Employee Appreciation Day is March 6th. Celebrate the people who power your business.

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Employee Appreciation Day is March 6th. Celebrate the people who power your business.

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Expressing thanks may go a long way. By showing workers how much you value them as team members, you can strengthen the feeling of team culture and give them credit for their efforts. This can increase employee retention and engagement, favorable word-of-mouth, and more.

Don’t allow distance or working from home to prevent you from developing smart team recognition ideas.

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Best Remote Employee Appreciation Gifts — Stadium’s Top Picks

Celebrate Employee Appreciation Day

Instead of giving your staff one present, plan a whole employee appreciation day.  It will be a wonderful thank-you gesture for all of your employees.  But what are you supposed to do all day?

Here are some Employee Appreciation Day ideas:

  • Office Olympics (minute to win it, typing speed competition, etc.)
  • Try out a couple of virtual recognition concepts.
  • Virtual employee and family meet
  • A virtual ‘bring your pet to work’ event
  • Virtual lunch meeting
  • Recognize the employee of the month.
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Virtual team building events

Virtual team-building activities are ideal since they enable team members to connect. They will encourage more engagement among your members and make new remote employees feel like they are a part of the company. 

Here are some team-building event ideas:

  • Theme-based trivia competitions
  • Cocktail making classes
  • Murder mysteries may be found online
  • Virtual Christmas party

These events will provide an excellent opportunity for healthy team bonding outside work. 

Virtual Happy Hour

During a virtual happy hour, invite your coworkers to bring their favorite drink and play games, sing songs, or discuss anything unrelated to business. To add to the enjoyment, send them a happy hour cocktail kit before the virtual happy hour. This allows them to prepare cocktails for the celebration and share recipes with their coworkers. Remember to promote drinking responsibly to create a safe and enjoyable workplace atmosphere. 

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Some individuals relax by watching a movie or a Netflix series, while others like game nights or karaoke sessions. Asking your staff members about their preferred entertainment options might help you provide them with free trial periods for streaming services they like, such as Netflix or Amazon Prime.  To encourage them to develop themselves, consider offering a free e-learning membership. This can provide remote employees access to many professional development opportunities they would not have considered otherwise. You may also invite select employees to share their knowledge with their coworkers .

Self-Care Kit

Your remote workers manage their personal life year-round while meeting deadlines, reaching goals, and serving clients. Sometimes, they may have even sacrificed personal time for business. Send them a self-care package so they may rest and unwind as the year ends.  It conveys the idea that you appreciate their personal time as well.

The self-care gift box might contain the following:

You may also include a gift card for a massage, health, or meditation treatment for your remote team.

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Stress Relief Kit

Stress reduction kits include products to assist remote employees deal with worry or tension. Sending these considerate gift sets demonstrates that you care about your workers’ general well-being.

Here’s what you might put in a stress reduction gift box or kit:

Home Fitness Equipment

Remote employees or workers frequently lead inactive lifestyles. Compact home workout equipment would, therefore, be an ideal present. 

Here are a few equipment gift ideas:

This will demonstrate to your staff that your organization values health and fitness. You may also build an employee wellness program focusing on physical and emotional health. 

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Personalized Gifts

A personalized gift is almost always a good idea because it is intended to be distinctive and show effort.

To make conventional corporate presents more distinctive, you may personalize them with themes such as the business logo, pop culture, employee names, or New Year! 

There are many personalized corporate swag options available. Companies like as Swagmagic, Stadium, and Snackmagic provide a broad range of personalized business gifts that demonstrate that you have put some effort into them.

Here are some products you may personalize and give to your employees:

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Creating a swag kit for remote employee appreciation is a thoughtful way to make your team members feel valued and connected, even when they’re not physically in the office.

Personalize the swag kit according to the preferences and interests of each employee. You can also add a personal touch by including a note or message that acknowledges their specific contributions and achievements. Sending out these swag kits with a genuine appreciation will surely make your remote employees feel valued and motivated.

Snack boxes are a popular and appreciated item to include in employee appreciation kits, especially for remote workers who might appreciate a variety of tasty treats to enjoy during their workday.

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Remote Employee Appreciation Gifts Made Personal with Stadium

Employee Appreciation Day looks different when your team is remote—and one-size-fits-all gifts don’t cut it anymore. Stadium helps you celebrate remote employees with thoughtful, flexible gift experiences that feel personal, wherever your people work.

With Stadium, you can create fully branded custom stores filled with snacks, swag, and premium gifts, then let employees choose what resonates with them. No collecting addresses. No guessing sizes. Just meaningful appreciation that fits individual preferences.

Our curated catalog includes 15,000+ gifts—from artisan goods to top brands—paired with local fulfillment in 170+ countries, so every employee feels included without shipping delays or customs issues. Whether you’re planning Employee Appreciation Day, a team milestone, or an ongoing recognition program, Stadium makes it easy to deliver gifts that actually land.

Ready to turn Employee Appreciation Day into a moment your remote team will remember? Explore how Stadium’s employee appreciation solutions help you recognize people in ways that feel personal, scalable, and effortless.

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Appreciation Gifts for Remote Employees and co-workers

1. Succulent Desk Garden Kit

A low-maintenance plant set that brightens a home workspace without needing a green thumb. It’s lightweight, easy to ship, and feels genuinely thoughtful (not “corporate”). Great for remote employees who love a calm, fresh desk vibe.

2. DIY Creative Break Kit (Paint-by-Number / Craft Set)

A hands-on kit that helps remote employees unplug after screen-heavy days. It’s relaxing, fun, and creates a finished “I made this” moment they’ll actually keep. Perfect for boosting wellbeing without calling it a wellness gift.

3. Premium Coffee or Tea Ritual Set

A curated coffee/tea set that turns daily breaks into a small luxury. Ideal for remote workers because it fits seamlessly into routines and feels personal. You can theme it by preference (coffee lovers vs tea lovers) to avoid one-size-fits-all.

4. Desktop Game Night Gift (Mini Board Game / Puzzle Box)

A compact, shippable game that adds fun to off-hours and family time. It’s a great morale booster that doesn’t depend on sizes, devices, or setup. Works especially well for distributed teams where shared “fun” is harder to create.

5. Personalized Desk Nameplate or Acrylic Plaque

A clean, modern desk piece with their name, role, or a short team phrase. It makes a remote workspace feel more “official” and recognized—without being cheesy. Small, durable, and easy to deliver to employees anywhere.

6. Sustainable Everyday Essentials Set (Eco-Friendly Edition)

A practical bundle of reusable items employees actually use daily—at home or on the go. It quietly signals you care about values, not just productivity. Great for teams that prioritize sustainability and minimal, clutter-free gifts.

7. “Choose Your Cause” Donation Gift + Impact Certificate

Let employees pick a cause they care about and receive a simple impact certificate. It’s highly inclusive across locations, cultures, and preferences—no shipping friction. Perfect for values-led organizations and global remote teams.

8. Pet-Friendly Appreciation Gift (For Pet Parents)

A thoughtful pet-oriented gift (toy, treat bundle, or accessory) for employees with pets. Remote workers often spend the day with their pets—so this feels surprisingly personal. A fun “we see your real life” gesture that sparks positive reactions.

9. Artisan Home Upgrade (Handmade Decor Piece)

A small artisan item (planter, ceramic piece, wall decor) that elevates home spaces. It’s giftable without needing sizing and feels more premium than standard swag. Best for milestones, anniversaries, or standout appreciation moments.

10. Personalized Recipe & Kitchen Mini-Kit (Non-Perishable Focus)

A simple kitchen-themed gift like a branded apron substitute (no sizing), utensil, or prep tool set. It supports healthy routines and feels “life-friendly,” not just work-friendly. Ideal for remote employees who appreciate practical, everyday value.

Recognition that makes a difference

Employee Appreciation Day is just the start. See how companies are creating lasting impact with recognition that sticks.

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Achieved Record-Breaking Recognition

“Rewards and recognition were a strategic people priority for us this year, and Stadium has really helped us make meaningful progress.”

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“Thank you for thinking of your employees and letting us know we are appreciated!”

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25+ Countries Gifted To

“Before Stadium, including all global employees, felt like an impossible feat. With Stadium, we can reach the entire company and make everyone feel included.”

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