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Me too.
I think we sent out invitations to a few family members - but these were invitations to actually attend the graduation. And I don't remember receiving any gifts.
I think this "announcement" thing must be something relatively new? It still isn't overly common, though. We have tons of friends with kids graduating from HS and college, and have only received a few "announcements."
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Believe it or not, this was just addressed by "Dear Abby." Announcements are for those that you know very well and would appreciate the news. Invitations are for those that can attend (there will be limits). If there is to be a reception after the ceremony, gifts are not required, but usually given by the guests.
Announcements carry no obligation whatsoever to produce a gift. Maybe a congratulatory letter or card and a small gift if the person receiving the announcement really feels the need. I'd suggest a gift card over cash if that's the case. The giving of money at weddings, graduations, etc. is crass, has always been crass and always will be for those who have any cooth.
AFA announcements and their appearance in our society, you can thank the services that produce graduation pics, year books and the like. If they can sell one more item on the list, you can bet they will.