Illinois Nut & Candy Donates Proceeds to Compass to Care Childhood Cancer Foundation

May 2, 2011 - PRLog -- Illinois Nut & Candy, proudly announces plans to donate a portion of its proceeds to Compass to Care Childhood Cancer Foundation.  Compass to Care is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization that is dedicated to scheduling and paying for the travel arrangements families require to seek the best cancer care for their children.

Illinois Nut & Candy is the largest Kosher candy store in the Midwest that also offers gluten free, lactose free, sugar free, organic and vegan-friendly candies. With a goal of making every customer experience ‘a sweet one’ Illinois Nut & Candy provides a wide array of custom confections, handmade chocolates, gourmet popcorn, gift baskets, party trays and bulk candy and nuts. The company’s high-quality indulgences can be custom-created for that perfect gift for friends, family or clients.  

To support the mission of Compass to Care, Illinois Nut & Candy has developed a program to donate 10% of any in store or online purchase when the buyer uses the promotion code Compass2Care. The funds will be used to help children travel for cancer care by enabling the foundation to pay for airfare, car rental, gasoline, lodging, meals, parking fees and taxi fees.

“We’re honored to work with Compass to Care,” commented David Levine, owner of Illinois Nut & Candy.  “Our relationship with Compass to Care is just one more way that we are giving back to the community,” he added.

“Illinois Nut & Candy’s generous support of Compass to Care will help us join the cancer journey of children who must travel for treatment,” commented Michelle M. Ernsdorff, founder and CEO of Compass to Care.  “We encourage anyone looking for a delicious treat to visit Illinois Nut & Candy, a company that is both socially-conscious and committed to our children’s well-being,” Ernsdorff concluded.

To have a portion of your purchase donated to support Compass to Care, please use promotion code: Compass2Care at www.RaisingTheCandyBar.com or in person at the Illinois Nut & Candy store located at 3745 Dempster Street in Skokie, IL.

About Illinois Nut & Candy
Illinois Nut & Candy, Home of Fantasia Confections, is the largest completely Kosher candy store in the Midwest. The company’s expansive varieties of nuts, dried fruit and candies are selected from around the globe. They are chosen for their superior freshness, taste and quality, which are evident from the first bite.

What truly distinguishes Illinois Nut & Candy is its dedication to the customer. They strive to exceed every customer’s expectations, whether when assisting with a gift selection, arranging a dessert table or helping find his/her next desired treat. Their goal is for all customers to have a sweet day, every day!  Visit us at www.RaisingTheCandyBar.com or at 3745 Dempster, Skokie, IL 60076.

About Compass to Care, The Mike & Sandy Ernsdorff Childhood Cancer Foundation
Compass to Care, The Mike & Sandy Ernsdorff Childhood Cancer Foundation is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization dedicated to scheduling and paying for the travel arrangements families require to seek the best cancer care for their children. Learn more at www.CompassToCare.org