
10 Staff Gift Ideas That Employees Actually Want
Practical. Personal. Purposeful.
It’s no secret: generic swag and dusty desk clutter no longer cut it. If you really want to make your team feel seen, valued, and energised, staff gifts need to be thoughtful, useful and aligned with your values - not just branded for the sake of it.
Here are 10 meaningful staff gift ideas your employees will genuinely appreciate, all featuring sustainable, well-curated options from our collection at Out of the Box Gifts.
1. 🟩 Memobottle A5 (Moss Green)
Practical hydration, beautifully designed.
This award-winning flat water bottle is perfect for desks and bags - and it’s made from BPA-free recycled materials. A sleek gift that promotes sustainability and encourages healthier habits at work.
2. ☕ Coffee Gift Box
Fuel their mornings the ethical way.
For the coffee-lovers on your team, this curated box includes artisan coffee, handmade treats and ethically sourced caffeinated goodies - all beautifully presented. A caffeine fix that gives back.
3. 🌍 The Odd Harvest Gift Box – Gifts That Give Back
Social impact in a box.
Packed with products from social enterprises and B Corps, this gift box supports real causes - from mental health to education. It’s perfect for values-driven businesses who want their gifts to reflect their mission.
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4. 🧠 Brain Teaser Gift Box
Engage their minds, not just their inboxes.
Ideal for creative teams or problem solvers, this box includes a puzzle, snacks and thoughtful touches to spark joy and mental stimulation. Great for away days or “thinking time” tokens.
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5. 🎉 Corporate Away Day Gift Box
Bring the team spirit wherever they are.
Remote or hybrid? No problem. This gift box includes all the essentials for a fun, energising away day experience, from snacks to energising treats. It's team bonding in a box.
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6. 🍿 Corporate Snack Gift Box
Snack breaks that actually impress.
Curated for meetings, thank-yous or just-because moments, this box is full of high-quality, ethical snacks. A crowd-pleaser that's way better than a vending machine run.
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7. 👋 Welcome Gift Box
First impressions matter.
Make new hires feel instantly part of the team with a warm, considered welcome. This box is filled with practical, calming and uplifting items - a great way to kick off a long-term relationship.
8. 🌿 Eco-Luxe Gift Bundles
Less waste. More wow.
Create your own eco-conscious bundles using B Corp products, plastic-free packaging and custom notes. Ideal for Earth Day, sustainability campaigns or companies with ESG targets.
9. ✍️ Personalised Notes & Branding Options
Make it theirs.
Whatever you choose, we offer personalised messages and subtle branding options that feel premium - not pushy. Adding a name or note can make a simple gift feel unforgettable.
10. 🔁 Gifts That Keep On Giving (Literally)
Subscription-style or quarterly gifting options.
Keep morale high all year with regular, small surprises — quarterly boxes, birthday treats, or seasonal gifts. We can help you create a gifting calendar that works for your culture.
💬 Final Thought: Gifts with Meaning, Not Just Marketing
Your team doesn’t need another water bottle with a logo slapped on it. What they want is to feel appreciated - with gifts that reflect who they are, what they value and how they contribute.
We’re here to help you gift smarter, more sustainably and with heart.
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Or get in touch to create something bespoke just for your team on hello@outoftheboxgifts.co.uk