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Celebrate your team this holiday season with these 10 creative, meaningful corporate gift ideas—perfect for last-minute planners.
The holidays are here. This is the perfect time to show your team how much you appreciate their hard work.
But we know as well as you do how this season can sneak up on even the best planners.
Fortunately, you don’t need as much time as you think to make a big impact on your employees.
If you’re still scrambling for last-minute corporate gifts that are still thoughtful and personal ways to celebrate your employees, this list might give you some inspiration. From simple gestures to teamwide celebrations, these ideas will help you spread holiday cheer without adding stress to your already full plate.
Gift cards are an easy corporate gifting win, which is why so many companies turn to them when time gets tight. Popular options include Visa gift cards, restaurant chains, and outlet stores.
The beauty of gift cards is employees have the freedom to pick what they want.
A handwritten note might seem like a small gesture, but it’s a corporate holiday gift that can mean so much to employees at the end of a long year.
Take a moment to acknowledge your employee’s contributions to the company with a personal message that mentions specific achievements or compliments their skills.
This type of gift works best in smaller, in-office settings. However, larger companies can make it work by delegating the handwritten notes down to immediate supervisors.
When your team is more widely distributed, or even fully remote, a personalized email can accomplish the same goals as a handwritten thank you note.
Like the notes above, the more specific you can be, the more thoughtful and meaningful the message will be. Need some tips? We’ve got ideas on how to write an effective appreciation email.
Giftly combines the flexibility of gift cards with the personal touch of a heartfelt thank-you note while eliminating the downsides of each.
Gift cards are convenient but often lack personalization. For example, a Starbucks card may feel thoughtful, unless your employee doesn’t drink coffee or doesn’t live near a Starbucks. A Visa gift card is more versatile, but feels impersonal and generic.
On the other hand, employees may appreciate the gesture of a handwritten thank you note, but miss the feeling of receiving a gift they can use and enjoy.
Giftly bridges this gap. With Giftly, you can send customizable, white-label gift cards that include your company’s branding and a personalized message. Employees can redeem their Giftlies however they want—whether it’s for a meal, an experience, or a practical purchase—ensuring it’s meaningful and useful to them.
What’s more, Giftly makes it easy to send thoughtful gifts at scale. Cards can be delivered by text or email, so they reach your employees wherever they are.
Nothing says “thank you” quite like the gift of time.
Letting employees leave early, or even giving them an extra day off, shows you value their time as much as their work.
During the busy holiday season, a few extra hours to spend with loved ones or get holiday errands done can mean the world. Time off is one of the easiest gifts to give but has a lasting impact on employee morale and well-being.
It’s a win-win: your team gets much-needed rest, and you build goodwill that can carry into the new year.
Recognition goes a long way at any time of the year but especially around the holidays.
Celebrate your team’s achievements in a meeting or company-wide email.
Take the time to highlight individual accomplishments or call out specific projects where your team shined. Public recognition boosts morale and strengthens team cohesion, showing employees their efforts don’t go unnoticed.
You can also take your employee appreciation public.
Highlight your employees on your company’s social media channels. Share stories of their hard work, achievements, or unique contributions to the company.
Social media shoutouts are a fun way to showcase your team to a broader audience while giving employees a moment in the spotlight. Just be sure to keep the message genuine and focused on their contributions. It’s about celebrating your employees, not promoting the company.
Bring the team together with a holiday party!
Catered food for in-person teams, or meal delivery credits for remote workers make it festive and stress-free.
A well-planned party can provide a sense of togetherness and celebration, even for remote teams who may be spread out.
Include fun activities like a trivia game, a Secret Santa exchange, or a holiday karaoke session to make the event even more memorable. With a little creativity, a holiday party can be a highlight of the season for your team.
A subscription box is a gift that keeps giving.
Choose options like coffee, snacks, or wellness items tailored to employee preferences. Subscriptions offer a little surprise each month, and it’s a way to remind your employees that you care about them every month of the year.
Whether it’s a book club subscription, a gourmet snack box, or a fitness membership, these gifts show you’ve thought about your employees’ interests and lifestyles. It’s a meaningful way to extend the holiday spirit into the new year.
A holiday raffle is simple, fun, and works for teams of all sizes. Include prizes like tech gadgets, gift cards, or unique experiences to add excitement to the season.
If your team is remote, you can easily host a virtual raffle using video conferencing tools and send digital or physical prizes directly to winners. A little creativity goes a long way in turning a simple raffle into a holiday tradition.
The holidays are a chance to show your team just how much their hard work and dedication mean to you. Even if time is running short, thoughtful gestures can make a big impact. From flexible gift cards and heartfelt notes to team shoutouts and festive raffles, there are plenty of ways to celebrate your employees and spread holiday cheer.
Giftly makes it easy to elevate your corporate gifting strategy. With customizable, white-label gift cards and the ability to add personal messages, Giftly helps you create gifts that are both thoughtful and practical. Whether you’re thanking one employee or your entire team, Giftly allows you to deliver meaningful, scalable gifts quickly and effortlessly.
Don’t let the season slip by without showing your appreciation. Explore Giftly today and make your last-minute holiday gifts unforgettable.
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