You need something flexible for your employees. Something premium for your clients and partners. Something that says “we value the people that make our business a success”, while also saying “happy holidays!”. But what could that be? Well, you’ve come to the right place! Because we’re here to unpack everything you need to know about festive corporate gifts. What Is A Festive Corporate Gift? Let’s start with the basics. A festive corporate gift is a gift given to employees, clients, partners or other individuals/entities around the holidays or at the end of the year. Primarily, the gift is given to wish the recipient a happy holiday season. But that’s not the only reason to give a festive corporate gift! Gifts are also given to employees to thank them for a fantastic year of hard work. Or, they’re given to clients and partners, to show appreciation for another year of loyalty and commitment. Either way, it’s more than just a wholesome Christmas gift: it’s a strategic business move that has a surprisingly positive impact on your business. Why Is Festive Corporate Gifting Important? They are a number of fantastic benefits that come with giving your employees, clients and partners festive corporate gifts: For Your Employees: Increased Job Satisfaction: A whopping 75% of employees say that they feel more satisfied with their job after receiving holiday gifts from their employer. Boosts Morale: Over 60% of employees say that team morale increases when group achievements are recognised with corporate festive gifts. Higher Retention Rates: A massive 80% of employees agree that regular corporate gifting makes them more likely to stay with a company. For Your Clients and Partners: Strengthens Relationships: Giving your clients and partners a festive gift reaffirms a strong and positive relationship between you and them; with about 80% of corporate gift buyers claiming that gifts have improved relationships with clients. Differentiates From Competitors: A thoughtful and generous gift can also make you stand out from your competitors. Reinforces Your Company Values/Culture: If you choose to give festive corporate gifts, you are reinforcing what your business cares about: the people that make it all happen. What Makes A Good Festive Corporate Gift? So what makes a good festive corporate gift? Here’s what you should be looking for: Something practical and useful to anyone (regardless of gender, age, etc) Something high-quality and premium Something lightly personal Something that embodies your brand and it’s values Bonus points for something festive (after all, it is the festive season!) Here’s what you should avoid: Bad quality gifts (i.e: cheap branded merch made from plastic) Useless gifts (or gifts that assume someone’s preferences) Anything inappropriate or too personal (keep it HR-friendly) Are Festive Gifts Tax Deductible? The answer depends on a number of factors: The type of gift (entertainment vs non-entertainment) The cost per employee Whether it’s cash How often you provide similar benefits To break it down simply: Non-entertainment gifts (like gift cards, hampers and bottles of wine) are: a) Typically exempt from Fringe Benefit Tax, and: b) ARE tax-deductible if they are under $300, and only given occasionally (2-3 times max) per employee, per year. Entertainment gifts (like tickets to a sports event or concert, gym membership, or flights) are: a) Typically exempt from FBT if under $300 b) But are NOT tax-deductible. If you’re still not quite sure, it’s best to consult with a tax advisor or refer to the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) guidelines to ensure you are following correct protocols. Festive Corporate Gift Ideas Need some ideas? Some popular festive corporate gifts include: Eco-friendly Gifts: a premium keep cup or water bottle (Frank Green is great for this) Tech Gifts: smart desk accessories or portable chargers Homeware Gifts: a luxe candle or a lovely plant Food/drink Gifts: gourmet chocolates, a bottle of bubbles or Christmas cookies (bonus points if they’re homemade!) Gift Hampers: a mix of delicious snacks, sweets and drinks (you can find some fantastic options from Good Day People) Gift Cards: A Great Festive Corporate Gift Option While the above ideas are all great options, you can never be quite sure of a person's taste or gifting preferences. Want to play it safe and smart? Look no further than a festive gift card! 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That’s why the Cinema Gift Card is a fantastic festive gift for anyone: staff, clients, partners and more. Spendable at any cinema in Australia that accepts eftpos, the Cinema Gift Card is a perfect end–of-year treat." buttonTo="/product/pamper" buttonLabel="Shop the Pamper Gift Card" /] FAQs Who can receive a festive corporate gift? You can give a corporate gift to anyone within your corporate network, including employees, clients, partners, suppliers or any other individual/entity that supports your business. Just make sure that you are gifting in a fair and equal manner (particularly when gifting employees) to ensure fairness within the workplace. How much should you spend on corporate Christmas gifts? The answer really depends on your business’s size, budget and other factors… every business is different! If you’d like to guarantee that your gifts are FBT-free, ensure that you spend no more than $299 per gift per person (this goes for employees, partners and clients). Are corporate Christmas gifts tax deductible? Here’s the rundown: non-entertainment Christmas gifts are typically exempt from FBT and ARE tax-deductible if they are under $300 and only given occasionally (2-3 times max) per employee, per year. Entertainment Christmas gifts (like tickets to a sports event or a holiday voucher) are typically exempt from FBT if under $300, but are NOT tax-deductible. When to give festive corporate gifts? December can get pretty hectic in the office, but it’s important to ensure you give your festive corporate gifts before Christmas Day for maximum impact. You could give your clients and partners their festive corporate gifts anytime throughout December, from the 1st to the 24th. For employees, ideally give them their gifts at some point during their final week in the office or online before you close for Christmas. What to write in a festive corporate gift card? It’s important to include a written message with your corporate festive gift, regardless of whether you are sending it to an employee, a client, a partner or someone else. Keep it genuine and professional, and express your gratitude where possible. For employees, you could write: Thank you for all your hard work this year. Wishing you a happy holiday season and a wonderful start to the New Year. Bring on 2027! For clients and partners, you could write: Happy Holidays from all of us at [Your Company]. We very much appreciate our partnership and look forward to a successful and prosperous New Year. Where can I buy festive corporate gift cards? The best place to buy festive corporate gift cards is online via any gift card retailer (including Card.Gift!) Many online gift card stores can also assist with managing bulk or customised orders, meaning you can skip all of the logistical headaches and get straight to the fun part!