Give the Gift of Illinois With This Prairie State Gift Guide
Illinois is one of those states that produces everything from soybeans and corn to swine and sorghum. It’s also home to the world’s largest bottle of ketchup. Whether you love the Prairie State for its agricultural variety, or you simply want to spread a little extra Christmas cheer from the Land of Lincoln this season, take a peek at our Illinois Gift Guide to find something special for everyone on your shopping list.
Bright Endeavors Candles
You can’t go wrong with candles at Christmas time, and Bright Endeavors is the perfect place to wrap up your holiday shopping list. In addition to crafting beautiful candles in fragrances such as almond berry galette, holiday citrus and whitebark pine, this company employs young moms through a paid job training program. Through offering professional skill training and transitional jobs, Bright Endeavors provides a valuable stepping stone to help mothers in the Chicago area improve their lives and futures.
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