Fostering a culture of appreciation in the workplace is a year-round endeavor. Recognizing and celebrating your employees on various occasions can have a profound impact on their engagement and morale. We’ve created an Employee Appreciation Calendar with a diverse selection of holidays for employee gifting to make everyone on your team feel valued and respected. Let’s explore three thoughtful options for each quarter.
The Ultimate Employee Gifting Calendar
Q1 Gifting Holidays
January – March
- New Year’s Day (January 1st) Begin the year on a positive note by showing gratitude for your employees. A New Year’s gift is a symbol of fresh beginnings and shared aspirations.
- National Pay a Compliment Day (February 6) Take some time to find the right words to recognize your peers on an individual level. Try and get more specific than “Thank you for your hard work” or “Thank you for everything you do”. Be honest and intentional with your words on this fun holiday! Need extra help? Read MindGoal’s blog about how to give effective compliments in the workplace here.
- Employee Appreciation Day (First Friday in March) Dedicate this day to recognizing the hard work and dedication of your team. Show appreciation with tokens of gratitude and affirmations of their value.
Q2 Gifting Holidays
April – June
- Earth Day (April 22nd) Show your commitment to environmental sustainability by organizing a tree-planting event or gifting eco-friendly items to your employees.
- National Smile Day (First Friday in June) Bring smiles to your team’s faces with small, cheerful tokens of appreciation. Encourage positivity and recognize all of the small wins on this holiday.
- Professional Wellness Month (June) Acknowledge the the well-being and health of team members by focusing on how you can improve the work environments of your employees.
Q3 Gifting Holidays
July – September
- Labor Day (First Monday in September) Celebrate the dedication and hard work of your employees. Host a relaxing event or provide a day off to show appreciation.
- Global Company Culture Month (September) Embrace the fun side of your team by gifting company-related items. It’s fun day to bond during a team-building event or share extra kudos to your teams.
- National Day of Encouragement (September 12th) Boost morale and motivation by sending uplifting messages or hosting an encouraging team-building activity.
Q4 Gifting Holidays
October – December
- National Boss’s Day (October 16th) Recognize your leadership team by appreciating their guidance. Encourage employees to show gratitude to their supervisors.
- World Kindness Day (November 13th) Foster a culture of kindness and compassion in the workplace. Encourage small acts of kindness among your team.
- Company Founding Day (Variable) Celebrate the day your company was founded as a special occasion for reflecting on your journey and recognizing the contributions of your teams.
The Impact of Employee Gifting
Remember, employee appreciation isn’t just about the gifts; it’s about making your team feel respected and valued. The key is to be inclusive, ensuring that everyone can participate and feel appreciated. Consider sending your teams an open-ended survey to find out their hobbies and interests to better tailor your employee gifting strategy to your people. When your employees feel valued, it will show in their productivity and overall company performance.
MindGoal offers a range of services to help you express your gratitude. Discover how our employee appreciation solutions can make recognizing your team’s efforts easier and more effective. Every season offers unique opportunities to celebrate your employees and strengthen your workplace culture. With our Employee Appreciation Calendar, you can make sure that your team feels valued and respected all year long.
Read about MindGoal’s culture-building processes to maximize performance here!