Father's Day Gifts

Father's Day is coming up soon in Australia. Down under we celebrate Father's Day on the first Sunday in September, as opposed to the Americans, Canadians and many other countires who celebrate it on the third Sunday in June.

Online shopping has become part of father's day gift buying, so naturally SchoolBuy has lots of options for you to consider that will make dad happy and raise money for a good cause at the same time!

Sporty Dad

For the active dad (or dad that maybe needs to become a little more active!) we have some great online sporting retailers as SchoolBuy partners. 

• Rebel Sport - one of the best known sporting retailers in Australia with a huge range of sports shoes, sports equipment, sports clothing and supporter gear. If you're not sure what to get your dad then you can get a Rebel Sport gift card which can then be spent in a retail store. But the school of your choice still gets 5% of your online purchase!
• Amart AllSports - the premier sporting retailer in some states, Amart has a huge of sporting equipment, clothing and apparel for fans. Nominate your school and then check out the Amart All Sports web site for current Father's Day specials. 5% of all purchases go to your selected school.
• Paul's Warehouse - home of the classic Paul's "buy one get one free" shoe deals. Check out their huge range of sports sneakers and shoes as well as support apparel. Definitely a great online store for bargain hunters! 4.5% of your purchase goes to your nominated school.

Gadget Dad 

For the dad who like electronic gadgets and toys there is always something new and shiny in the market! We have some great partner stores for the geeky dad as well as the dad who needs some practical electronics (like a GPS).

• Apple Store - enough said. You'll know already if your dad wants something from the Apple Store - a love of all things Apple is rarely kept as a secret. And more often than not shows up regularly on credit card statements. You can buy iPods, iPads, iPhones, iMacs and all types of Apple accessories. 2% of all purchases at the Apple Store go to your nominated school and you'll have one very happy chappy on Father's Day.
• Dick Smith Electronics - they stock almost every kind of gadget and electronics item imaginable. Some of their more popular categories are TVs, modems, laptops, GPS devices, printes, phones and they also stock a range of camera and photography equipment and supplies. 2% from every online purchase goes to a great cause!
• JB Hi-Fi - super popular shop for all things in home entertainment, music and games. Great deals on small items and games as well as big items like Plasma and LCD TVs and digital cameras. 2% of the purchase is contributed to your nominated school.
• Dell - if you're feeling really generous then dad could be in line for a new laptop or PC for Father's Day. If the budget doesn't quite allow that, then Dell stocks a range of accessories like laptop bags and accessories. Currently purchases through the Dell online store generate 4.5% for your favourite school.

Adventurous Dad

What do you get the dad who has it all? An awesome, out-of-the-ordinary experience is the best gift of all. We have a couple of partners that specialise in this type of gift.

• Freeman X - has a super range of gift experiences from sailing cruises, V8 racing, sky diving and cooking classes. 4.5% of all purchases are donated and your dad gets an experience that he won't forget!
• Gifts That Thrill - the name says it all! A wide range of thrilling gifts on land, on water, in the water and in the sky. And if you're not sure what dad will like best, there are the "Thrill Vouchers" which let him choose his own adventure. 3% of purchases go to your school.

Other Gift Ideas

Still haven't seen something that's right for your dad? Here are an assortment of stores that have more great options for Father's Day gifts.

• QuickFlix - get your dad DVD rental as a present. Start it off with a free trial to see if he likes it! Don't pay a cent and get 30 days of free DVDs.
• The Book Depository - tens of thousands of books to choose from with free shipping and great prices!
• DadShop - once again the name says it all - the online gift shop for men, dads and grandfathers.
• BBQ Canvas - the best designed and most stylish BBQ covers ever made!
• iSubscribe - over 1,000 magazine subscriptions which are the gift that keeps giving all year round. 

Happy shopping, happy fundraising for your favourite school and most importantly have a very happy Father's Day!