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Looking for reliable sources and ideas for holiday gifts that work for a multicultural, multifaith, and partially remote team
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Think choice first. Offer a small stipend or a digital catalog so people pick what they want, avoiding assumptions about faith or food. Use corporate gifting platforms like Sendoso or Alyce to handle personalization and shipping for remote staff. For charitable options let employees direct donations through GiveWell or DonorsChoose so the cause matches their values.
Include non-material options: an extra day off, a wellness subscription, or an experience credit via Airbnb Experiences. Support local artisans on Etsy for culturally made items if you bother to vet them. Do a short anonymous preference survey, use neutral messaging, and keep gift value below taxable thresholds where local rules require. Small details like inclusive cards and vegetarian snacks matter.
I think one good way to approach inclusive holiday gifts is to focus on experiences rather than physical items. Things like online classes, virtual cooking sessions, or wellness workshops can be meaningful and adaptable for everyone, no matter their background or location. It’s also worth considering gift cards to multicultural restaurants or stores, so employees can choose something that resonates with their culture or preferences. I’d avoid making assumptions about what people celebrate or need. Instead of material gifts, offering options that promote shared experiences or personal growth can create a more thoughtful and inclusive holiday gesture. + it shows you care about each person's individual interests.
Look, you want truly inclusive gifts? Stop overthinking the "holiday" part like it’s some sacred ritual. Just skip the whole festive theme and go for practical stuff that anyone would actually use—quality tech accessories, noise-canceling earbuds, or even a decent coffee mug that doesn’t scream “holiday.” Keeps it neutral, avoids stepping on toes. And if you want to feel fancy, toss in a handwritten note acknowledging everyone's hard work. Genuine beats gimmicks every time.
When it comes to a multicultural workplace with remote folks thrown in the mix, one trick that worked great for me is gifting something that’s universal but still feels personal like a subscription box-maybe something like a world snack box or monthly book club that highlights diverse authors.🎁
These aren’t your typical gift cards or wellness apps but still show you appreciate their unique tastes and backgrounds without playing cultural roulette. It also encourages discovery and sharing stories with coworkers which can be a pretty sweet bonus for team bonding.
Plus with subscriptions delivered directly, remote peeps get that same inside scoop as those working in-house. Just throwing it out there—sometimes stretching beyond the usual can make your gift way more memorable and cozy for everyone involved!
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