Rapper 2 Chainz is investing in the entrepreneurial dreams of HBCU students. According to Revolt the music artist—whose real name is Tauheed Epps—recently created a fund to provide financial support for students at historically Black colleges and universities who have…
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Google Donates $2.35 Million To Black-Owned Tech Companies In Atlanta
Amid the global health crisis, several initiatives have been unveiled to support Black-owned businesses that have been significantly impacted. Among the efforts is one being led by Google. The technology company announced it will donate $2.35 million to Black-owned, Atlanta-based…
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5 Black-owned coffee brands to support on National Coffee Day
Photo credit: Shutterstock.com / Rawpixel.com It’s National Coffee Day! It’s time to pour, blend, and enjoy up your favorite cup of coffee. Whether you like dark roasts. iced coffee or lattes, we encourage you to learn about and support Black-owned…
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Shaq, American Express Launch Program To Support Black-Owned Businesses
The COVID-19 pandemic has significantly impacted Black-owned businesses throughout the United States. A report released by the New York Fed revealed nearly half of small Black-owned businesses shuttered as a result of financial woes that stemmed from the public health…
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Beyoncé Donates $1 Million To Support Black Entrepreneurs
Songstress Beyoncé is furthering her efforts to support Black-owned businesses that have been significantly impacted by the public health crisis. According to Billboard, she recently donated $1 million to provide grants for Black entrepreneurs whose businesses are on the verge…
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People Are Shocked These Brands Aren’t Actually Black-Owned
Source: Jason Carter Rinaldi / Getty Some expectations have been shattered for people who advocate supporting Black-owned businesses after social media revealed certain brands aren’t wholly owned by Black people. SheaMoisture was one of the first to start trending on…
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Food Delivery Service ‘Black And Mobile’ Supports Black-Owned Eateries Amid Coronavirus Crisis
Business operation restrictions amid the coronavirus pandemic have ravaged many small businesses throughout the U.S. The food delivery service Black and Mobile is focusing on rallying around Black-owned eateries during the health crisis, Black Enterprise reported. The platform—which was founded…
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Black History Month: 6 Companies You Should Know
As we continue to celebrate the achievements of African-Americans during Black History Month, the folks over at WeWork have crafted a list of six Black-owned companies you should have on your radar. The collaborative office space not only provides offices…
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