Black Small Businesses Matter

03/04/2026

(Video Below 👇🏾 CC) The viral BBQ phrase “Tendernism,” popularized by Walter Johnson, is now under his control after an attorney transferred the trademark to him. The move comes after claims that Destination Smokehouse attempted to trademark the phrase without Johnson’s knowledge.

03/01/2026

Southern University in Baton Rouge just made history, graduating its largest-ever group of Black male nursing students. A total of 33 men now hold the distinction of being part of a groundbreaking class that’s shattering old barriers in healthcare education.

At a time when Black men remain vastly underrepresented in the nursing field, this class stands as a beacon of progress. Their success isn’t just a personal achievement — it’s a moment of inspiration for the next generation, proving that healthcare is a space for everyone, regardless of background.

This milestone at an HBCU is especially significant. The supportive environment at Southern University has helped these students not only break into a challenging field but also lead the way for others to follow. The real message? Representation matters, and the future of nursing is starting to look a lot more diverse.

03/01/2026

CIRCULATE BLACK DOLLARS!

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03/01/2026

BLACK HISTORY IS EVERYWHERE and EVERYDAY! BLACK HISTORY IS AMERICAN HISTORY! 🌙

03/01/2026

AS BLACK HISTORY MONTH COMES TO A CLOSE REMEMBER TO SUPPORT LOCAL BLACK BUSINESSES!!

03/01/2026

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03/01/2026

The project marks the first major development on Jefferson Street in nearly 20 years and includes housing, retail and small business space, with completion expected within two years. Leaders say the development builds on Jefferson Street’s legacy as a center of Black business and culture while creating new space for entrepreneurs.

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02/18/2026

This is more than a launch — this is legacy in motion. 🖤✨

A Black-owned diaper and wipes company is now available in Target stores nationwide, and that moment represents generations of resilience, innovation, and determination. From kitchen-table dreams to major retail shelves across America, this is what ownership looks like. This is what access looks like. This is what breaking barriers looks like.

Every package on those shelves carries more than a product — it carries pride, community support, and the power of representation in an industry where we have historically been underrepresented. It shows our children that entrepreneurship is possible. It shows aspiring founders that their ideas deserve space in major markets.

When we support Black-owned brands, we aren’t just making purchases — we’re building ecosystems, circulating dollars, and strengthening futures. Economic empowerment is generational empowerment.

Let’s celebrate the vision, the courage, and the excellence behind this milestone. 🛒👶🏾

Tag someone who believes in building wealth, ownership, and opportunity in our communities. Because this isn’t just business — this is history being written in real time.