At Bright Endeavors, we strive to have our pulse on what’s happening in our city to be able to take advantage of the amazing opportunities around us. We first connected with Taylor of The Haute Seeker about...

A southern native who still doesn’t love the cold, Nandia moved to Chicago in 2011 with her mom after her aunt got sick. After graduating high school and losing her aunt, Nandia headed back to...

Olivia is a vibrant and smart young woman who loves to laugh. She worked at the Bright Endeavors’ Job Training Program and was recently hired by our parent nonprofit New Moms. ‘New Moms helped to...

Go behind the scenes and get to know a few of our program participants and staff. Listen to these powerful stories and learn how young moms are investing in themselves and their families.

Bright Endeavors believes that stories unite us, and we aim to cultivate a community that slows down to cherish the everyday moments of motherhood. Together, we can create a space where these stories shine and...

We’ve curated our Holiday Gift Guide for you to inspire others with gifts that make an impact. All candles and diffusers are hand-poured by young moms in our paid job training program as they light...

Written by: Darjonae Nellem What comes to mind when you hear the phrase “restorative justice”? It’s possible that the idea of restorative justice that comes to mind, putting victims and offenders face to face, is...

As the summer season shifts to fall, now is the perfect time to incorporate subtle changes to your home decor. Redecorating your home to reflect the changing seasons is a fun way to take inspiration...

The Bright Endeavors team recently met to celebrate another great year! During an uncertain time, our team used our core values of flexibility, grit, and possibility to navigate the challenges of the pandemic and accomplish...