February 6 2023
The first Friday in March marks National Employee Appreciation Day, an annual observance for employers to celebrate the hard work and dedication their staff brings to their organizations.
The first Friday in March marks National Employee Appreciation Day, an annual observance for employers to celebrate the hard work and dedication their staff brings to their organizations.
On this day, companies are encouraged to demonstrate their gratitude for their staff through special events, programs, activities, and gifts.
Why is Employee Appreciation Day So Important?
For company stakeholders, prioritizing employee appreciation is one of the most important initiatives you can support. And the beauty is, it doesn’t require a big lift to see results. Even the smallest of gestures can go a long way in sustaining a team of employees who feel respected, trusted, seen and inspired to grow within your company.
As National Employee Appreciation week approaches, it’s the perfect moment for business owners to show to their teams how much they value, care and recognize the critical role employees fill. Because the reality is that employees are the vital life force behind every business.
At HealthMerch, we provide a well-rounded assortment of staff appreciation gifts under $5 and $10 tailored for your next employee appreciation initiative. Plus, we can also help you design custom apparel and merchandise specifically for your brand or company.
The Best Budget-Friendly Employee Appreciation Gift Ideas
Explore our selection of employee appreciation gifts. HealthMerch offers a wide variety of items to suit the tastes and interests of your employees at the best price.
1. Candles for Employee Appreciation
Vanilla Soy Bamboo Candle - UNDER $10
When it comes to gifts for encouraging more moments of mindfulness, self-care, and relaxation, candles are an ideal choice. Both practical and aesthetically pleasing, our selection of candles are affordably priced at $10 and under and $5 and under, and are the perfect budget-conscious gifts for your staff to enjoy.
Soy Candle Round Tin - UNDER $5
Each is made from soy wax and crafted specially to have a longer burn time so your recipient will have more time to enjoy their employee appreciation gift. Choose from scented vanilla soy bamboo candles or unscented soy wax candles in a durable round tin.
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2. Stress Relievers for Employee Appreciation
Star Stress Reliever - UNDER $5
Just about everyone can relate to feeling the pull of workplace stress. Thankfully there are simple tools like squeezable stress relievers (a.k.a. stress balls) to take the edge off. Did you know? Health experts report that squeezing promotional stress balls relieves tension in the arms and hands, reduces feelings of frustration, and improves hand and wrist strength. Available in an array of fun theme shapes and colors, our collection of stress balls can help relieve tension and anxiety anytime, anywhere.
Pill Stress Reliever - UNDER $5
Shop our full selection of stress relievers for $5 and under. You can also create your own personalized stress balls with custom artwork design for a thoughtful employee appreciation gift at the best price.
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3. Water Bottles for Employee Appreciation
Matte Stainless Steel Water Bottles - $10 & UNDER
Gifting your employees something useful they’ll have for years to come is a great way to show your appreciation for the work they do. Made with vacuum insulation and copper lining, these matte stainless steel water bottles can keep liquids cold for 48 hours and hot for 12 hours.
Choose from six different colors. Plus, you can also customize these bottles with a two-color imprint featuring your company logo.
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4. Travel, Home & Office Mugs for Employee Appreciation
Stoneware Mugs - UNDER $5
Another perfect gift for everyday use! Everyone loves a colorful mug for coffee, tea, and other tasty beverages. And so will your employees. At HealthMerch, we offer a wide variety of travel mugs, all of which can be customized with personalized messages, words of encouragement or custom graphics.
Ceramic Mugs with Cork Base - $10 & UNDER
Our expansive custom mug catalog includes many popular types, including personalized coffee mugs, ceramic mugs, and more. Have any questions about custom mugs? Give us a call anytime at 866-704-8525. We’re always happy to help!
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5. Portable Power Banks to Charge Smartphones for Employee Appreciation
Two Toned Pocket Power Bank - $10 & UNDER
Chances are if your employees have smartphones, they‘ll love this gift. Perfect for its functionality and fun two-toned design, these custom power banks will make sure their devices stay powered up when they need them most. Made with a sleek design, they don’t take up a lot of space and will get everyday use. Want to make this employee appreciation gift a little more thoughtful? Customize it with your company logo.
6. Wireless Bluetooth Speakers for Employee Appreciation
Harvest Mini Speaker - $10 & UNDER
This is the perfect affordable gift for the music or podcast lovers on your team. Whether used indoors or outside, our collection of bluetooth speakers offer great sound quality, durability, and lasting battery life. And, you can add your logo or other custom artwork to add a little oomph to your speaker design for a gift your employees will cherish and remember.
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7. Backpacks for Employee Appreciation
Snow Canvas Sling Backpack - $10 & UNDER
Backpacks make a great gift for employees because of their practicality, especially for members of your team commuting to and from work. Not only can a backpack help them keep their belongings safe and organized, but it can also make it easier for them to get around. Our collection of backpacks $10 and under are made with an adjustable padded shoulder sling and web carrying handle for comfort. Choose from red, black or blue.
8. Drawstring Bags for Employee Appreciation
Iridescent Non-Woven Drawstring Bag - UNDER $5
Inexpensive, lightweight, reusable, and easy to store, a customized drawstring bag makes a wonderful gift in honor of employee appreciation day. It’s the perfect item for carrying essentials. And you can add a custom logo or quote for a touch of fun, fill it with treats or other promotional merchandise, or even use it as a gift bag for a larger present. Each bag can be used to store a variety of items, making it a versatile and practical gift your employees are sure to love!
We also offer many different drawstring bags with features such as grommet attachments for keys, zippered compartments, reflective lining, earbuds slot, and mesh pockets. Shop and style your personalized drawstring bag how you want it!
We carry a vast selection of drawstring bags in a range of colors, designs, and materials. Choose your favorite style and get started personalizing now.
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9. Notebooks & Journals for Employee Appreciation
Magnetic Journal & Pen - UNDER $10
If you are looking for a gift that is both practical and meaningful, look no further than a personalized notebook or journal. Our collection of notebooks are available in a variety of styles and colors, so you can find the perfect one to match your employee's personality. Also, you can add a custom message or quote to make it truly unique.
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Experience the HealthMerch Difference. Shop Employee Appreciation gifts from HealthMerch.
We go above and beyond to deliver the highest quality products and seamless customer service—working with thousands of organizations across the country to design and create impactful promotional products that inform, educate, and engage the communities they serve.
Let us help you design custom employee appreciation gifts for your team today!