?
- Yes (66 percent)
- No (34 percent)
What Dads Really Wants vs. What They’re Getting
What dads are getting this Father’s Day (top five responses)
- Gift card (38 percent)
- Clothes/tie (34 percent)
- Tools (28 percent)
- Greeting card/Acknowledgment he’s doing a good job (28 percent)
- Something homemade (23 percent)
With 38 percent of respondents planning to spend $50 or less, another 37 percent plan to spend between $51 and $100 on the father figure(s) in their lives.
What dads really want this Father’s Day (top five responses)
- Tools (25 percent)
- Gift card (24 percent)
- Technology [TV, phone, etc.] (24 percent)
- Nothing (18 percent)
- Clothes/tie (17 percent)
Top Five Least Favorite Gifts, Voted by Dad:
- Homemade gift basket (Four percent)
- Groceries (Five percent)
- Candy/Treats (Seven percent)
- Jewelry (Seven percent)
- Appliances (Nine percent)
Americans Go-To Shopping Habits This Year
TopCashback.com also found that while 86 percent of Americans plan to give dad a gift this year, 83 percent will be purchasing dad’s gift online instead of in-person (17 percent).
Where will you buy the majority of your Father’s Day gifts? (top five responses)
- Walmart (43 percent)
- Target (36 percent)
- Other (36 percent, with over one-third citing Amazon as their shopping destination)
- Department stores (34 percent)
- Grocery stores (15 percent)
Whether you are celebrating dad’s day at home with your family or practicing social-distancing, here are five ways to celebrate Father’s Day this year from Rebecca Gramuglia, Consumer Expert at TopCashback.com.
- Build something together. Since 25 percent of dads really want tools this year, make it a family activity! If you purchase your dad tools, set up time on Father’s Day to build something together as a family. Whether it’s a birdhouse, shelves or a fun project, building with dad can be a special memory that you cherish. Plus, you will have something tangible to look back on and reminisce. If you can’t spend time in-person, consider scheduling a video call with family and have dad lead everyone in building the item together.
- Support a local business. Does dad have a favorite restaurant he loves to go to? Consider purchasing takeout for lunch or dinner to not only enjoy a yummy meal together but also to support a place that needs your business during this time.
- Look for ways to save on gifts. You still have plenty of time to get dad tools, gift cards or the latest gadget and if you’re shopping online, don’t forget to stack the savings. First, compare prices on gifts from different stores to make sure you are getting the best price. Then, shop through a cashback site like TopCashback.com to score a percentage of your purchase back in cashback on all qualifying purchases from Lowe’s, Amazon, Raise and more.
- Play games together. This Father’s Day, break out of the traditional gift and meal routine and spice up the day with special games and activities. Whether you play a family game of basketball or have a chess tournament, your dad will enjoy the added bonding time. Remember to keep dad’s interest in mind when picking games and activities.
- Spend time together. A priceless gift that you can cherish. Whether it’s the whole day or even a social-distanced gathering, spending time together with loved ones is a gift. Even if you can’t spend the day in-person, a phone call or video call is still special.
***Report Courtesy of Rebecca Gramuglia, Public Relations Specialist, of https://www.topcashback.com/***
