National Employee Benefits Day, which falls on April 2 this year, serves as a good reminder for employers to step back and evaluate how well their benefits offerings support employee well-being, engagement, and productivity. Originally established by the International Foundation of Employee Benefits Plans (IFEBP), the day is recognized by employers, human resources professionals, benefits administrations, insurance providers, and more. We’ll cover the top benefits trends and hot topics you should consider to ensure that your offerings meet employee expectations, business goals, and legal requirements.

IFEBP’s Focus This Year: “Benefits That Give Back”

This year, the IFEBP is encouraging organizations to “foster a stronger culture of volunteerism and giving back within your organization,” highlighting the importance of connection, community, and purpose in benefits programs. You can find more data and resources on the organization’s website, including, for example, 25 ways your organization can give back, and eye-opening data. For example:

• 87% of workers said workplace volunteer opportunities impact their decisions to stay with their current employer or look for new opportunities elsewhere (based on Deloitte survey results in 2024); and
• 13.2 hours of paid volunteer or community service leave hours were offered, on average, by corporate employers surveyed by IFEBP in 2024.

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