Back to school season is here, and whether they’re heading to college for the first time, starting a new semester, or just trying to survive syllabus week, a thoughtful care package can seriously turn their whole day around.

Luckily, we make it ridiculously easy to send a “wow, you really get me” kind of gift with zero stress. Here are five of our favorite back to school care package ideas to send through Happy Box:

The College Care Package

Our bestseller for a reason. This one’s got everything they need to feel a little more human during that back-to-school chaos—think cozy, energizing, and snack-filled in all the right ways.

🧡 What’s inside:
- Matcha Popcorn 
- Caffeine Fund Change Purse
- S'mores Popcorn 
- 2 Lemon Lime Electrolytes
- Traveler Coffee Pack 
- Rock Star Mug  

Perfect for: First-year students, dorm-dwellers, and anyone who could use a hug in a box.
Shop it here → https://happyboxstore.com/products/college-care-package-1

Build Your Own Box

Because no two students are the same (and neither are their snack preferences!). With our Box Builder, you can create a fully custom back to school care package in just a few clicks.

🧡 You pick:
– Their favorite snacks
– Self-care must-haves
– Study supplies
– The perfect card (yes, we'll even handwrite your message)

Perfect for: Roommates, besties, siblings, or anyone who deserves a “you got this” moment.
Build one now → https://happyboxstore.com/pages/giftboxbuilder

The “First Apartment” Box

Back to school doesn’t always mean dorm life—if they’re off-campus or moving into their first apartment, this gift feels grown-up and thoughtful.

🧡 Think:
– Candle
– Tea
– Dish towel
– Bath bomb
– Something sweet
– Something practical

Perfect for: Grad students, young professionals, or college upperclassmen pretending to know how to use a dishwasher.

The Sunshine Box

Send a little light their way—no weather app required. The Sunshine Box is packed with feel-good goodies designed to instantly brighten someone’s day.

🧡 Comes with:
- Cozy Vanilla Candle (5 oz)
- 2 Lemon Shortbread Cookies
- Cup of Sunshine Tea for Two

Perfect for: Long-distance BFFs, new roommates, your favorite niece/nephew.
Surprise them → https://happyboxstore.com/products/sunshine-box-1

One Last Thing...

Every Happy Box is hand-packed with care in our NJ warehouse, and comes with your personal message so it feels just like you gave it to them yourself (without the whole “shipping snacks in a padded envelope” situation).

Whether you’re sending a little encouragement, love, or a reason to smile—our care packages make back to school feel a whole lot happier.

📦 Start gifting → https://happyboxstore.com/