Bright Endeavors

Bright Endeavors candles transform lives. 100% of sales supports our mission to provide job training to young moms.

As a social enterprise of New Moms, we are part of a mission to strengthen families by partnering with young moms as they progress toward housing stability, economic mobility, and family well-being. At Bright Endeavors, young moms engage in a comprehensive, paid job training program where they gain career skills, a professional network, and a set of tools to help them thrive in their chosen profes

07/24/2026

Look for our candles in the Obama Presidential Center gift shop! We are honored to provide custom candles featuring the critical values of "Empower. Connect. Inspire." Want to create your own custom candles for your gift shop or corporate event? Complete an inquiry form here: https://www.brightendeavors.org/pages/corporate-gifting

07/21/2026

From July 21-23, all Bright Endeavors wholesale orders on Faire are 15% off. It is a great time to stock up on candles, reed diffusers, and bath salts ahead of the holiday season. Every product is handcrafted by young moms building careers through our paid job training program, so what fills your shelves also supports their goals. Browse our full line here: https://faire.com/direct/brightendeavors

07/17/2026

Looking for a scent that feels like summer in a jar? The Heirloom Tomato candle brings the green, juicy smell of tomato vines straight from the garden into your home. Bright grapefruit kicks things off, followed by crisp leafy greens, and just a touch of rose to soften it all out. It’s fresh, earthy, and totally perfect for those warmer months when you want your space to smell as vibrant as the season. Get it now: https://www.brightendeavors.org/products/bright-lights-heirloom-tomato-candle

07/16/2026

Take a peek inside our Chicago studio, where young moms in our paid job training program handcraft and prepare candles for shipping around the US. Order now: https://www.brightendeavors.org

07/14/2026

Some fragrances are made for summer. Our Sugared Grapefruit candle combines grapefruit zest, tropical sweetness, and bright citrus for a fragrance that suits any room in the house. Available in three sizes, soy-based, and hand-poured by the young moms in our job training program. Available now at https://www.brightendeavors.org/products/sugared-grapefruit-candle

07/13/2026

Bright Endeavors will have a booth at the Renegade Craft Faire in Chicago's Logan Square this Saturday and Sunday. You can find our booth near Kedzie and Belden. Make sure to stop by, say hi, and browse our selection of fair-trade candles made by young moms in our paid job training program. We can't wait to meet you!

07/09/2026

Our Pear Citronella candle blends juicy pear, aromatic thyme, and citronella with notes of black pepper, currant, sage, cedar, and dark musk. Housed in an outdoor-safe metal vessel with a plantable seed paper topper, it burns for 40 hours and is hand-poured by the young moms in our job training program. Buy now: https://www.brightendeavors.org/products/pear-citronella

07/06/2026

Wedding season is here! Planning your bridal party gifts? Our custom candles let you add your wedding logo, colors, or monogram to create gifts your bridesmaids and groomsmen will actually keep. Every candle is handcrafted by young moms in our paid job training program. We make it easy to bring your vision to life with quick turnarounds and low minimums. Start planning your custom order today at brightendeavors.org.