Thoughtful Gifts for Essential Workers

During the holiday season, we’re all about giving tips or small gifts to the people that make our lives a little easier. But with the current health crisis, it’s more important than ever to show our appreciation to all the essential workers that are keeping the world going. The best part? You don’t have to spend a fortune to give thanks. From the nurses, doctors and other health care workers battling COVID-19 to the grocery store employees and food delivery people ensuring we have enough to eat, there are lots of people that deserve our gratitude. Before giving anything, check with the worker or the place they work at to make sure they’re allowed to receive tips or tokens. And try to give to as many unsung heroes as your budget will allow. We’re talking teachers, police officers, mail carriers, bus drivers, garbage collectors…you get the idea. As part of our #WeSayThanks campaign where we pay tribute to all the essential workers out there, we complied a gift guide with great options at truly affordable prices. (You can recognize all their hard work for as little as $8.) See the slideshow above for thoughtful gift ideas to show all the essential workers in your life some love. Join Evolve Media’s #WeSayThanks campaign to show support to essential workers and thank them for their selfless acts of kindness and heroism. To learn how to get involved, please visit https://www.evolvemediallc.com/wesaythanks/ for more information.

Gifts for Essential Workers

Kalastyle

Swedish Dream Soap and Hand Cream Set, $10.50 at Anthropologie

This set will help heal dry, irritated skin after all that handwashing and sanitizer reapplying.
Parachute

Quilted Slippers in Stone, $39 at Parachute

Like pillows for feet, these cushioned slippers provide relief after a stressful day.
Jonathan Adler

Acapulco Jet Set Candle, $28 at Jonathan Adler

Can’t afford to send them on a tropical vacation? This pineapple, red currant, apple, musk and blonde woods candle is the next best thing.
Redwood Coastal Design

Succulent Planters With Living Plants, $14.99 at Etsy

The perfect plant to jazz up any home office.
West Elm

Dominoes Coffee Table Game, $19.99 at West Elm

Because everyone needs a (fun) way to unwind at the end of the day.
Godiva

Assorted Coffee, Ground, Set of 3, $36 at Godiva

Featuring Chocolate Truffle, Caramel and Hazelnut Crème, any coffee lover will love this trio.
S'well

Elan Reusable Insulated Water Bottle, $35 at S’well

Help them stay hydrated with this cool geometric bottle. It keeps beverages cold for 41 hours or hot for 18 hours.
W&P

Porter Utensil Set, $20 at Anthropologie

This set, including the slim silicone carrying case, is enough to make anyone eat healthy.
Lush

Sleepy Little Box of Slumbers, $17.95 at Lush

Give the gift of a good night’s sleep with this dreamy pair. The brand’s best-selling Sleepy scent features calming lavender, sweet tonka and sensual ylang ylang. And the body lotion soothes skin thanks to oat milk and lavender, while hydrating butters smooth things out.
Mophie

Powerstation Mini (Fabric) in Navy Blue, $39.95 at Zagg

In these trying times, it’s important for all of us to stay in touch. This universal battery will ensure their phones stay charged on the go.
UncommonGoods

Drumstick Pens, $8 at UncommonGoods

A writing implement and stress reliever in one.
Modern Picnic

The Snacker in Beige, $49 at Modern Picnic

Consider this a lunchbox for adults. The insulated pouch is great for toting snacks anywhere and everywhere.
Sugarfina

Champagne Bears, $8.95 at Sugarfina

A sweet treat for after hours.
Case Mate

AirPods Tough Case in Red, $20 at Case-Mate

A waterproof and drop-proof case to carry AirPods on a bag, backpack or keychain.