What is a Group eCard?

Whether a birthday or a farewell, occasions are always better together. There’s an undeniable benefit to rallying as a group to recognize the moments that matter. But you might have received an email link to celebrate some special milestone and you’re wondering “what is a group eCard?”

Perhaps your out-of-state cousin or a young relative sent the online greeting card, but these eCards are the wave of the future (although we’re a little biased). They collect multiple signatures and personalized messages from groups all over the world. Even better, the digital card can display photos and interactive GIFs. 

But wait, we’re getting ahead of ourselves. Here’s the scoop on group greeting cards:

What is a Group eCard?

Group eCards are online greeting cards signed by a group of contributors for special events like birthdays, anniversaries, sympathies, retirements, new babies, holidays, and more (you name it!). They take the magic and emotion of a paper greeting card and translate it into a digital platform using the internet. 

But they’re not just for your run-of-the-mill consumer; businesses also use eCards for employee recognition. To build culture and create connections, enterprises rely on group greeting cards to recognize milestones like work anniversaries, retirements, birthdays—or use them as simple shout out boards.

Group eCards are replacing printed cards because of their ability to connect people together from anywhere. All you need is a simple URL to collect contributions from loved ones, coworkers, friends, and even acquaintances from all over the world. They simply click the link, create their personalized message, and submit.

But the true power of group eCards is that they have space for an unlimited number of posts. With paper cards, there’s limited room to sign, leading to dull, similar messages (like “happy birthday,” yawn!). Contributors to a group card have endless room to leave more personal messages and include fun media like GIFs, photos, text, and video.

What is the Difference Between a Group eCard and a Traditional Card?

Group eCards are making a splash because they’re perfect for large groups and many occasions. Everyone connects together on the same digital greeting card platform from anywhere in the world, making for a polished and memorable keepsake for the recipient.

As a result, they’re replacing the physical card for large groups. For most occasions, group greeting cards are simply easier, cheaper, and more functional. Unless you prefer nostalgia, the old paper card simply can’t compete with so much convenience and function. 

But, let’s break it down. Here’s why group eCards matter:

• Ease of access: Group eCards make it easy and convenient for multiple people to sign. All they need is a link, a computer, and an internet connection. To get more people involved (even last minute), simply email or text the card link.
• Environmental benefits: Group eCards are also environmentally friendly because there is no paper involved (unless you choose to print it as a book or poster), and they last forever. They also reduce the carbon footprint from the delivery. 
• Storage: The group greeting card is stored in the cloud, meaning it will exist online forever. It takes up no physical space in the recipient’s home. Plus, the recipient of the eCard can view it as many times as they would like. 
• Personalization: Group eCards have endless customization options, from background to font. Creators can custom design cards using our backgrounds, upload their own card cover, and choose the color scheme. Contributors can also customize their post with unique images, GIFs, and video for a personal touch.
• Simple gifting: Virtual group cards with Kudoboard allows for contributors to add to a gift card fund for the recipient, making the perfect easy and thoughtful gift for any occasion. They can choose their digital gift card location and use it whenever they want. 

How do I Create a Group eCard?

Creating a group eCard is simple (if you’re using Kudoboard). To start, go to our website and select the “create a Kudoboard” button.

From there, provide the following info:

• Choose an occasion from the greeting card categories
• Recipient’s name (you can also sent to multiple recipients)
• Title of Kudoboard (for example: “Happy Birthday, Julia!”)

Next, choose your board type. If multiple people are contributing to the card, you will select “multi post,” although there’s also a 1-1 option. Decide whether you’d like to collect money for a gift card for the recipient.

Then, select which type of board you’d like to use based on how many contributors the group eCard will have. There’s no free eCard option, but creators can choose from a mini-board, premium board, and milestone board. There’s also an online memorial board for celebrations of life. 

Finally, you can start customizing your electronic card. Choose your colors, background, and font, then add the board’s first post to show everyone how it’s done.  Invite contributors, or share the eCard 4 different ways: via QR code, email, social media, or direct link.

What are Some Common Uses for Group Ecards?

Group eCards are a great way to bring people together, even from a distance, and have many common use cases. All it takes is a card creator, a few friends or coworkers, and a moment worth connecting.

Online group greeting cards are perfect for celebrating any occasion—and we mean any occasion. Whether you are a business or just using them for personally, they’re great for birthdays, holidays, work anniversaries, and more. Some of our favorite types of group eCards are:

Thinking Of You Cards

We’re including this one first as a reminder: groups can send eCards just because (no special milestone or excuse needed). Sending them whenever you are just thinking of someone. It will brighten their day and bring your community together. Next time you’re thinking of a friend, colleague, or family member, send a ‘just because” eCard and invite people to contribute. The recipient will love it.

Get Well Soon Cards

Being sick is never fun for anyone, so cheer them up as a group. Get well soon group ecards help people feel better and shows that you care. Invite friends and family members to contribute and make the recipient’s day with GIFs, photos, and get well soon memes. No joke: get well soon group eCards are the perfect medicine for anyone who’s sick.

Anniversary Cards

Celebrate your parents’ special day, grandparents’ milestones, or even your own anniversary in a unique way by creating a group anniversary card . Anniversary eCards are a great way for family members and friends to celebrate anniversaries because people can contribute from all over the world. Additionally, group eCards are customizable and the recipients will be able to feel the love from all the contributors.

Sympathy Cards

Losing a loved one is always difficult, and it’s hard to know how to offer support when someone is grieving. Group sympathy cards make sending condolences as a group impactful and memorable. People to can share fond memories, photos from the past, and heartfelt wishes all in one place.

New Baby Cards

If you know someone who recently had a bundle of joy, a group eCard is a spectacular way to celebrate. Family members and friends can create a new baby group eCard that sends well wishes to the new parents, and new parents can share photos and videos of their new baby. Board creators can also collect gift card funds for the new parents to celebrate their new addition.

Retirement Cards

For both businesses and families, group eCards are a great way to celebrate retirement. While retirement can be a bittersweet occasion, group retirement eCards offer a place for friends and coworkers to offer well wishes for the newly retired person. You can even print the retirement board as a book or poster as a gift.

Farewell Cards

It is never easy to say goodbye to someone that you love, even for a short period of time. Sending a group farewell eCard can help ease the pain. Everyone can leave farewell messages, remember the good times, and leave photos from their time together. The platform is a great way to close a chapter in someone’s career.

Appreciation Cards

In the workplace, a great way to utilize group eCards to show appreciation to coworkers, leaders, managers, and more. Showing appreciation and gratitude is a great way to help people feel valued and know that their hard work or dedication has paid off. Human resources managers even use the platform as Employee Appreciation Day Cards to celebrate the holiday.

Special Events

Not only can group eCards be used for simple occasions like birthdays, they can also be used at special events or during initiatives. For example, they can share highlights of their employees’ hard work throughout the year to draw attention to their hard work. They can also encourage employee engagement on a number of important workplace topics.

Holiday Cards

Replace your paper card tradition with a group holiday eCard for a more 21st century feel. With virtual group cards for holidays, you can easily have multiple family members add their highlights of what has happened throughout the year. Save on stamps, bring everyone a little closer together, and enrich your holiday tradition with video and interactive media with group holiday eCards.

Birthday eCards

Birthdays are always better together, making them a great occasion for a group eCard with Kudoboard. A group birthday card is fun and easy to make and personalize, so every recipient feels loved and appreciated on their special day. To make a birthday group eCard extra special, contributors can add videos and photos to share special birthday wishes and memories that they have with the birthday person.

Graduation Cards

There are many types of graduations, from preschool to college. What better way to celebrate your friends’ or loved ones’ graduation than by sending a graduation group eCard from all their loved ones? Their community can add photos and videos of the graduate over the years, send graduation wishes celebrating their hard work, and offer as well as well wishes for their future. You can even invite contributors to crowdfund a gift card fund for the recipient. Just don’t forget to send group teacher cards to offer thanks when it’s due!

How do I share and sign a group eCard?

It is easy to sign group eCards and share them with your friends and family. With Kudoboard, you can share group eCards in four ways: email, direct link, QR code, or social media. All they need is a device and an internet connection to contribute

While it can be a little intimidating to write heartfelt messages, signing group eCards is easy with a few simple tips. On the group card, simply click the “add post” button, and you’re ready to get writing. Once you’re all set, follow these guidelines to create a great post on a group card:

• Write from the heart: Say how you feel and avoid boring stock messages about the occasion. Readers can usually tell a genuine and authentic message from a canned response.
• Keep it concise: While it’s tempting to write an essay, sometimes short and sweet will do the trick. Write a brief message about the big picture and save the little details for a later conversation.
• Make it personalized: Include specific info about the recipient, reference memories from over the years, or shout out their big achievements. This makes a more custom and unique message tailored just for them
• Add Media: Whether an old photo or a funny GIF, add a fun pice of media that helps your message pop. Pick one that’s perfect for them, like a pop culture reference or a favorite celebrity.

What Else Can I Do With a Group Ecard?

Not only are eCards fun to make and receive, there are also other great interesting uses for the group boards. Once complete, you can:

Use as a Slideshow

Do you need a way to make a group gathering more special? Making a Kudoboard into a slideshow is a great way to honor the recipient and add a special touch to any party. Imagine a retirement party with fun photos and wishes from across their career on the big screen.

Print as a Poster

Redecorate the office walls by printing eCards as a poster. With Kudoboard, you can make your group eCards into a poster so the recipient can have a visual reminder of how much they’re appreciated. Posters can be printed in 3 different sizes (12”, 24”, and 48” wide). Posters are printed on durable semi-gloss paper, but if you would like to print it on your own you can download a high resolution image of your Kudoboard.

Create a book

Print an eCard as a hardcover book so they can take their memories offline. The book varies in length based on number of posts, but includes all of the same well wishes that came on their group card.

Group eCards for Remote Teams

Group eCards are great for remote teams, as they can serve many purposes. For example, group eCards can act as a way to share life events, build connections between teammates, celebrate milestones with retirement and farewell cards, and more. 

Many companies onboard employee recognition software so they can have unlimited boards, users, and posts—not to mention enterprise features. These platforms offer a systematic way to build connections between team members by centralizing appreciation in one place. They have member benefits and features that streamline admin work by enabling them to bulk create cards, and simplify reporting. 

Some common uses for remote teams are: 

Intentional Team Building

Kudoboard group eCards are a great way to promote team building internally. For example, remote teams can use Kudoboard as a place for employees to share their thoughts about a book (book club). Kudoboards can also be used as a shout-out board for employees to share praise for their coworkers.

Share Life Events

Another great way that Kudoboard group eCards can be used is through sharing life events. Remote teams can set up a monthly or quarterly Kudoboard dedicated to allowing employees to share something exciting that’s going on in their lives. This is a great way for remote teams to connect and gives employees a company-sponsored platform for discussion.

Retirement/Farewell

Group cards are a great way for everyone to say goodbye to an employee that’s retiring or leaving the company. Everyone can sign and leave memories and well wishes, sending the recipient off on their next adventure with a bang. A farewell or retirement card is a great way to provide closure and celebrate the moment.

Welcome Cards

It can be difficult to feel welcome to a new job or team if you’re working remotely, but group welcome cards can help. A virtual welcome Card is a great way to improve your company’s remote onboarding . They give current team members way to introduce themselves and express their excitement in welcoming the new team member—plus make the incoming employee feel like they know the team.

Birthday Cards

Working remotely can be difficult for many, especially if they have to work on their birthdays. Companies can help make their employees feel special by celebrating birthdays with a simple group eCard signed by the team. Just leaving birthday wishes to the employee that’s celebrating a milestone will help them feel valued and appreciated at the company (as will multiple gift cards).

Work Anniversary Cards

Workplace anniversaries are definitely an occasion that should be celebrated, especially by fellow team members and management. A workplace anniversary Kudoboard is a small gesture, but goes a long way in helping employees feel appreciated and connected.

How much do group eCards cost?

The cost for group eCards varies depending on your needs. The price usually varies by the amount of users and posts on the card.

Kudoboard offers four types of boards: a mini, premium, and milestone boards, each with their own number of posts. Some sites offer free eCards, although they come with less function and poor user experiences. Kudoboard offers a free demo board so users can familiarize themselves.

Generally, group eCards are very affordable, especially considering all the benefits. Group eCards are more customizable, save money on postage, and are easily accessible for contributors and recipients.

Celebrating with a Group eCard

We want to come out and say it: we know group eCards are an absolute delight for all involved. They redefine how we celebrate both personal and professional milestones. There’s a power that brings us together to celebrate the moments that matter, and that makes a big difference. 

More so, businesses see increased employee happiness and connectivity through employee recognition software with group cards. They revolutionizing the office celebration and offer endless opportunities for personalization.

Frequently Asked Questions about Group e-Cards

Do group eCards have a print option?

Yes! With Kudoboard, group eCards can be printed as a book or poster. You can print a Kudoboard on semi-gloss paper, and it can be 21”, 24”, or 48” wide. Additionally, posters can ship to anywhere in the continental US.

Additionally, you can also print books with Kudoboard. A printed book is hard bound and includes 20 pages (with extra pages at an additional cost). Kudoboard books can be shipped anywhere in the world.

Can other people see what you have written on the group card?

Yes! Contributors can see each other’s messages, creating a shared and enjoyable experience for all involved.

Are group ecards environmentally friendly?

Because they’re virtual, group eCards are great for to the environment. No paper, no waste, and no transportation footprint—just pure celebration online.

Can you schedule the delivery of a group ecard?

Yes, you can set the date and time for the eCard’s delivery, even if you create it way in advance of an occasion.

Can you send a group ecard to multiple email addresses at once?

Yes! Group eCards can be sent to multiple recipients simultaneously, ensuring everyone’s happiness arrives at once. Just enter their email addresses in the admin menu.