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Gift Budget Split Calculator
Split a gift budget across a list of people, giving close ones a bigger share.
Total gift budget
Number of people
Close people (double share)
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How it works
Shares = standard people + 2 × close people; standard gift = budget ÷ shares
Giving everyone the same amount is simplest, but you usually want to spend more on close family. Weighting close people as a double share splits the budget fairly without overspending.
Worked example
A $500 budget for 8 people with 2 close gives ~$50 each and ~$100 for the close two.
Frequently asked questions
Can I use more than double for VIPs?
This uses a simple double weight. For finer control, budget the VIP gifts first and split the rest evenly.
Does it include shipping?
No — set a little of the budget aside for wrapping and shipping before splitting.
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This calculator is for educational purposes. Double-check important results before acting on them.