Celebrate Teacher Appreciation Month with Thoughtful Crypto-Powered Gift Cards

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datetime="2024-04-18">18 April 2024</time> <span class="date-divider">/</span> <a href="/blog/tag/spend-your-crypto/">Spend Your Crypto</a> </section> <h1 class="post-full-title">Celebrate Teacher Appreciation Month with Thoughtful Crypto-Powered Gift Cards</h1> </header> <figure class="post-full-image"> <img srcset="/blog/content/images/size/w300/2024/04/teacher-appreciation-bitpay.png 300w, /blog/content/images/size/w600/2024/04/teacher-appreciation-bitpay.png 600w, /blog/content/images/size/w1000/2024/04/teacher-appreciation-bitpay.png 1000w, /blog/content/images/size/w2000/2024/04/teacher-appreciation-bitpay.png 2000w" sizes="(max-width: 800px) 400px, (max-width: 1170px) 700px, 1400px" src="/blog/content/images/size/w2000/2024/04/teacher-appreciation-bitpay.png" alt="Celebrate Teacher Appreciation Month with Thoughtful Crypto-Powered Gift Cards" /> </figure> <section class="post-full-content"> <div class="post-content"> <p>May marks Teacher Appreciation Month, a special time to acknowledge the dedication and impact of educators everywhere.</p><p>This year, go beyond the traditional gifts and express your gratitude uniquely—by using cryptocurrency! Whether you're looking to indulge a wine lover, inspire a craft enthusiast, or pamper someone with a soothing self-care treat, our guide offers a variety of gift card options perfect for any teacher. From Total Wine & More to Michaels, and Bath & Body Works, discover how easy and thoughtful it can be to show your appreciation with <a href="https://bitpay.com/gift-cards/" rel="noreferrer">crypto-funded gift cards</a>.</p><p></p><p></p><h1 id="curated-crypto-funded-gift-cards-for-teacher-appreciation-month">Curated crypto-funded gift cards for Teacher Appreciation Month</h1><p>From inspiring art projects to relaxing spa essentials, these gift cards are the ideal choices for celebrating Teacher Appreciation Month in style.</p><h2 id="total-wine-more">Total Wine & More</h2><figure class="kg-card kg-image-card"><img src="https://bitpay.com/blog/content/images/2024/04/Total-Wine.png" class="kg-image" alt="" loading="lazy" width="950" height="600" srcset="https://bitpay.com/blog/content/images/size/w600/2024/04/Total-Wine.png 600w, https://bitpay.com/blog/content/images/2024/04/Total-Wine.png 950w" sizes="(min-width: 720px) 720px"></figure><p>Elevate any celebration with a diverse selection of fine wines, spirits, and beers from Total Wine & More, the perfect thank-you for the teacher who enjoys a good toast.</p><p></p><h2 id="michaels">Michaels</h2><figure class="kg-card kg-image-card"><img src="https://bitpay.com/blog/content/images/2024/04/Michaels.png" class="kg-image" alt="" loading="lazy" width="950" height="600" srcset="https://bitpay.com/blog/content/images/size/w600/2024/04/Michaels.png 600w, https://bitpay.com/blog/content/images/2024/04/Michaels.png 950w" sizes="(min-width: 720px) 720px"></figure><p>Spark creativity with a Michaels gift card, offering everything from crafting supplies to decor, ideal for teachers who love to create and inspire.</p><p></p><h2 id="bath-body-works">Bath & Body Works</h2><figure class="kg-card kg-image-card"><img src="https://bitpay.com/blog/content/images/2024/04/Bath---Body-Works.png" class="kg-image" alt="" loading="lazy" width="950" height="600" srcset="https://bitpay.com/blog/content/images/size/w600/2024/04/Bath---Body-Works.png 600w, https://bitpay.com/blog/content/images/2024/04/Bath---Body-Works.png 950w" sizes="(min-width: 720px) 720px"></figure><p>Encourage relaxation and pampering with Bath & Body Works, providing a range of soothing scents and luxurious skincare products for a well-deserved break.</p><p></p><p></p><h2 id="benefits-of-buying-gift-cards-with-crypto-via-bitpay">Benefits of buying gift cards with crypto via BitPay</h2><p>If your favorite brand doesn’t accept direct crypto payments, buying gift cards with BitPay is the next best thing. You’ll never be charged excessive markups or fees, and you’ll always get the best rates when buying crypto-powered gift cards with BitPay.</p><h3 id="fast">Fast</h3><p>Transactions settle almost instantly and your gift card will be ready for use right away</p><h3 id="convenient">Convenient</h3><p>Shop and purchase gift cards from a huge selection of retailers and brands directly from the BitPay Wallet or Extension</p><h3 id="secure">Secure</h3><p>Purchased gift cards live in BitPay’s self-custody wallet app, ensuring they’ll be safe and sound</p><h3 id="variety">Variety</h3><p>Using BitPay you can buy 250+ gift cards, including Best Buy, Buffalo Wild Wings, DoorDash, and TopGolf. Fund your gift cards using more than 100 different cryptocurrencies</p><p></p><h2 id="how-to-buy-crypto-powered-gift-cards-with-bitpay">How to buy crypto-powered gift cards with BitPay</h2><p>BitPay makes it easy to purchase gift cards with crypto, and offers two different methods to get started. It only takes minutes to turn Bitcoin or almost any other crypto into gift cards you can spend at your favorite retail stores, brands or restaurants.</p><h3 id="in-the-bitpay-wallet"><strong>In the BitPay Wallet</strong></h3><ol><li><a href="https://bitpay.onelink.me/Cenw/urdaoudf"><u>Download the BitPay app.</u></a></li><li>Tap the Shop with Crypto tab in the app.</li><li>Select your preferred gift card.</li><li>Enter the amount you’d like to load onto the card. Gift card minimums/maximums will vary from card to card.</li><li>Select the wallet and cryptocurrency you want to use to buy the gift card.</li><li>Confirm your transaction.</li><li>You’ll receive your gift card once the transaction is confirmed. It can be added to Apple Pay/Google Pay, shared via email, or printed from the BitPay app. Manage and keep track of gift cards from the BitPay app or Chrome extension.</li></ol><p><strong>Note:</strong> The BitPay Wallet app is a <a href="https://bitpay.com/blog/self-custody-wallets/"><u>self-custody wallet</u></a> - this means you can <a href="https://bitpay.com/blog/how-to-import-a-private-key/"><u>import funds held in any other self-custody wallet</u></a> into the BitPay app to pay for your gift cards.</p><p></p><hr>  <center><h3>The best self-custody wallet for buying, storing, swapping and spending crypto</h3></center>  <p></p>  <a href="https://bitpay.onelink.me/Cenw/wallet" class="cta-button">Get the BitPay Wallet App</a>  <hr><p></p><h3 id="in-the-bitpay-chrome-extension"><strong>In the BitPay Chrome Extension</strong></h3><ol><li><a href="https://chromewebstore.google.com/detail/pay-with-bitpay/jkjgekcefbkpogohigkgooodolhdgcda"><u>Install the Chrome extension.</u></a></li><li>Enter your email address in the settings so we know where to send your gift cards.</li><li>Click the Shop with the Crypto tab.</li><li>Choose your preferred gift card.</li><li>Click Buy Credits then enter the amount you’d like to load onto the card. Gift card minimums/maximums will vary from card to card.</li><li>A BitPay invoice will pop up. Use your preferred wallet and cryptocurrency to complete the transaction.</li><li>You’ll receive your gift card once the transaction is confirmed. It can be added to Apple Pay/Google Pay, shared via email, or printed. Manage and keep track of gift cards from the BitPay app or Chrome extension.</li></ol><p><strong>Note:</strong> You can use practically <a href="https://bitpay.com/blog/pay-with-any-crypto-wallet/"><u><em>any wallet</em> to pay for your gift cards</u></a>.</p><p><br></p><p><em>Subject to availability. See gift cards for details, terms, conditions and (if applicable) fees. All trademarks are property of their respective owners. Product may not be available in all states. 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