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As social and political unrest swept across our nation after the documented murder of George Floyd, we were left not only with the feeling of extreme grief for someone who could have been our father, uncle, brother, or partner, but with the all too real knowledge that this was in no way an isolated event, and that our lives matter less only because we are Black.
From this grief and ever present trauma, we have also been inspired. Read more.
Black-Owned Businesses
Black Exchange features a robust marketplace of 60+ Black-owned businesses. New businesses will be featured on site weekly. Fill out the form at the bottom of the business pages to submit your brand.
Featured Businesses
Base Butter
Crowdsourced skincare products that are easy to use and yield results through simple formulas that safely improve the overall health of the skin for immediate protection and long-term results.
PUR Home
PUR Home was created by Angela Richardson. The company sells natural, non-toxic Eco-Friendly Laundry Detergents and Household Cleaners. They select organic and raw ingredients that are plant-based, biodegradable and low toxic.
Stella & Haas
Stella and Haas makes minimal gold- and silver-tone pieces that are easy to mix and match. The brand has an impressive collection of hoops, bracelets, and necklaces and favors the brand’s Old English Zodiac necklace for its customizable, personal touch.
News
How this Black restaurateur grew his business during the pandemic
For the last five-years, Faulcon has owned and operated Home Maid, a boutique-style restaurant that is a go-to spot for delicious weekend brunch. During the pandemic, Faulcon not only quickly pivoted his popular brunch location to carry-out service only, but took some time to rebrand and renovate the location of another one of his businesses, Cloudy Donut.
Biden revives push to put Harriet Tubman on the $20 bill after Trump shelved it
The Biden administration will revive the push to make Harriet Tubman the face of a new $20 bill, an effort that was shelved during Donald Trump’s term.
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Race Forward
Race Forward's mission is to catalyze movement building for racial justice. In partnership with communities, organizations, and sectors, they build strategies to advance racial justice in our policies, institutions, and culture. Founded in 1981, Race Forward brings systemic analysis and an innovative approach to complex race issues to help people take effective action toward racial equity.