These are 10 creative ways people can support Black-owned businesses, starting TODAY!

1. USE BLACK-OWNED MANUFACTURERS,
SUPPLIERS OR WHOLESALERS.
This is a “one and done” decision. Find a Black-owned supplier or
manufacturer of items you sell that’s a good fit and use them
exclusively. Try www.blacksuppliers.com for starters.

2. BUY BLACK WITH RECURRENT
PRODUCTS/SERVICES.
You know your routine. There are some errands that are staples in
our lives whether it's a monthly oil change, weekly dry cleaning,
quarterly spa treatment, doctor visits etc. Use a BOB for one (or
more) of these residual visits. Try www.blackdoctor.org and
www.spaindex.com/Lifestyles/AfricanAmerican.html

3. VOLUNTEER WITH A BLACK-OWNED
NON-PROFIT.
Time is money- and hiring someone can get costly. Volunteer with a
Black-owned organization. Offer your expertise to a panel. Ask
where you'd be best served. Get the family involved. Make it a family
weekend outing -with a cause.

4. CHOOSE AN ORGANIZATION TO
FUND EACH MONTH.
If you don't have the time to spend, send money. It can be as little as
$25/month. It helps a worthwhile cause. It’s tax deductible. It’s
supporting your community. That’s a WIN-WIN-WIN!

5. HOST MEETINGS AT A BLACK-
OWNED BUSINESS.
Have your client meet you for coffee at a Black-owned cafe.
Host your next book club meeting at a Black-owned restaurant.
This knocks out 2 birds with one stone! When you and your
guest order drinks WHAM, you’ve supported a BOB...twice!

6. REDIRECT COMPANY CHARITABLE
GIVING.donations to non-profit
Many corporations give charitable
organizations. Usually it’s an employee who recommends which
organization. Why not suggest a black owned organization to give
these funds? Find out how your company operates and suggest a Black
non-profit organization.

7. CREATE STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIPS.
Collaborate with Black-owned businesses in a way that will
benefit both parties. Create strategic partnerships- symbiotic
relationships.

8. USE A BLACK-OWNED BUSINESS ON
VACATION.
There are TONS of Black-owned hotels and resorts around the
world! Find a hotel or resort and plan your trip around it. Try
www.nabhood.com or www.soulofamerica.com/ for starters!

9. PURCHASE GIFTS FROM BLACK
OWNED BUSINESSES.
Birthdays, anniversaries, and holidays come around all the
time. Commit to using a Black-owned bakery for your next
birthday party. Try a Black-owned store to buy all your holiday
cards for your family. Get creative!

10. START A BLACK OWNED BUSINESS!
There’s no other surefire way of supporting a Black-owned
business than starting one! A good one will attract customers
(to support). As a business owner are inherently creating
supporters.

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