Ascension Mixer Connects D.C. Interns, Future Black Leaders

Jul 14, 2025 | Business, Leadership

Amid a divided nation and federal cuts to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI),  the Institute for Responsible Citizenship’s Ascension Internship Program gathered dozens of Washington-area interns on June 27 to network, build lasting bonds, and spark conversations...

Melanin Market Unites Over 150 Black Businesses During Juneteenth Celebration In Jacksonville

Jun 16, 2025 | Business, Events, History

With Juneteenth just days away, the Jacksonville community is kicking things off in a big way. More than 150 Black-owned businesses lined the street of A Philip Randolph Boulevard Outeast Saturday. It’s all a part of the Melanin Market Juneteenth Celebration. Black...

Applications For $100K Grant Opens For Black-Owned Businesses In Kansas City

May 19, 2025 | Business

A local organization has opened applications for a $100,000 grant for Black-owned businesses in Kansas City, Missouri. Kansas City Generating Income for Tomorrow announced on Monday, May 19, that it has officially opened applications for its most substantial...

Ride For Equity: 1,600-Mile Bike Trek From Tulsa To NYC To Power Black Business Ownership

May 19, 2025 | Business

Black Leaders Detroit has launched another initiative to work toward its equity goals. With the new 2025 Ride for Equity, registrants can take part in a group cycling event set to raise money for equitable funding practices for African American entrepreneurs and...

Get Good Groceries At These Black-Owned Supermarkets

Apr 14, 2025 | Business

Black-owned businesses need support because it leads to economic empowerment, community sustainability, and long-term growth. This is also the case when it comes to our food source. Our financial support of Black grocers enables economic self-sufficiency, employment...

Founders Of Black Brands Adapting Their Hopes And Business Plans

Apr 7, 2025 | Business, Diversity

Pound Cake and Puzzles of Color are among the small businesses whose owners are rethinking their plans as major U.S. companies weaken their diversity, equity and inclusion programs. The initiatives mostly date from the end President Donald Trump’s first term and...