Published November 24, 2025
The holiday season is here, and NC IDEA is ready to help you find the perfect gifts for your loved ones!
We’re excited to share our 9th Annual Holiday Gift Guide, featuring unique products from North Carolina entrepreneurs who are part of the NC IDEA family. These locally crafted products not only make holiday shopping easier, but they also support startups and the spirit of entrepreneurship in our state.
We are big fans and believers in these products, and we’re pretty sure your gift recipients will be too!
For Foodies and Beverage Connoisseurs
Azoia
A gel to fuel you forward
Coco Fro
Non-dairy, freeze-dried, (n)ice cream bites
Darë Vegan Cheese
Artisan plant-based cheese
Devil’s Foot Beverage Company
Organic, low-sugar, non-alcoholic craft beverage alternatives
Dojo Fresh
Fresh, locally made plant-based food products. (Use code NCIDEA15 for 15% off any order. The code is limited to one use per person.)
Elaka Treats
Indian and Middle Eastern inspired, Cardamom-infused frozen desserts and flavor narrations
Full Moon Tea Company
Blending bold flavors, vibrant branding, and community connection into every cup
Grill Pinz
Innovative grilling accessory that holds food items together while grilling, instead of a toothpick
Haw River Mushrooms
Delicious, nutritious mushroom-based treats that make it easier to build this amazing functional food into your daily diet
Jabin Beverage Company
Persian sports beverage with only 7 natural ingredients
Matcha Nude
Clean, organic energy without the jitters
Piedmont Pennies
Cheese snacks with a Carolina kick
Queen’s Jollof Sauce
Making African culture accessible to everyone
Robert Rust Foods
Premium, handmade burritos and bowls
Spice Witch
Premium infused oils, honeys, and chili crisps, crafted to elevate home cooking with innovative flavors and effortless gourmet quality
Spring & Mulberry
Exploring a world of sweet beyond sugar starting with date-sweetened chocolate
Tom & Jenny’s
Dentist-crafted, delectable sugar-free caramels
Well Seasoned Table
Farm-grown seasonings, infused sugars & sea salts
For Improved Health, Beauty and Well Being
AlonTree Company
Rehabilitation devices and equipment for stroke victims by a stroke survivor
Blue Ridge Aromatics
Essential oils that are distilled in-house
CareHome Health Solutions
Improving medication compliance for seniors and caregivers
Core Snatcher
A unique exercise and physical therapy device
GreySun Technologies
A Wearable Breathalyzer With Associated iOS & Android App
inStryde
Custom foot orthotics designed to fit ANY shoe
MyPeriodPal
Achieve painless periods without the use of medication
Rebundle
Synthetic hair that is better for your scalp, and better for the environment
Three Strands Recovery Wear
Dedicated to enhancing the healing journey of post-surgical patients through their revolutionary product, the Resilience Bra, and additional loungewear garments
WeyeZE
A self-administered glasses kit to create accessible vision care for all
WH Farms
Premium hemp blends backed with a certificate of authenticity
For Parents and Their Children
Beeloo
Endless options of fun activity books for kids
GameFlo Inc
A gaming company on a mission to nurture imagination and make learning fun
Nurtured Nest
Improving outcomes for Millennials and Gen Z parents through online education
OTTER Reading
Hands-on tools to help students move from learning to mastery
Smart Girls HQ
STEM education, character and confidence-building resources for girls aged 3-12
STEM Plug
Blending story-based curriculum and hands-on building
Team Genius Squad
A S.T.E.M educational toy brand that promotes inclusivity for all learning styles and socioeconomic backgrounds
Zaria’s Milk
Homemade lactation treats, cookies and goods
For Pets
Botanical Bones
Clean label, nutrient-dense dog treats made with superfoods, adaptogens and lots of peanut butter
Oncotect
World’s first at-home cancer screening test for dogs
For the Home
Bloomify
Beautiful blooms from maintenance-free plants
Cicil
All natural rugs for home and habitat sustainably made in North Carolina
Spoonflower
Custom fabric, wallpaper and gift wrap from indie artists around the world
Wallwerx
Innovative, patented, storage and organizing products
For the Techie
Marla Amplification
High-quality, low-cost guitar amplifiers
Phase Dock
Universal WorkBench system that solves most electronics education, prototyping and project building challenges
For the Auto Enthusiast
Charvonia Designs
Billet Tie Downs offering a stronger, more useful, and better-looking option to the basic, factory tie downs that come on every truck
WheelPrice
Marketplace for enthusiasts to buy and sell wheels
For the Fashion Forward
Descalza
Clothing and statement pieces woven by artisans in Latino America and made to measure in NC
Fashivly
Online personal styling platform that’s building the future of shopping
Fun Mom Band
“Mom’s Fanny” denim pack that goes with everything, carries everything, and is proudly sewn in NC
LS Adaptive
Redefining adaptive apparel through innovation and empathy
Rite of Passage
A slow fashion label inspired by the darker, delicate details found in nature
Thrift Pony
Secondhand and vintage consignment in Charlotte, NC
Unbox the Dress
Transform your family wedding dress into heirlooms to love for a lifetime