Company Letterhead
{{company_name}}
{{company_address}}
Phone: {{phone}}
Email: {{email}}
Website: {{website}}
Date and Employee Information
{{date}}
Employee Name: {{employee_name}}
Employee ID: {{employee_id}}
Department: {{department}}
Address: {{employee_address}}
Subject
NOTICE REGARDING CHRISTMAS BONUS ELIGIBILITY
Salutation
Dear {{employee_name}},
Purpose of Notice
This letter serves to formally inform you regarding your eligibility for the annual Christmas Bonus for the financial year ending {{year}}.
Bonus Eligibility Criteria
As per company policy ({{policy_name}}, Section {{section_number}}), the Christmas Bonus is awarded to employees who meet specific criteria, which typically include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Completion of a minimum of {{months}} months of continuous service within the qualifying period ({{start_date}} to {{end_date}}).
- Maintaining a satisfactory performance rating of {{minimum_performance_rating}} or higher during the appraisal period.
- Not being subject to any active disciplinary proceedings, or having received any formal disciplinary actions within the last {{months}} months.
- Being actively employed on the date of bonus disbursement ({{disbursement_date}}).
Reason for Ineligibility
Upon review of your employment records and in accordance with the established criteria, we regret to inform you that you do not meet the requirements for the Christmas Bonus for the current year. The specific reason for your ineligibility is: {{reason_for_ineligibility}}.
Examples of reasons include: completion of service period (e.g., less than 6 months of employment), performance rating below threshold, active disciplinary action, or employment status on the disbursement date.
Further Clarification
We understand that this news may be disappointing. Should you wish to discuss this matter further or seek clarification regarding the company's bonus policy, please schedule an appointment with {{HR_representative_name}} in the Human Resources Department at your earliest convenience. You can reach them at {{HR_contact_number}} or {{HR_email_address}}.
Looking Forward
We highly value your contributions to {{company_name}} and encourage you to continue striving for excellence. We remain committed to supporting your professional growth and look forward to your continued dedication to the company's success.
Closing
Sincerely,
Signature Block
{{HR_manager_name}}
Human Resources Manager
{{company_name}}
Date: {{signature_date}}
Related templates
Tuition Reimbursement Policy
Enterprise-grade policy document with purpose, scope, definitions, procedures, responsibilities, compliance monitoring, and revision history — fully editable and ready for executive sign-off.
Employee Discount Program
Enterprise-grade policy document with purpose, scope, definitions, procedures, responsibilities, compliance monitoring, and revision history — fully editable and ready for executive sign-off.
Disability Insurance Policy
Enterprise-grade policy document with purpose, scope, definitions, procedures, responsibilities, compliance monitoring, and revision history — fully editable and ready for executive sign-off.
Long Service Award Policy
Enterprise-grade policy document with purpose, scope, definitions, procedures, responsibilities, compliance monitoring, and revision history — fully editable and ready for executive sign-off.