Holiday Gift Exchange Budget Splitter
Planning a Secret Santa, White Elephant, or family gift exchange? Enter your group size and target per-person spend to see the total budget and how shared costs like wrapping paper or a group gift break down per person.
About this calculator
Split a group gift exchange or Secret Santa budget fairly among participants, factoring in per-person spend limits and optional extras like wrapping or a group gift.
Frequently Asked Questions
What counts as 'shared extras'?
Anything the group splits collectively, like wrapping paper, ribbon, a party meal, decorations, or a bonus group gift for a host.
Why include a buffer?
A small buffer (5-15%) helps cover last-minute additions, price differences, or an extra gift for a surprise guest without anyone being caught short.
Can I use this for White Elephant parties too?
Yes — just set the per-person limit to the standard White Elephant gift price and add any shared party costs as extras.