Mother’s Day is creeping up fast — May 8 in the U.S. and May 10 in Mexico, Guatemala and El Salvador. It’s a holiday that allows us to usher in spring by showing our mothers (and mother-figures) how grateful we are for everything they do.
When it comes to Mother’s Day gifts, flowers are always a hit. But this year, think outside the box and give Mom a gift that’s a little more unique and a lot more memorable. From monthly deliveries to the precious gift of time, here are a few ways to show the mothers or mother-figures in your life how much you care, with something for every style, need and budget.
Send a monthly subscription service.
When it comes to monthly subscription services, there’s a little something for every interest, from wine clubs to book-of-the-month clubs to spice subscriptions — even a monthly delivery of socks. Treat Mom to a monthly subscription service that she’ll look forward to and you’ll shower her with a gift that keeps on giving long after Mother’s Day has passed.
Hire out her daily tasks.
Whether you’re having dinner delivered, hiring a cleaning company or sending piles of laundry to a service, taking a household item off her to-do list is an unexpected way to show you care. You’ll buy her extra time and save her from everyday monotony while also showing her that you notice all the things — big and small — that she does.
Win her $1,000.
This Mother’s Day, Pangea is hosting its Send Mom More Sweepstakes. Simply sign-up or make any transfer by May 10 and you’ll automatically be entered to win the grand prize of a $1,000 transfer. That’s approximately 20,000 MXN or 51,000 PHP! Nothing says ‘Happy Mother’s Day’ quite like a big stack of cash.
Pay a bill (or two).
Take a task off of Mom’s plate — and give her a little extra spending money — by paying one of her bills this month. With Pangea, it’s easy to pay international bills. Simply select the bill provider and enter Mom’s account number and you can pay the bill in seconds. It’s a gift that’s simple for you while still being extra-meaningful for Mom.
Donate to her favorite charity.
Sometimes, Mom wants to know that the world her kids and grandchildren will occupy down the road is going to be a safe and loving place. You can help assure her by donating to a non-profit in her name. Select a cause or organization that means a lot to her or touches on her passions and interests and you can do a small part to help those who are actively working to create that safe, loving world.
Give the gift of time.
When it comes down to it, all Mom wants is to spend time with her loved ones. If you’re in the same area, schedule a lunch or dinner together. Drop by and take over a task or two, like weeding the garden or tackling an organizing project she’s been putting off. Make plans for a kid-parent spa appointment or volunteer outing together. If she lives far away, schedule a dedicated Zoom or FaceTime where you can catch up without distractions. Whether it’s time to talk or time to kick back, taking a few hours away from your schedule is always a gift. And just remember — the gift of time doesn’t need to be reserved for Mother’s Day, either.