Zoraida Ramirez

Hi, my name is Zoraida, and I’m working hard to keep my family afloat while building something meaningful for our future. I started my small business, ILLUMA Candles, in August 2024 with a dream: to create light, healing, and comfort for others through hand-poured candles. Every candle is made with care, and a portion of profits goes to support families in need. This business isn’t just about making candles — it’s about spreading warmth, hope, and joy. But right now, we are facing financial challenges that make it difficult to keep going. Between bills, family needs, and business expenses, it’s been hard to stay above water. I’ve invested personally in inventory, custom packaging, marketing, and pop-up supplies while trying to manage rent and personal expenses. I don’t want to give up on my dream or let my family go without, so I’m reaching out for support. How your contribution will help: • Cover essential bills and debts so my family stays safe and stable. • Pay off my business credit card and other business expenses so ILLUMA Candles can continue creating beautiful, high-quality candles. • Invest in custom packaging, marketing, and pop-up market supplies to grow the business and reach more customers. • Give us breathing room to move forward without constant stress, so we can focus on building a sustainable future. Every contribution, no matter the amount, makes a huge difference. If you can’t donate, please consider sharing this with your friends and community. Your support means the world to me and my family. Thank you for helping us keep the light shining, one candle at a time. Zoraida