13 Sustainable Corporate Gift Ideas for Mindful Gifting
Giving gifts has even extended into the workplace in the form of corporate gifts.
Corporate gifts can be a great way for companies to show their appreciation for their employees.
However, sometimes corporate gifts can create waste! Read my guide on how to make corporate gifting less wasteful to learn more.
Let’s explore some sustainable gift options for employees and clients.
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15 Eco Corporate Gift Ideas for Companies That Care
If you're looking to show your employee appreciation in a responsible way, here are a few great sustainable corporate gift ideas that support small businesses.
Stojo Collapsible Coffee Cup $15+
Corporate jobs and coffee go hand in hand, so a Stojo collapsible coffee cup makes for an appropriate gift for those coming into the office and grabbing a cup of joe on the way.
Stojo
Stojo started making leak-free, collapsible coffee cups in 2012. Since then their range has expanded to include bottles, bowls, and straws.
Made from food-grade silicone and recyclable plastic, the cups are free from BPAs, BPSs, phthalates, lead, and adhesives. Plus, Stojo offers customization, so you can put your company logo on the cup!
Gift Set That Gives Back from Thistle Farms $60+
Thistle Farms has a wide variety of consciously curated gift boxes.
Thistle Farms is a nonprofit social enterprise dedicated to helping women survivors recover and heal from prostitution, trafficking, and addiction.
They do this by providing a safe place to live, a meaningful job, and a lifelong sisterhood of support. By purchasing a Thistle Farms gift box, your company is helping to support this mission.
Copper Cow Coffee
Copper Cow is a Vietnamese coffee brand. Their coffee is sustainably grown is made with real herbs and spices.
They offer corporate gifting! This is a unique gift any coffee loving colleague will love.
Actually Curious Card Game $25+
Actually Curious is a great sustainable corporate gift idea because it can encourage co-workers to get to know each other better!
Actually Curious is the conversation card game that helps build trust and empathy. Great for keeping at a desk!
This Black owned business has created five different editions for the card game including Happy Hour, Culture, Future, Human Rights, and Curiosity.
Plus, Actually Curious’ cards are produced with ethical labor and a sustainable paper supply.
Plants
A plant is something that can be good for mental health and won’t cause unnecessary waste. Plant lovers are sure to cherish a new plant for their office. Check out your local plant nurseries or consider looking at The Sill.
Custom Hats from KNOWN Supply
KNOWN SUPPLY makes apparel for men and women that focuses on highlighting the people who make each item. Predominantly working with GOTS-certified organic cotton, they offer all manner of apparel from T-shirts and sweaters to dresses and jackets.
They also offer custom accessories such as hats, beanies, scarves, and totes. Hats make for a corporate gift that is functional and long-lasting.
At KNOWN SUPPLY, you can make a bulk order and have these items customized to make the gift unique with your company logo. All KNOWN Supply items are made in Fair Trade certified factories too! Your employees or clients are sure to appreciate an ethically made hat!
Siblings DIY Zero Waste Candles $24+
If you want to gift a candle, choose a brand that uses clean and sustainable materials. Siblings uses clean ingredients and compostable packaging.
Their eco-friendly wax is a blend of coconut, soy, and beeswax, and non-toxic, cruelty-free fragrances and essential oils are used to scent the waxes.
What makes Siblings Candles unique is that they sell the wax and you can pour it into your own vessel at home, giving you the perfect opportunity to reuse tins and jars.
Once the vessel is empty, you can order refills and reuse the vessel again. Siblings also sells handmade, long-lasting vessels and they even offer a gift-buying guide.
This is a unique DIY gift for any crafty individual!
Tea Drops Custom Gifting
Tea Drops is an organic and fair trade tea company that offers unique flavors. Explore their custom and corporate gifting options.
Custom Tote Bag from GOEX $10+
Custom tote bags make another great and useful corporate gift – not only can it be used for many years, but also for a variety of purposes.
GOEX specializes in making tees using sustainable materials like 100% cotton and recycled polyester made from plastic water bottles.
Remnant fabric is used to make accessories like beanies, dog tanks, and tote bags. They also offer custom design and printing services to help make your gifts special.
GOEX is also part of the Fair Trade Federation which means the ensure fair labor practices through out their supply chain.
Beyond tote bags they do custom t-shirts, sweatshirts, and other promotional products.
Reusable Straw Set $6+
Consider a reusable straw set with your company logo on it!
This gift is practical and encourages your employees or clients to live more sustainably by ditching those plastic straws.
Virtual Gift Cards
Virtual gift cards are a low waste gift idea that ensures your employee or client gets what they want!
Consider getting a gift card to a local restaurant, a spa, or a book store to encourage them to do something fun for themselves!
Reusable Water Bottles
Reusable water bottles are a great way to reduce plastic waste.
If your company has water stations, this is the perfect way to ensure your employees use them to stay hydrated.
Consider looking on Etsy for small businesses that customize water bottles!
Paid Time Off
Let’s be honest! Employees would love an extra day off. This could be a meaningful gift that allows them to spend more time with their families during the holidays.
Hopefully these sustainable gifts have given you some ideas on how to choose responsible corporate gifts and consider your ecological footprint when purchasing promotional items.
Choosing high quality and thoughtful gifts can make a lasting impression on your employees, clients, and business associates, so be sure to shop responsibly.
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