Fly Little Bird sells an adorable collection of stuffed animals designed to inspire kindness, compassion and friendship. Each has a little felt birdie in their satchel to take on great adventures and learn to be brave.

Charity: 10% of proceeds from each purchase go to Donate Life America, which promotes life-saving organ and tissue donation.

Grace + Ivory sells stunning made-to-measure wedding gowns that brides-to-be can try on either at home, or at the showroom in Chicago. Every gown costs less than $2,500 and requires much less wait time than the wedding-industrial complex’s usual offerings.

Charities: Grace + Ivory donates 10% of proceeds from each dress sold to causes that champion women's safety, security, and personal and professional development.

LMH Experiences: Experts at corporate events. From in-person wine tastings to virtual game nights, and from cozy holiday parties to team-building events for 1,000 co-workers, LMH events always feature that special LMH spin.

Charities: For every event LMH Experience produces, the company makes a donation to an organization making a difference in the community.

Male Mogul Initiative sells clothing and art designed by young men of color who take part in its mentorship and entrepreneurship programs.

Cause: Male Mogul Initiative has worked with hundreds of young people who live and lead in some of Chicago’s toughest neighborhoods.

Meliora Cleaning Products, a Certified B Corporation, makes effective, people- and planet-friendly cleaning products for household cleaning, laundry, and your body.

Causes: Meliora Cleaning Products donates 2% of annual sales to environmental and local social nonprofit organizations. As a member of 1% for the Planet, at least 1% goes to environmental causes.

Monarch Thrift Shop in Avondale provides quality merchandise in a boutique environment. All proceeds benefit vulnerable populations.

Cause: Monarch Thrift Shop maximizes social impact by rebuilding lives, breaking the cycles of youth homelessness, and reducing recidivism. Additionally, in partnership with One Heart One Soul, Monarch runs a certification program that prepares young people who have experienced homelessness for jobs in retail.

Nico’s Organics creates and sells organic, vegan, all-natural skincare and body care products to enhance your life - all made in small batches, with love.

Cause: Nico’s Organics donates calming and comforting products to enhance the quality of life for hospice patients.

Pigment International™ is a multi-media arts platform that evangelizes for Black art, curation, and innovation. Based in Chicago, the organization uses arts journalism to advance the Black contemporary aesthetic in the visual arts. They create customized programming that sparks dialogue and inspires their constituents. They are the publishers of Pigment Magazine and founders of Black Fine Art Month.

Cause: Pigment International uses arts journalism and programming to support the careers of early- and mid-career Black artists.

Pittie Clothing Company is a dog-lover’s dream! They sell collars, bandanas, and pajamas, all specially made to fit your pit bull pal – and if you’re feeling extra cozy, you can get a matching set for yourself!

Charities: Booker Fund, Chicago Animal Control, rescue organizations throughout the U.S.

Pup Pawnaderia bakes all-natural, Mexican-inspired dog treats — from churros for canines to chips and salsa.

Causes: Pet shelters and organizations that help Chicago’s Latinx community.

Rags of Honor sells T-shirts and sweatshirts designed and silk screened by homeless and unemployed veterans.

Cause: Providing a living wage, continuing education and training so at-risk veterans can survive and thrive in civilian life.

Located in Lincoln Park, Salon Edda has donated to the Active Transport Alliance and the American Breast Cancer Foundation, and has partnered with the University of Chicago to support Polished Pebbles. Salon Edda is in the process of setting up a system to donate to local charities regularly.

Charities: Active Transport Alliance, American Breast Cancer Foundation, Polished Pebbles.

Slow Made sells non-toxic candles made from renewable coconut wax and pure essential oils, delivered in recyclable & compostable packaging.

Cause: Slow Made incorporates sustainability wherever it can, from using renewable and sustainable coconut oil instead of petroleum-derived paraffin, to shipping in recycled or recyclable and compostable packaging. Slow Made believes in giving back to social and environmental causes and has made contributions to the following organizations: DigDeep, Reclaim Black Friday, The Loveland Foundation, Covid-19 Response Fund, The Trust of Public Land, One Tree Planted.

Southside Blooms is a farm-to-vase florist that also sells raw honey, honey candles, greeting cards, and holiday wreaths. Young men from some of Chicago’s toughest neighborhoods grow the flowers using solar power in organic gardens that once were vacant lots.

Cause: Providing job training and creating sustainable employment for at-risk youth.

Southside Grinds sells roasted coffee beans and freshly brewed coffee, providing high-quality caffeination on Chicago’s South Side.

Cause: Creating local jobs and supporting South Side nonprofit organizations like the YWCA.

Star Farm Chicago sells produce from its urban farm at markets and pop-ups, and also offers community-supported agriculture subscriptions, houseplants, specialty pantry items, and raised-garden builds.

Causes: Empowering women, engaging youth, and offering jobs, vocational training, and horticultural therapy to people with disabilities and other people working to overcome employment barriers.

The Work Spot is a custom apparel print shop that puts your creations on T-shirts, hoodies, hats, and more.

Cause: Creating jobs and building community on the South Side of Chicago.

Unique Sweets hires young people on the autism spectrum to make fresh and high-quality cupcakes, cakes, and other sweets and treats made with all-natural ingredients and love.

Cause: Providing employment and jobs skills training to young people with autism.

At Veteran Roasters, veterans roast small batches of coffee; pack it up as whole beans, ground coffee, K-cups, and fraction packs; and ship it to coffee lovers across America.

Cause: Providing employment, training, and community for military veterans who have struggled with transitioning to civilian life.

WE Events’ motto: “Have fun & do good.” The team plans and executes parties from showers to birthdays. They also build and Rent backdrops, and create stunning balloon installations. They donate a portion of every sale to local nonprofits.

Charities: WE Events supports small Chicago nonprofits that focus on children, wellness, animal rescue, empowering young people, and community services.