{"id":6946,"date":"2014-11-10T10:35:27","date_gmt":"2014-11-10T15:35:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gallerycollection.com\/blog\/?p=6946"},"modified":"2025-11-25T20:36:44","modified_gmt":"2025-11-26T01:36:44","slug":"5-employee-gift-ideas-thanksgiving","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gallerycollection.com\/blog\/business-thanksgiving-cards\/5-employee-gift-ideas-thanksgiving\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Employee Gift Ideas For Thanksgiving"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Thanksgiving is the time of year when we reflect on things and people we are thankful for. It\u2019s a perfect time to show appreciation for the hard work your employees put in throughout the year. Below are five gift ideas to acknowledge the value of your employees during Thanksgiving.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_6949\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-6949\" style=\"width: 503px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gallerycollection.com\/product\/have-a-great-thanksgiving-card-300481.htm\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-6949 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gallerycollection.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/11\/74WCX.jpg\" alt=\"Have a Great Thanksgiving Card\" width=\"503\" height=\"448\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.gallerycollection.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/11\/74WCX.jpg 503w, https:\/\/www.gallerycollection.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/11\/74WCX-300x267.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 503px) 100vw, 503px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-6949\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><center><i>Have a Great Thanksgiving Card &#8211; Design 74WCX<\/i><\/center><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>1. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gallerycollection.com\/holiday-cards\/thanksgiving-cards.htm\">Thanksgiving Cards<\/a><\/strong> \u2013 Greeting cards are an inexpensive, but thoughtful way to show thanks. Personalize the cards with their names and a message wishing them and their families a Happy Thanksgiving. If you have the time, hand deliver the cards to each employee \u2013 it\u2019s a nice way to personally communicate that you value them as individuals and opens the door to learn a little about them.<\/p>\n<p><strong>2. Wine<\/strong> \u2013 Depending on the nature of your business, a small bottle of wine may be appropriate. If you\u2019re looking to go the extra mile, decorate the top of the bottle with some festive string! Whether your employees choose to enjoy it with their family or give as a gift to someone else, it is a great way to spread seasonal joy.<\/p>\n<p><strong>3. Pie<\/strong> \u2013 If your business is a bit too conservative for wine, perhaps you could spread thanks with holiday pies. Apple, pumpkin, pecan, blueberry \u2013 choose one, or let your employees choose! They\u2019ll appreciate the thought and be relieved to have something to bring to their relative\u2019s Thanksgiving dinner.<\/p>\n<p><strong>4. Gift Card<\/strong> \u2013 Thanksgiving and the holiday season in general tend to become expensive. A generic or supermarket gift card is a considerate gesture for an employee Thanksgiving gift. The flexibility of a gift card allows them to spend it on whatever will make their holiday more special.<\/p>\n<p><strong>5. Potluck\/Banquet<\/strong> \u2013 Whether you choose to rent a space or coordinate employees to bring their own dishes, a spread of food is always a well-received gesture. Let employees sit, relax and socialize with one another over a good meal. Don\u2019t be shy to have a seat yourself and join in!<\/p>\n<p>Whether it\u2019s giving a gift or sharing some words, the saying \u201cit\u2019s the thought that counts\u201d carries more weight than you may think. Regardless of your budget there is always a way to show appreciation for the people who help run your business. This season, take the time to thank them.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Thanksgiving is the time of year when we reflect on things and people we are thankful for. 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