Wellness programs are no longer just a box to check—they’re a powerful way for companies to show they genuinely care about their people. However, building a program that truly resonates takes more than good intentions. According to the Global Wellness Institute, 72% of organizations reported having a formal wellness program in place in 2025. Despite this, employee participation often falls below that threshold.
When done well, wellness programs can deliver strong returns. A recent Wellhub report found that most companies tracking ROI saw at least a 2:1 return. Similarly, a 2022 Avalere study showed a 47% average ROI for employer-sponsored efforts. Participation also rises with the right incentives—programs offering rewards like gift cards see engagement jump to 60–80%. Still, lasting impact requires thoughtful design and authentic messaging.
Still, unlocking these outcomes takes intentional design, authentic messaging, and the right motivators.
Why Wellness Programs Don’t Always Land
Even strong wellness programs can struggle when rewards feel generic or disconnected from what people actually want. Participation lags and impact are hard to measure. Over time, the program becomes underused.
What we hear:
- “We’ve tried rewards before, but they didn’t really move the needle.”
- “Our team is so diverse — it’s tough to pick a reward that works for everyone.”
- “We want to improve engagement, but we’re short on capacity.”
These are valid challenges, and a more adaptable approach can help.
Where Tillo Adds Value
We’re not here to reinvent your wellness program. We’re here to quietly strengthen it, making it easier to deliver rewards that feel relevant, thoughtful, and scalable.
Here’s how:
✨ More Choice, Less Friction
A wellness-forward rewards catalog means your team can choose what supports their well-being — fitness, mindfulness, nutrition, or something else entirely. When rewards are relevant, engagement follows.
🔍 Greater Visibility, More Confidence
With prepaid card controls and tracking, you can ensure rewards are used the right way, with less worry about misuse and more peace of mind.
⚡ Flexible Delivery, No Heavy Lift
We work with your existing systems. Whether you want to plug into an HR platform or start with simple link-based delivery, Tillo adapts to your timeline and needs.
Creating Space for Wellness — Without the Complexity
You don’t need to overhaul your strategy to improve wellness programs. Sometimes, a small shift, like giving people more autonomy over rewards, can have a significant impact.
We’ve seen teams improve participation, boost morale, and create a stronger sense of belonging simply by making rewards more meaningful and accessible.
If you’re thinking about how to evolve your wellness or recognition program, we’d love to share what’s working for others in your space — and hear about your goals.
Ready to get started?
Contact us to explore which solution is right for you and your team.
