Today’s new generation of working professionals have a strong preference toward products and services that follow socially responsible and eco-conscious practices. In welcoming this sector of the workforce into your team, it’s a good rule of thumb to consider this tendency in any new-hire gifts you plan on putting together.

Here are some ideas for new-hires gifts, and additional options that put a twist on the classics.

CLASSIC: Company Tee + Hoodies

Show your new hires that they’re part of a socially conscious company, by choosing a sustainably manufactured shirt like the ones from Allmade. In addition to creating eco-friendly shirts made from recycled materials, the company partners with factories in Haiti to provide fair-wage jobs, and donate its proceeds to orphan-related initiatives worldwide. Learn more about their Sustainability + Corporate Responsibility.

(Image source: Allmade)

CURVEBALL: Glow Up!

Another way to turn the company T-shirt into a fun gift is to spruce it up with unique decoration methods. Puff-ink printing and embossing is a subtle yet effective way to put your company T-shirt above the rest. Let your team members know that you want them to look and feel cool!

CLASSIC: Water Bottle/Thermos

With the rise of WFH life and demand for outdoor recreation, water bottles have become a much-desired item. A multipurpose bottle, like the Camelbak MultiBev, would be a great new hire gift to show you care about their work-life balance. Both a water bottle and detachable travel cup, it can be used for coffee in the morning, water during the day, and camp-out beers at night. Learn about their Sustainability + Corporate Responsibility.

(Image source: @camelbak)

CURVEBALL: Fashionably Flat

Show your new hires that they’re part of a company that thinks outside the box (or cylinder), and gift them with the uniquely-shaped Memobottle. Its ergonomic shape allows for a snug fit inside bags alongside computers and books, and proceeds from each bottle go toward providing safe water to people in need. Learn about their Sustainability + Corporate Responsibility.

(Image source: Memobottle)

CLASSIC: Custom Notebook

Despite today’s digital age, notebooks are still a popular and essential workplace item. Notebooks will add sophistication to the gift experience, which can be balanced with some fun customization. Instead of just stamping a logo, you could add unique illustrations to a Denik notebook that emulate your company’s brand and get your new hires excited for their new company’s values. Learn about Denik’s Sustainability + Corporate Responsibility

(Image source: Denik)

CURVEBALL: Write, Save, Erase, Reuse

If your focus is on sustainable gift items, the Rocketbook provides that option for notebooks. The Rocketbook notebook is made with special paper that can be written on and erased for infinite reusability. Each includes a pen and microfiber towel for erasing, and can connect to cloud services through a QR code printed on its pages, for easy uploading and saving of notes. Learn about Rocketbook’s Sustainability + Corporate Responsibility.

(Image source: @getrocketbook)

CLASSIC: Commuter Backpack

What better way to welcome your new hires (especially if your office is opening back up) than a quality commuter backpack? Bellroy backpacks are a great option to gift your team members with sleek products manufactured sustainably by a Certified B Corporation. Learn more about Bellroy’s Sustainability + Corporate Responsibility.

(Image source: @bellroy)

CURVEBALL: Go Solar!

If you want to step up your backpack gifting game, the Voltaic Solar Backpack is an innovative, eco-friendly option. Made from recycled plastic bottles, it includes solar panels and a battery pack that can keep your phone and other devices charged wherever you are during the day. Learn about Voltaic’s Sustainability + Corporate Responsibility.

(Image source: @voltaicsystems)

Unique Gifts for Your New Hires