Market of Choice Graduation Gift Guide: Celebrate with Oregon Flavor

Graduation season is knocking, and it’s time to give the Class of 2025 a proper send-off — Oregon-style. Whether your grad is college-bound, career-ready, or just figuring it out as they go (no judgment), Market of Choice has the goods to mark the moment. We’ve rounded up some fun, flavorful, and totally giftable finds that say “Congrats!” with a wink and a whole lot of local love. From the sentimental to the practical, here are a few graduation gift ideas that are sure to make your grad feel celebrated.

Build-Your-Own Oregon Gift Box

Let your creativity shine by assembling a personalized graduation gifts box filled with local treasures. Market of Choice makes it easy to find gift-worthy items made right here in Oregon. Check out our Home & Gift department.

Ideas to Include:

• Sweet Pea Cole Cards & Stickers: Add a touch of whimsy to their graduation gift with these quirky designs from Bend, Oregon.
• Broken Top Candles: Hand-poured in Bend, these candles offer delightful scents without emitting harmful parabens and phthalates.
• Cognitive Surplus Journals: Science-inspired designs from Central Oregon, perfect for jotting down new adventures.

Sweet Treats for the Sweet Success

Celebrate their achievements with delectable confections from the Market Bakery:

• Market Bakery Cakes & Cupcakes: Artfully decorated by our professionals, and perfect for your graduation party. Did you know we make our cakes and cupcakes from scratch, using real butter and locally sourced flour? Learn more about our cakes and cupcakes.
• Decorated Sugar Cookies: Fluffy, festive and party ready.
• Market of Choice Chocolate-Covered Caramel Pretzels: A delightful mix of sweet and salty, these beautifully packaged pretzel snacks make the perfect stuffer for a grad gift box.
• Gummy Bears & Trail Mix: Classic favorites that never go out of style. Shop the aisles for unique brands, flavors, and gluten-free or vegan options.

Make Them Feel Special

Greet them with a vibe setter from our Floral department.

• Dozen roses with baby’s breath: Photo-ready roses = the perfect graduation gift for her.
• Graduation balloons: DIY a personality-matching balloon bouquet.
• Oregon mugs: For sipping cocoa, coffee or tea with a side of Oregon pride.

Perk Up Their Mornings

Help them start their days right:

• Odolla Coffee Roasters: Small-batch roasted beans from Salem, ensuring a fresh cup every time.
• Mizuba Tea Co.: Fill their cup with 100% authentic, shade-grown, stone-ground matcha.
• Camas Country Mill Granola: A hearty breakfast option made from locally sourced grains.

Home Essentials with Heart

Equip their new space with functional and stylish items:

• Totally Bamboo: Sustainable and stylish cutting boards, utensils and serveware that are perfect for the eco-conscious grad. Their naturally bright colors and patterns make adult-ing fun.
• Sage Planta Plant Care Products: For the plant parent, these organic products help keep greenery thriving.

Creative Kits for Creative Minds

Inspire their artistic side:

• Elle Cree Paint-by-Number Kits: Beautiful designs that double as decor once completed.
• Eeboo Watercolor paint and paper: Help them relax and create their own beautiful watercolor paintings as keepsakes or greeting cards with high quality materials.

When in Doubt, Gift Cards

Let them choose their favorites with a Market of Choice gift card. It’s a versatile graduation gift that ensures they’ll get exactly what they need, from groceries and laundry soap to body and haircare products. Pick up an MoC gift card in-store.

Celebrate Their Journey

Graduation marks a significant milestone. With Market of Choice’s array of local products, you can craft a gift that’s as unique and special as your graduate. Here’s to new beginnings and Oregon-grown memories!