Company Profile
New Moms
Company Overview
At New Moms, we’re on a mission to empower young moms and their families to thrive and build brighter futures. Through innovative housing, job training, and family support programs, we serve hundreds of families each year across Chicagoland.
Our social enterprise, Bright Endeavors, is where New Moms' mission truly shines. Behind the company's popular collection of artisanal scented candles are motivated moms in our paid job training program, learning comprehensive skills, gaining confidence, and forging their career paths.
Our social enterprise, Bright Path, provides expert consulting to strengthen human services organizations—helping them innovate, grow, and better serve their communities. Together, we’re creating change that matters.
Company History
In 1983, our founder, Ellen Kogstad, saw a need in her neighborhood — young moms lacking the support of their communities. From there, she took action, starting with the simple act of gathering and distributing diapers and formula from the trunk of her car. Within five years, New Moms outgrew the small church where it began, incorporating and adding a housing service, creating the first housing program for young mothers in Chicago. Four decades later, New Moms has expanded to support young families throughout Chicagoland beyond Housing, including Job Training, and Family Support, and Academic Coaching programs. These programs are designed specifically for young moms, with their input and goals in mind.
Benefits
We care about the well-being of our team and are proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package, including:
-Medical insurance with generous employer contribution
-Dental and vision insurance
-Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
-Short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance – 100% employer-paid
-Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for free counseling and resources
-Generous paid time off, as well as 15 paid holidays and half days on Fridays during the summer
-403b retirement plan with employer match
-Pre-tax transportation benefits
-Professional development stipends and support
-Discounts on Bright Endeavors products
-Free spiritual direction services