The festive season isn’t just about celebration—it’s a unique opportunity for companies to reflect on their values and make a lasting impact. End-of-year corporate gifting offers a chance to spread joy among employees, clients, and communities, while also driving meaningful change.

More and more businesses are stepping away from traditional holiday gifts and transforming this simple gesture into a powerful tool for social good. The possibilities to reimagine holiday giving are endless, offering companies a chance to align their actions with their values.

This article highlights the inspiring efforts of 3 Belgian companies that made a difference by choosing their holiday gifts from UFB’s charity gift shop.

Their stories demonstrate how corporate giving can:

• • Delight employees and clients with meaningful, high-quality gifts that leave a lasting impression.
  • Empower vulnerable communities through impactful contributions that address real needs.
  • Put CSR commitments into practice by fostering deeper connections, goodwill, and a sense of shared purpose.

We hope their stories inspire you to reflect on your holiday giving and take your turn to make a difference this festive season.

Spreading cheer among teams across Belgium : Claeys & Engels longstanding partnership with UFB

Claeys & Engels, a leading Belgian law firm specializing in human resources and employment law, demonstrates how purposeful corporate giving can create transformative impact across communities while strengthening employee engagement.

With offices spanning Brussels, Antwerp, Ghent, Kortrijk, and Liège, the law firm has integrated solidarity gifts into their core employee appreciation strategy.

“What sets Claeys & Engels apart is their comprehensive approach to social impact,” notes Catherine Tricot, Executive Director at UFB. “Their commitment extends beyond the holiday season, with thoughtful engagement during key moments throughout the year, including Easter celebrations.”

Claeys & Engels provides UFB with a strategic, long-term partnership that amplifies our ability to drive meaningful change through vital social integration projects across Belgium.

Through their thoughtful approach to corporate giving, Claeys & Engels exemplifies how strategic social investment can:

• Catalyze local community transformation across multiple regions
• Deepen employee engagement through purpose-driven initiatives
• Generate sustainable social impact through consistent community investment
• Unite diverse office locations in a shared vision of positive change

RSM Belgium: Sharing values through meaningful giving

RSM Belgium brings together nearly 300  professionals across offices in Zaventem, Antwerp, Aalst, Mons, Charleroi and Liège, supporting middle-market organisations with audit, tax, accountancy, IT advisory, sustainability and transactions services. As part of the global RSM network in over 120 countries, the firm combines international expertise with strong local engagement.

Giving back to society is a core value at RSM Belgium.

For 2025, RSM Belgium partnered with UFB to offer Dandoy treats. A simple way to thank their people while supporting communities across Belgium. It’s not about the treat itself but about sharing a moment that reflects who they are and what they stand for.

“It was an easy way to make a real difference. Our teams loved the gesture, and it gave true meaning to our year-end message.” — RSM Belgium Representative

Spreading holiday joy beyond corporate walls: how an anonymous company supported community celebration food supply

In a remarkable demonstration of purposeful giving, an anonymous corporate donor chose to extend their holiday spirit beyond traditional corporate circles.

Through UFB’s solidarity gift program, they purchased 100 Galler chocolate Christmas balls to benefit CABA Jette, exemplifying how holiday giving can create meaningful community impact.

In 2024, CABA Jette provided food assistance to 290 families in 2024, recovering nearly 60,000 kg of surplus food and redistributing over 16,000 kg through its network. This innovative corporate giving approach supports local social enterprises while benefiting community organizations.

This initiative demonstrates how companies can reimagine their holiday giving strategy:

• Support vital community services during the festive season
• Create direct impact for vulnerable populations
• Extend joy beyond traditional corporate networks
• Build meaningful connections with local communities

“When companies think beyond traditional corporate gifting, they multiply their impact,” notes Catherine Tricot, Executive Director at UFB. “This kind of thoughtful giving creates compounding effects throughout our communities, especially during the holiday season

Make your holiday giving count

Make your corporate gifts truly meaningful with UFB’s curated collection of Belgian delicacies. Each purchase supports UFB’s work while delighting recipients with delicious treats.

Galler Chocolates: Belgian artisanal excellence with purpose

• Festive collections featuring premium Belgian chocolate
• Elegant Christmas balls filled with gourmet treats
• Beautiful gift boxes of mini chocolate bars
• Special edition holiday chocolates and seasonal selections.

Every UFB gift creates dual impact:

• Premium Belgian Products: Including renowned Galler chocolates and authentic Dandoy speculoos (sold out for 2025).
• Direct Social Impact: 100% of proceeds support UFB’s mission.

You also benefit from professional gift management with a streamlined ordering and delivery process.

Visit UFB’s charity gift shop or contact yelsen@ufb.be to transform your corporate giving into meaningful social change.

Order by 10 December to ensure timely holiday delivery. Free shipping on orders above €500 (excl. VAT).

Since 1972, United Fund for Belgium has been a catalyst for social integration, supporting over 3,000 associations and distributing more than €30 million to concrete social projects across Belgium.