500+ Black-Owned Businesses to Support Near You

All week on our Instagram stories we’ve been highlighting Black-owned businesses as an easy way to vote with your dollars and support deserving small businesses. This began after sharing a personal post on Instagram and Facebook and reading an article noting that, over the last 30 years, independent Black-owned businesses have declined sharply and Black women face significant barriers to funding. That’s unacceptable, and we wanted to help.

After featuring a few favorites, you flooded our DMs with recommendations. Dozens quickly became hundreds, spanning categories from home and food to fashion, beauty, travel, weddings, and business services. We’re still working through your amazing suggestions, and below you’ll find more than 500 Black-owned shops and makers organized by category so you can shop, gift, or explore as you like. Most offer nationwide shipping, and where locations were shared, we’ve noted them so you can find local options if you prefer to shop in person.

Over the last week I’ve connected with many of these makers directly. Their reactions to traffic spikes and sold-out items have been emotional — they often can’t believe the sudden support. Many of these entrepreneurs were struggling during the pandemic; increased orders and attention are making a meaningful difference. Thank you to everyone who is lifting these businesses up — your purchases and shares are having a real impact.

None of the links below are affiliate links. Purchases go straight to the makers and small businesses. This project isn’t a one-week effort for us — we plan to continue growing this list, feature these shops in gift guides for holidays and special occasions, and highlight them across the blog, podcast, and Instagram stories.

If you’re currently unable to buy, sharing a favorite shop with friends or on social media can be just as helpful. If an item is sold out, consider returning later — many makers are restocking as quickly as possible.

Now for the fun part: the shops. I’ve ordered many items this week and will share arrivals on Instagram stories, so stay tuned!

Furniture & Decor

• Batiqua (#5): Handmade fair-trade batik textiles—pillows, table runners, and more.
• BLK Market Vintage: Curated Black curiosities, heirlooms, and collectibles (Brooklyn, NY).
• Bolé Road Textiles (#1): Handwoven vibrant home decor from Ethiopia (Brooklyn, NY).
• Bonjourdyn: Graphic artist creating woven wall hangings in varied textures and colors (Jacksonville, FL).
• Clare Paint: Streamlined online paint shopping with curated colors and pre-painted test swatches.
• Coco & Seed: Indoor garden kits, mugs, and coasters for plant lovers.
• Cultivated: Housewares, gifts, and apparel with virtual shopping sessions (Westminster, MD).
• Don’t Sleep Interiors: Home decor and mugs celebrating Black history (Atlanta, GA).
• Dressing Rooms Interiors Studio: Vintage and global furnishings (Charlotte, NC).
• ECOVIBE: Environment-focused housewares and apparel (Portland, OR).
• Estelle Colored Glass (#3): Colorful, modern handblown glass accessories (South Carolina).
• Expedition SubSahara: Senegalese home goods supporting girls’ education (St. Louis, MO).
• 414loral: Grassroots floral initiative and subscriptions (Milwaukee, WI).
• Greenhouse Mercantile: Kitchenware, apothecary, and maker-focused goods (Newnan, GA).
• Grounded Plants (#6): Houseplants and plant subscriptions shipped to your door.
• Hortiki Plants: Eco-friendly gardening kits (Washington, DC).
• Hubbard Design Group: Nationwide interior design studio with furniture and textile collections (Chicago, IL).
• ISPACI: Unique sustainable pillow designs (Los Angeles, CA).
• Jacob Willard Home: Restored vintage furniture and unique finds (Seattle, WA).
• Janine Lecour: Surface pattern designer with fabrics, wallpaper, and home goods (Atlanta, GA).
• Jungalow: Signature colorful furnishings and curated global goods (Los Angeles, CA).
• Linoto: Linen bedding, towels, and curtains (Buchanan, NY).
• Mariya Elenor Designs: Dyed fabric tapestries and accessories.
• Mi Cocina: Denim kitchen textiles like aprons and napkins (San Francisco, CA).
• The Milaya Project: Hand-embroidered bed and home textiles by South Sudanese women.
• Naked Clay Ceramics: Textural black stoneware and porcelain tableware (Bedfordshire, England).
• Nicole Crowder Upholstery (#2): Custom furniture, pillows, and upholstery workshops (Washington, DC).
• Pen & Thimble: Reusable placemats, napkins, and snack bags (Amherst, MA).
• Post 21 (#4): Mother-daughter shop highlighting Black-owned home and body brands.
• Pottery by Osa: Handmade terra cotta pottery (Baton Rouge, LA).
• Reflektion Design: African textile-inspired baskets and tableware (LA & Atlanta).
• Re-Invintage: Vintage and upcycled furniture and home decor (Columbia, SC).
• SampleHAUS: Pottery and decor repurposed from interior design waste (Los Angeles, CA).
• Sibbotery: Ritual pottery and ceramics (Austin, TX).
• Sierra Clay Art: Rustic pottery with a portion of proceeds to Campaign Zero (Lake Tahoe, CA).
• Soukie Modern: Moroccan rugs and global home goods (Palm Springs, CA).
• Suri and Caya: Fiber art—pillows, baskets, and wall hangings (Brooklyn, NY).
• Sustainable Home Goods: Ethical, fair-trade homewares (Atlanta, GA).
• Tal & Bert: Hand-poured concrete planters and vessels (Pittsburgh, PA).
• Vintage Flicker: Curated vintage dishware and decor (Boston, MA).
• Woodward Throwbacks: Salvage and reclaimed woodworking projects (Detroit, MI).
• Vixon Sullivan Art: Pottery and jewelry including planters and pitchers.
• xN Studio: Modern home goods using traditional textiles and techniques (Brooklyn, NY).
• Yaël & Valérie: High-end Haitian fabrics, housewares, and wallpaper.
• Yowie: Curated housewares and small-batch collections (Philadelphia, PA).
• The Zen Succulent: Modern terrariums, plant crafts, and online ordering (Raleigh & Durham, NC).

Clothing & Accessories

• A Herd Of Bison: Bespoke garments and moccasins with cultural messages (Houston, TX).
• A Leap Of Style: Women’s fashion rich in bold colors and patterns.
• Afram Stone Co: Clothing, candles, and shea butter beauty care inspired by Ghanaian roots (Richmond, VA).
• Art of Homage: Modern faith-based clothing and accessories (Arlington, TX).
• Beacon Threads: Christian family apparel (Maryland).
• Big Blinks and More: Hair, lashes, purses, sunglasses, and clothes (Memphis, TN).
• Brasérie: Stylish bra straps for strapless bras (Danville, CA).
• Brauxiliary: Pumping accessory compatible with your own bra (Charlotte, NC).
• Bunni & Glo: Handmade headbands, turbans, and masks (Dallas, TX).
• by Iman Akilah: Chic clothing for curvy women (Atlanta, GA).
• BYNDR Leather Goods: Purses, wallets, and accessories (Dallas, TX).
• C&L Fine Goods Boutique: Husband-and-wife owned clothing boutique (Kankakee, IL).
• The Catch: Curated global finds from the founder’s travels (Detroit, MI).
• Charissa Renee: Veteran-turned-seamstress creating beautiful dresses (Kansas).
• Circa 7 (#4): Clothing focused on mental health awareness with charitable giving.
• Clutch 89 (#5): Handmade wallets and clutches (Dallas, TX).
• DAM Fashions: Ready-to-wear classic women’s clothing (Pennsylvania).
• Dead Center Vintage: Curated vintage clothing and home goods (Wichita, KS).
• Designs by Dij: Empowering graphic designs across apparel and accessories.
• District of Clothing (#6): Comfortable clothing promoting progress and self-love (Washington, DC).
• Equris: Christian streetwear with clothing and accessories.
• Ichiakor Designs: Clutches, headbands, and bowties (Richmond, VA).
• Fly Nerd Apparel: Quirky casual clothing (Baltimore, MD).
• Geek Chic Fashion: Ethically made, size-inclusive apparel for women in STEM (Pittsboro, NC).
• GESAMARI: Natural-fiber bags and accessories with environmental focus (Virginia).
• Hats by Bunn: Handmade hats, a Harlem favorite for decades (New York, NY).
• Holland Cox: Limited-edition handmade bags, patterns, and sewing lessons (Washington, DC area).
• Keechii B Style: Modern handbags for everyday use (Raleigh, NC).
• Live On A Pretty Penny: DIY-oriented neutral apparel (Atlanta, GA).
• Love Iguehi: Bold African Ankara print apparel (Oakland, CA).
• The Minnesota Pins: Enamel pins and accessories (Minneapolis, MN).
• Minted by Loco: Handcrafted headbands and masks.
• No Punching Bag: Fashion designers focused on women’s social change (Winston-Salem, NC).
• Now Boarding: Handmade clutches and accessories using global materials (Indianapolis, IN).
• Odin Leather Goods: Leather bags and belts handmade in Texas (The Colony, TX).
• Onion Cut & Sew: Customizable colorful dresses by Whitney Mero.
• Philly Bra Lady: Personalized mobile bra fittings (Philadelphia, PA).
• Pluck’d Designs: Reflective clothing for safety and style (London, UK).
• Queen of Spades Boutique: Head wraps and hair accessories for curly textures (Silver Spring, MD).
• Quindecim Red: Apparel for men, women, and kids focused on empowerment.
• Roam Vintage: Curated vintage fashion (Los Angeles, CA).
• Rochelle Porter Design: Bold activewear prints (Atlanta, GA).
• RuvaAfricWear (#1): African fashion and art (Minneapolis, MN).
• Schnelle Cares: Custom masks with charitable donations (Boston, MA).
• Sweet Skins Hemp: Durable hemp clothing (Eugene, OR).
• Talley & Twine: Quality watches and timepieces (Portsmouth, VA).
• Texstyle: Handbags and masks made from Nigerian fabrics (Memphis, TN).
• Threadleaf: Responsibly made fashion-forward clothing (Alexandria, VA).
• The Tiny Closet: Minimalist handmade clothing (Los Angeles, CA).
• Toshi’s Totes and More: Custom totes and yoga mat carriers (Dover, DE).
• Tree Fairfax: Timeless leather goods (Roanoke, VA).
• Truth & Gold (#2): Lifestyle brand mixing parenthood and activism through clothing.
• Vik VarWoo: Skirts, tees, bags, and masks with bold style.
• West London Boutique (#3): Romantic clothing and jewelry (New Orleans, LA).
• Zumi: Fair-trade, handmade clothing and home goods (Des Moines, IA).

Jewelry & Crystals

• A is for Avery: Minimalist handmade clay earrings and woven wall hangings (Ann Arbor, MI).
• Agape GEMS: Gemstone and precious metal jewelry celebrating women’s resilience (Atlanta, GA).
• Aisha Likes It: Afrobohemian jewelry with ethically sourced materials (Philadelphia, PA).
• Audacious Reign Designs: Lettered goods and handmade jewelry (Birmingham, AL).
• Aquarian Thoughts: Delicate gemstone and statement rings.
• Bobbi Made This: Funky one-of-a-kind polymer clay earrings.
• BR Design Co: Sister-owned polymer clay jewelry and accessories (Charleston, SC).
• Browneyed Capricorn (#5): Dainty, minimalist jewelry made with quality materials (Goose Creek, SC).
• Candid Art Accessories: Jewelry and home decor inspired by African visual culture (Oakland, CA).
• Cosmic Crystal Box: Monthly crystal subscription box.
• Creteation (#3): Cement, leather, and acrylic jewelry and storage (Dallas, TX).
• Gigi Does: Stone bracelets, waist beads, and crystals.
• Heron and Lamb: Timeless jewelry designed to be heirloom pieces (Chicago, IL).
• House of Enchantment: Handcrafted candles, jewelry, and apparel (Jonesboro, GA).
• ib Designs: Nature-inspired handcrafted jewelry (St. Croix, USVI).
• It Beads Like That: Handmade beaded necklaces and earrings (Upper Marlboro, MD).
• Keesha Makes (#4): Colorful handmade earrings.
• Krystal Festerly: Jewelry and home goods incorporating dried botanicals (Riverside, CA).
• La Madrada: Curated jewelry collection by artist Amber Doe.
• Lingua Nigra: Sculptural, organic jewelry designs.
• The Lotus Den (#2): Crystals, healing decor, and jewelry (Chicago, IL).
• Maya Made This: Handmade earrings and bracelets (Silver Spring, MD).
• NativePRINTcess: Clay jewelry dishes with gold accents (Camp Springs, MD).
• Occéane (#1): Jewelry and clothing studio based in Cleveland, OH.
• Ode {Vintage}: Vintage jewelry and clothing (Cleveland, OH).
• On The Lookout Jewelry: Playful beaded jewelry (Atlanta, GA).
• Projekt von Anna: High-end layered statement jewelry (Minneapolis, MN).
• Raising River: Polymer clay jewelry inspired by art and motherhood (Menifee, CA).
• The Silk Tent: Unique, affordable jewelry designs (Philadelphia, PA).
• Sun & Selene: Small-batch jewelry crafted from recycled metals and natural gemstones (Richmond, VA).
• The Tiny Tassel (#6): Bright tassel jewelry and colorful accessories (Charleston, SC).
• Too Cute For Boring Jewelry: Collaborative boutique working with global jewelry makers.
• Tweak Boutique: One-of-a-kind handmade gemstone and crystal pieces (Parkhill, Ontario).
• Valerie Madison Jewelry: Custom engagement rings using responsibly sourced gems (Seattle, WA).

Beauty, Personal Care & Cleaning

• Afrocenchix: Natural hair care products (London, UK).
• The Bath Place: Natural spa-quality bath and personal care (Rocky Mount, NC).
• Beneath Your Mask: Non-toxic skincare safe for sensitive skin (Los Angeles, CA).
• Beurre Blue: Handcrafted body products, soaps, and sanitizers (Manchester, NH).
• BLK + GRN: Marketplace of all-natural goods by Black artisans.
• Black Girl Sunscreen: Non-white-residue sunscreen made for people of color (Van Nuys, CA).
• Black Mermaid Bath & Body: Herbal and aromatherapy skincare (Atlanta, GA).
• Bodytruth Soap Apothecary: Natural soaps and whole-body wellness products (Lawrence, KS).
• Bohicket Apothecary (#4): Small-batch artisan soaps and candles (Abingdon, VA).
• Briogeo Hair Care: Bespoke hair regimens (New York, NY).
• Brown & Coconut: Botanical skincare made by sisters (Boston, MA).
• Browndages: Bandages in a range of skin tones.
• The Butters: Vegan, handmade skincare (Ypsilanti, MI).
• Butters By Jay: Natural soaps and body butters (Minneapolis, MN).
• By Justine: Handcrafted products for hair and skin (Harlem, NY & North Carolina).
• Camille Rose Naturals: Natural hair care for BIPOC and anyone with textured hair (Atlanta, GA).
• Cater To Mom: Postpartum subscription boxes and support products (Austin, TX).
• CurlMix: Clean products for curly hair.
• Day Three Bath & Body: Natural seasonal soaps and home fragrances (Mechanicsville, VA).
• Dewylips: Vegan lip glosses, scrubs, and oils (Los Angeles, CA).
• Duchess of Soapshire: Soaps inspired by historical beauty rituals (New York).
• Earthkissed Beauty: Affordable clean skincare (Charlotte, NC).
• Ecoslay: Hair products, notably Orange Marmalade.
• Ekow Body: Small-batch natural skincare (New Haven, CT).
• Enso Apothecary: Vegan skincare and wellness offerings (Fort Worth, TX).
• Eu’Genia (#2): Organic balm moisturizers (Brooklyn, NY).
• The Euphoric Palace: Anti-inflammatory bath bombs (Woodbridge, VA).
• Fillmore Wasteless: Zero-waste refillery for home and personal products (Cincinnati, OH).
• Freedom Apothecary (#6): Non-toxic beauty products with a community focus (Philadelphia, PA).
• Flora Lee Naturals: Garden-inspired handmade skincare (Cincinnati, OH).
• GlowRx: Hydrating skincare (Washington, DC).
• Golde: Superfood-boosted face masks and wellness products (Brooklyn, NY).
• Happily Naturally Me: Raw-ingredient handmade products (Upper Darby, PA).
• HiRuna Designs: Vegan bath and body goods inspired by the Caribbean (Little Elm, TX).
• HoneyMilk: Non-toxic gentle skin and hair care.
• HunnyBunny Boutique: Family-made natural bath and beauty products (Washington, DC).
• Inside Outer Beauty Market: Curated toxicant-free beauty and wellness products (Allentown, PA).
• Kaike: Plant-based skincare with standout cleansers.
• Kissed By A Bee Organics: Organic bath products by a third-generation herbalist (Spring, TX).
• Lalu’s Treasures: Small-batch natural skincare and spiritual goods (Houston, TX).
• Lauren Napier Beauty: High-end makeup remover wipes (New York).
• Lesley Saligoe Botanicals: Plant-powered natural hygiene (Indianapolis, IN).
• LipBar: Inclusive, cruelty-free makeup and kits (Detroit, MI).
• LooHoo Wool Dryer Balls: Eco-friendly wool dryer balls made in Maine, USA.
• Marsh + Mane: Curated beauty supply store for wash-day routines (Philadelphia, PA).
• Milked: Small-batch artisan soaps and oils (West Orange, NJ).
• Mitra’s Bath & Body: Shea-based multi-tonal skincare.
• NailBytes: Natural nail and spa services (Detroit, MI).
• Natty Naturals (#3): Organic skin, hair, and beard-care essentials (Chattanooga, TN).
• NaturALL: Fresh refrigerated hair products for curly, kinky hair (Philadelphia, PA).
• Nature’s Crush Handmade: Botanical soaps and body care (Atlanta, GA).
• Northshea: Plant-based skincare made by women in Ghana.
• Nyah’s Valley: Oils for hair and beards, crystals, and beads.
• Obia Naturals: pH-balanced vegan hair and body care.
• Oh Hunni: Organic honey-based skincare (Gainesville, FL).
• Olive Branch Wellness Boutique (#5): Marketplace for natural and vegan beauty (Atlanta, GA).
• The Onyx Spot: Natural nail care products and local services (Columbus, OH).
• Oracle’s Apothecary: Spiritual apothecary with shea-free and goats’ milk products (Haslett, MI).
• Organic Bath Company: Award-winning organic bath and body products (Massachusetts).
• Oyin Handmade: All-natural body products sold nationwide.
• The Perfect Pucker: Paraben- and dye-free lip and skin care (Kalamazoo, MI).
• PUR-HOME (#1): Earth-safe cleaning and laundry products (Pahrump, NV).
• Pura Luna Women’s Apothecary: Herbal remedies and self-care products (Santa Barbara, CA).
• Reagan Sanai Natural Hair Essentials: Natural hair care made by a mother and daughter (Chicago, IL).
• Sebastian Harper: Handcrafted home and body care (Columbia, SC).
• Simply Good Soap: Small-batch soaps made with quality oils and butters (Columbia, SC).
• Soap Distillery: Cocktail-inspired soaps, balms, and candles (Chicago, IL).

Candles

• 228 Grant Street Candle Co: Additive-free soy candles with refined scent blends (Baltimore, MD).
• Black Box Candle Co: Hand-poured 100% soy candles with playful names.
• Cashmere Candle Company: Soy wax candles and melts from a Black military family business (Nashville, TN).
• Crete Candles (#5): Concrete-jared handmade candles (Brooklyn, NY).
• Fleurty Wick: Soy candles and internships for homeless girls (Cartersville, GA).
• Frères Branchiaux Candle Co (#2): Vegan candles with 10% donated to homelessness causes (Washington, DC).
• Gentle Flow Candle Co: Soy candles labeled with positive affirmations (San Diego, CA).
• Harlem Candle Co: Luxury scents inspired by Harlem (New York, NY).
• Ignite Your Peace (#6): All-natural soy candles for self-care and meditation (East Harlem, NY).
• Light My Candle Co: Soy candles and wax melts (Rochester, NY).
• LIT by Sonshine Bath: Slow-burning soy candles with witty labels (Atlanta, GA).
• Lords of LuLu: Clinically minded candle maker crafting calming scents (Washington, DC).
• Love Notes Fragrances: Hand-poured “love inspired” soy candles.
• Love Your Candle: Eco-friendly candles, melts, and incense (Atlanta, GA).
• Maktub Studio: Hand-mixed candles with wood wicks and an accompanying playlist (Los Angeles, CA).
• Mercy Candle Co: Inspirational-scented handmade candles (Orlando, FL).
• Natural Annie Essentials: Soy candles with socially minded names (Bridgeport, CT).
• Poze Candle Company: Candles made with curated essential and fragrance oils.
• Rhythm & Flow Candle Co (#4): Vegan luxury candles inspired by music (Fayetteville, GA).
• Southern Elegance Candle Co (#6): Southern-themed scents sourced from local makers (North Carolina).
• Sugar & Grace Co: Non-toxic candles and candlemaking workshops (Norfolk, VA).
• Unlax Candles (#1): Soy candles crafted to help you unwind (Suffolk, VA).

Food & Treats

Baked Goods & Desserts

• Allie Cakes: Cookbook and pastry recipes from a professional baker (Charlotte, NC).
• Apple Butter Bakery: Cupcakes and budget-friendly wedding cakes (Stone Mountain, GA).
• Arley Cakes (#4): Custom cake maker taking orders by email (Richmond, VA).
• Bakes By Kari: Homemade cookies and pies (Chicago, IL).
• Bells Pastries: Custom cakes and macarons with subscription options (Seattle, WA).
• Blondery: Blondies in gift packs that ship nationwide (Brooklyn, NY).
• Café Du Pain: Globally inspired bakery with community focus (Lawrenceville, NJ).
• Cake-A-Boo: Custom cakes with regional delivery and national shipping (Kansas City, MO).
• Cathay’s Gourmet Ice Cream Sandwiches: Local ice cream sandwiches and ship-friendly cookie kits (Cleveland, OH).
• Chocolate Therapy: Handmade truffles and chocolates (Framingham, MA).
• Chris’ Cosmic Cheesecakes: Full-size and mini cheesecakes shipped to your door (Wilmington, NC).
• Cookie Society: Gourmet cookies shipping nationwide (Frisco, TX).
• Commonwealth Cake Company: Award-winning custom wedding cakes (Charlottesville, VA).
• The Cupcake Collection (#6): Cupcakes and cakes with nationwide shipping options.
• Cupcakeology: Cupcakes, cakes, and pies for pickup and delivery (Collingdale, PA).
• Gimme Pound: Flavorful classic and mini pound cakes (Richmond, VA).
• The Gingered Peach: Bakery now expanding into a restaurant (Lawrenceville, NJ).
• Great Exbaketations by Cheyenne: Booze-infused cakes and creative dessert offerings (Albany, NY).
• HiFi Cookies: Music-inspired cookies that ship (Nashville, TN).
• Honey Bales Bakery: Decorated custom cookies (Grand Rapids, MI).
• The Ice Cream Lounge: Rolled ice cream, cakes, and unique treats (Easton, PA).
• Khanisa’s (#3): Dessert pudding bar that ships (Easton, PA; Plainfield, NJ).
• Killa Cakes: Bold celebration cakes and shippable “Bite Box” treats (Alexandria, VA).
• Kupcakerie: Flavorful custom cupcakes for delivery or events (East Point, GA).
• Leclere’s Bakery: Recommended handcrafted bakery in Metro Atlanta.
• Lenox Cupcakes: Cupcakes, cake pops, and celebratory desserts (Atlanta, GA).
• Louisville Cream: Small-batch premium ice cream (Louisville, KY).
• Lush Yummies Pie Co: Fourth-generation lemon pies (Detroit, MI).
• Mac’n By Mari: Shippable macarons including vegan and GF options (Philadelphia, PA).
• Mama’s Biscuits: Gourmet biscuits shipped nationwide (Frederick, MD).
• Maya’s Cookies: Vegan gourmet cookies (San Diego, CA).
• Milk + Sugar: Dessert food truck and soon a shop (Philadelphia, PA).
• Mo’Pweeze Bakery: Vegan, kosher, and allergen-free bakery (Denville, NJ).
• Ms. Jo’s Petite Sweets: Small-batch dessert masterpieces and catering (Alexandria, VA).
• Natasha’s Just Brittle: Handmade brittle, popcorn, and candies (Baltimore, MD).
• Queen Esther’s Cupcakes: Cupcakes supporting a nonprofit for survivors (Denton, TX).
• Southern Roots: Vegan cookies and donuts shipped nationwide (San Antonio, TX).
• Swank Desserts: Specialty dessert shop for sweet enthusiasts (Summerville, SC).
• Sweet 1603 Bakery: Cakes, cookies, brownies, and custom orders (Lynchburg, VA).
• Tailor Made Designs: Homemade treats and party favors (Willingboro, NJ).
• Tubby’s Taste (#1): Vegan Jamaican-American inspired desserts with shippable cookie boxes.
• Val’s Cheesecakes: Cheesecakes honoring family recipes (Dallas, TX).
• Vegan Taste: Vegan and gluten-free baked goods (Toledo, OH).
• Waffles and Whatnot: Keto and gluten-free waffle mixes (Anchorage, AK).
• Wonderpuff: Gourmet cotton candy in unique flavors (Raleigh-Durham, NC).

Coffee & Beverages

• Abby Creek Vineyard: Wines honoring the first recorded Black winemaker in Oregon (North Plains, OR).
• Bani’s Beets: Nutrient-rich cold-pressed juices (Beverly Hills, IL).
• BLK & Bold Coffee: Fairtrade coffee and tea that supports youth programs (Des Moines, IA).
• Boon Boona Coffee: African-sourced coffee roastery with subscriptions (Renton, WA).
• Cam.Lee Crafted Co (#5): Small-batch simple syrups and grenadines (Jacksonville, FL).
• Dope Coffee: Specialty coffee celebrating Black culture (Atlanta, GA).
• Du Nord Craft Spirits: Distillery and sanitizer producer (Minneapolis, MN).
• Hella Tea: Custom-blend teas for local communities (Oakland, CA).
• The Juice Bar: Fresh juices and healthy food (Merchantville, NJ).
• Lola’s Love Juicery: Natural pressed juices shipped from farmers markets (La Plata, MD).
• MaddLulu Cafe: Bubble tea and coffee drinks (Porterdale, GA).
• Me & The Bees: Bottled lemonade started by a young entrepreneur to save the honeybees (Austin, TX).
• The Muse Coffee Co: Single-origin ethical coffee (Lynchburg, VA).
• Portrait Coffee: Roaster rooted in Atlanta’s entrepreneurial history (Atlanta, GA).
• Red Bay Coffee: Inclusive specialty coffee roasters (Oakland, CA).
• RND Coffee: Neighborhood roaster offering beans and brewing gear (Roanoke, VA).
• The Roaming Botanica: Teas, herbs, and salves (Michigan).
• Ruby Jeans Juicery: Health-focused juices inspired by family recipes (Kansas City, MO).
• Swaye’ Tea: Health-focused teas (West Allis, WI).
• Tiferet Coffee House: Community coffee shop with treats (Sacramento, CA).
• Uncle Nearest: Whiskey honoring Nathan Green, an early African-American distiller (Shelbyville, TN).
• Zafa Wines: Responsibly farmed wines and ciders (Burlington, VT).

Popcorn

• Cravings Gourmet Popcorn: Gluten- and nut-free gourmet popcorn in inventive flavors (Lansing, MI).
• GoPo Gourmet Popcorn: Mom-and-pop-style popcorn using local corn (Fulton, MO).
• Lammar Marie Gourmet Popcorn (#2): Veteran-owned sweet and savory popcorn flavors (Richmond, VA).
• PopKorn: Adventurous popcorn flavors like creamy banana pudding (Bloomington, IN).
• PrePOPsterous: Flavor-forward popcorn shipping nationwide (Bridgewater, VA).
• Soul Popped Gourmet Popcorn: Soul food-inspired popcorn (Austin, TX).
• Thankful Sweets: Gourmet popcorn and custom party favors (Detroit, MI).

Sauces, Meals & Other Food

• Chilli Chop Co: African-inspired hot sauces (London, England).
• Compassion Meals: Ready-to-eat healthy meals delivered (Sacramento, CA).
• Elegant Cuizines: Meal prep boxes, soups, and juices (Richmond, VA).
• Felton And Mary’s: BBQ rubs and sauces based on family recipes (Portland, OR).
• Fit Foodie Le: Healthy recipe database and fitness app (Katy, TX).
• Jones Bar-B-Q: Sisters’ smoked meats and house sauces featured on TV (Kansas City, MO).
• Mother’s Finest Urban Farm: Honey, tonics, and CSA produce from a beekeeper-farmer (Winston-Salem, NC).
• On the Rocks Jam: Spirit-infused jams (Atlanta, GA).
• Pat & Pinky’s: Guyanese-inspired hot sauces (England).
• Roseyblooms Collard Greens: Seasoned, ready-to-eat collards (Winston-Salem, NC).
• Super Chefs: Urban eclectic restaurant serving breakfast and brunch (Louisville, KY).
• Sylvanaqua Farms: Pasture-raised eggs and meats with local delivery (Montross, VA).
• Uncommon Bees: Infused honeys with unique flavor profiles (Houston, TX).
• Zach & Zoë Sweet Bee Farm: Raw honey and superfoods from a family-run apiary (New York, NY).

Art & Art Products

• addyeB: Abstract artist, speaker, and advocate (Philadelphia, PA).
• alilscribble: Bold graphic prints and illustrations.
• Allison Ford (#3): Lawyer-turned-artist creating lovely abstracts (South Carolina).
• anaya arts: Art and goods celebrating Black hair and African culture (Ottawa, Ontario).
• anj: Mixed media still-life packs and prints (Winston-Salem, NC).
• Alyissa Letters: Handlettered prints and polymer clay jewelry (Kansas City, MO).
• Baron Batch: Vibrant paintings with uplifting messages (Pittsburgh, PA).
• Brooklyn Dolly: Art prints and cards by Erin Robinson (New York, NY).
• Birch Hollow Fibers: Hand-dyed yarn for knitters and crocheters (New York, NY).
• Calida Garcia Rawles (#4): Photo-realistic paintings of people in water (Los Angeles, CA).
• Carlee Ingersoll: Colorful illustration prints and custom portraits (Washington, DC).
• Cbabi Bayoc: Muralist selling prints of his work (St. Louis, MO).
• Chanel Cristoff Davis: Whimsical abstract art on a variety of products (Dallas, TX).
• Charles Edward Williams: Visual artist working across media.
• Christa David (#2): Fine art prints for diverse tastes (East Point, GA).
• City Owl Studios: Custom portraits of homes, families, and pets (St. Louis, MO).
• Clifton Henri Studios: Photography reflecting the Black life experience (Chicago, IL).
• Curtis Newkirk: Architectural and portrait paintings (Richmond, VA).
• The Double Wolf: Prints blending fantastical and musical influences (Atlanta, GA).
• Etta Vee (#1): Colorful paintings and painted products (based in Strasbourg, France).
• Flux Imagery: Prints and online art classes (Denver, CO).
• Geneva Bowers: Author-illustrator with whimsical prints (North Carolina).
• The Hive Art & Craft Bar: Art workshops and shipped craft kits (Charlottesville, VA).
• Jitterbug Art Studio: Prints, stickers, and cards focused on nature and outdoors (Denver, CO).
• LaDara Fine Art: Abstract paintings and ceramics with commissioned work (Charlotte, NC).
• Latifah Saafir Studios: Sewing and fabric pattern designer with templates and supplies (California).
• LolaBean Yarn Co: Yarn, pins, and maker goods (Grovetown, GA).
• Lolly Lolly Ceramics: Handmade mugs and plates (Columbus, OH).
• The Makers Haven: Handcut stamps, prints, and scarves (Nebraska).
• Mary Shelton: Bright, clean art prints.
• Melissa T. Kamba: Prints, originals, and commissions (Salt Lake City, UT).
• Monica Lewis Art: Abstract line paintings on handmade paper (Corona, CA).
• Natalie Daise Art: Colorful portraits as prints and originals.
• Pappion Artistry: Live wedding and event paintings (New Orleans, LA).
• Pink Lo Mein: Bold art printed on shirts and goods (Houston, TX).
• Rashida Coleman Hale: Fabric designer selling prints and art (California).
• rayo & honey: Pennants, totes, and pins featuring affirming quotes (Brooklyn, NY).
• Reyna Noriega (#6): Prints and lifestyle products like wrapping paper and earrings.
• Rhythm Knits: Hand-dyed yarns for makers (New York, NY).
• Roma Osowo: Bright abstract paintings (Dallas, TX).
• shadrieka: Prints and illustrated goods (Baltimore, MD).
• The Sleepy Wildflower: Illustrated prints reflecting everyday life (Ann Arbor, MI).
• Spoonful Of Faith (#5): Illustrated prints and goods from an author-illustrator (Minnesota).
• Starline Hodge: Comic-inspired prints and stickers (Los Angeles, CA).
• Takeyce Walter: Landscape-focused contemporary painter and instructor (Upstate NY).
• TL Yarn Crafts: Crochet patterns and maker gifts (Columbus, OH).
• Vanessa Craan: Colorful portraits and abstract prints (Miami, FL).
• Vincent Keele Fine Art: Abstract artwork printed on homewares and apparel (Lake Stevens, WA).
• Wyld Frontier Design Co: Cards, prints, and fine art with watercolor and pigment (Detroit, MI).

Stationery, Books, & Bookstores

• AC Books: Children’s bookstore with thoughtful selections (Atlanta, GA).
• Atlas Book Club: Monthly subscription boxes for globally diverse children’s books.
• BeyondBooked: Handmade book sleeves to protect your books (Chula Vista, CA).
• Black Pearl Books: Independent bookstore promoting diversity and cultural awareness (Austin, TX).
• Black Stone Bookstore & Cultural Center: African-American bookstore and cultural hub (Ypsilanti, MI).
• Blú Rose Designs (#3): Invitations, stationery, and art for events.
• Books & Crannies: Woman-owned bookstore filling a local bookselling void (Martinsville, VA).
• Brain Lair Bookstore: Inclusive books focusing on diverse voices (South Bend, IN).
• Brave & Kind Bookshop: Curated children’s titles celebrating diversity (Decatur, GA).
• Christian Robinson (#5): Illustrator of beloved children’s books like You Matter.
• Christine A. Platt: Author focusing on teaching hard history to children.
• Cloth & Paper: Elevated planners and planner accessories (Richmond, VA).
• The Color, Feel, Play Series: Books that help children explore emotions through color (Houston, TX).
• Courtney B. Dunlap: Author of children’s books, including The Rumble Hunters.
• Cygnus Studios: Wedding calligraphy and design (Washington, DC).
• Devin Hickson: Author of Daddy Hero and other children’s titles.
• Effie’s Paper: Stationery and gifts mixing elegance with social conversation (New York, NY).
• EyeSeeMe Children’s Bookstore: The largest selection of African American children’s books in the U.S. (University City, MO).
• Flamingo Society: Planners and stationery (Holland, MI).
• Frugal Bookstore (#4): Community-focused bookstore promoting literacy (Roxbury, MA).
• Fulton Street: Coffee-and-bookshop centering community and civic engagement (Tulsa, OK).
• Greentop Gifts: Diverse gift wrap and seasonal goods (Apex, NC).
• Hakim’s Bookstore & Gift Shop: Philadelphia’s oldest Black-owned bookstore (Philadelphia, PA).
• Harriet’s Bookshop: Independent shop celebrating women authors and artists (Philadelphia, PA).
• The House of Roushey: Floral illustration and modern calligraphy gifts (Rochester, NY).
• Ivory Paper Co: Premium stationery and planners.
• Leather Imagined: Handcrafted leather journals and travel accessories (Austin, TX).
• Ligia Cushman: Author and speaker on multiracial adoption and family life (Tampa, FL).
• Loyalty Bookstores: Black, female, queer-owned bookstore and community space (Silver Spring, MD; Washington, DC).
• Mahogany Books (#6): Independent bookstore specializing in Black-authored works (Washington, DC).
• Margins Box: YA book subscription box highlighting BIPOC authors.
• Nate Daniels: Author of children’s chapter books about perseverance.
• Nikko Fungchung: Author of the Anya children’s travel series.
• Not So Different: Children’s book depicting both differences and commonalities (Maryland).
• Paisley Paper Co: Bold cards, pins, and bags (Detroit, MI).
• Paper And Stylo (#1): Pens, stationery, and paper storage (Philadelphia, PA).
• paperKuts studio: Invitations and paper goods (Goodlettsville, TN).
• Self Explore, Self Restore Journal: Guided journal for self-care prompts (Atlanta, GA).
• Semicolon Bookstore: Chicago’s only Black woman-owned bookstore and gallery (Chicago, IL).
• Source Booksellers: Hand-selected nonfiction about culture, health, and spirituality (Detroit, MI).
• TAHRC: Music label selling cassette tapes and diverse music (Wichita, KS).
• This is Tisa Stationery Shop: Bright handmade cards and journals (Round Rock, TX).
• Toni Winston: Author of My Hair Is Fuzzy, My Hair Is Cute (Richmond, VA).
• Uncle Bobbie’s Coffee & Books: Community space focused on Black literature (Germantown, PA).
• Under the Sunlight: Stationery for purposeful living (San Francisco/Oakland, CA).
• YayDay Paper Co (#2): Printable stationery and planner projects (founded by a Making It! contestant).
• WAM! Book Bundle: Monthly diverse children’s book subscription for ages 3–10.
• Yaa Gyasi: Author of Homegoing, a multigenerational novel tracing family histories through slavery and beyond.

Kids, Baby, & Pets

• Annie The Brave: STEM-inspired dresses for girls (Twentynine Palms, CA).
• Because of Zoe (#1): Handcrafted bows and headbands.
• Bellen’s More Than Peach Project: Crayon sets representing all skin tones.
• Bows By The Good Life: Custom hair bows and pet bows (Charlotte, NC).
• Brick Masters Kids Lug: Lego building community led by a public figure.
• Buddha Babe: Bibs, blankets, and baby essentials (Philadelphia, PA).
• Cheers To You Baby: Baby milestone journal with a wine-themed twist (Houston, TX).
• Color & Culture: Products celebrating melanin children and their culture (Richmond, VA).
• Cool Canines: Homemade dog treats made with local ingredients (Richmond, VA).
• Craft My Occasion: Diverse party supplies for children (Miami, FL).
• E & E Patterns: Original sewing patterns for children’s clothing (British Columbia, Canada).
• Emmi’s Bow-tique: Handmade hair bows by a young entrepreneur and her mom.
• The Fab Lab (#5): STEM video content and activities for kids.
• Fawn Over Me: Baby essentials on Etsy, currently making masks (Worcester, MA).
• Fusion Dolls: Multicultural dolls that promote self-love (Boston, MA).
• HarperIman (#2): Handmade linen dolls.
• Hutch Baby: Modern classic children’s clothing (Cincinnati, OH).
• Little Nomad (#4): Kids’ clothing, toys, and accessories (Richmond, VA).
• Lil Dumplins: Dance classes for toddlers and young children (Detroit, MI).
• KIDO: Clothing, books, and toys celebrating joy and diversity (Chicago, IL).
• Me-Cháris Handmade Dolls: Sweet handmade fabric dolls.
• MilkyMama: Lactation supplements and breastfeeding support (Rancho Cucamonga, CA).
• Nerdy Dog Ceramics: Custom pet-themed ceramics (Colorado Springs, CO).
• Olly-Olly: Curated kids boutique (Baton Rouge, LA).
• Once Upon A Boutique: Soft pima knits and classic children’s styles (Carrollton, GA).
• pen&thimble: Reusable placemats and snack bags for eco-friendly families (Amherst, MA).
• PoshPilar: Sewn goods and grow-with-me baby pants (Henderson, NV).
• Puzzle Huddle (#3): Diverse-character puzzles for kids.
• Rooted Baby Co: African-print baby goods and dolls (North Carolina).
• Say Hey To Mama: Support group for caregivers in Philadelphia (Pennsylvania).
• SciPaws: Science-themed dog bandanas supporting causes (Madison, WI).
• Shellie Bellie Tutus: Handmade tutus and costumes (Bethlehem, PA).
• Sun And Lace: Baby shoes and leather goods (Wisconsin).
• SweetMayCo: Headbands and beanies for kids (Portland, ME).
• Trill Paws: Limited-edition pet accessories (Los Angeles, CA).
• Twined Ivy (#6): Sisters’ hair products for wavy and curly textures.
• The Wild & The Tame: Handmade baby goods (Kent, UK).
• Yellow Springs Toy Company: Inclusive toys and puzzles (Yellow Springs, OH).

Learning, Advice, And Services

• Aesthete Vagabond Co: Full-service interior design studio (Santa Rosa, CA).
• Aja Barber: Sustainable fashion expert offering styling and personal shopping (London, UK).
• ArtFarm Studios (#6): Virtual art classes for kids and adults (Annapolis, MD).
• Art Simplicated: Online art classes for children using accessible materials (Bridgeport, CT).
• Big City Gardener: Gardening advice and specialty products (Houston, TX).
• Black Girl Ventures: Supporting BIPOC entrepreneurs with capital and resources.
• Black, Married & Debt-Free (#5): Financial education and resources from a couple who paid off large debt.
• Brandeis Nicole: Personal styling and online styling advice (Texas).
• Britt Hawthorne: Anti-bias and anti-racism workshops for educators.
• Career Maven Academy: Career coaching and talent development (Winston-Salem, NC).
• The Cole Lab: Leadership, literacy, and college readiness services (Fort Worth, TX).
• Dexter Adams Premium Design: Website design and brand development (Greensboro, NC).
• Gia Graham: Hand lettering classes via Skillshare (Atlanta, GA).
• GJC Publicity: Publicity and media strategy services (Memphis, TN).
• Hippocratic Hosts: Health and parenting podcast by two physicians (Washington, DC).
• Hilton Carter (#2): Online plant propagation tutorials and greenery education (Baltimore, MD).
• Jacqueline Howard: Virtual assistant offering automation and optimization guidance for solopreneurs.
• Jaime’s Personal Chef & Catering: Personal chef and catering services (New Rochelle, NY).
• Journey to Launch: Financial blog and podcast focused on personal finance (New York, NY).
• Kiu Solutions: Website design company crafting clean, effective sites (Baltimore, MD).
• L Nicole Photography: Family photography capturing authentic moments (Richmond, VA).
• Laroq Productions: Videography for promotional and informational work (New York, NY).
• One Big Happy Life: Practical budgeting and financial planning guidance (Washington, DC).
• Mari Roberts Life: Psychic life and leadership coaching (Carnation, WA).
• Miss Taxologist: Tax-saving advice for small businesses.
• Mrs. Joy’s Absolutely Fabulous Treats (#4): Cookie decorating and baking classes (Lynchburg, VA).
• Romaine Brown Palmer: Virtual assistant coach for launching and growing VA businesses (Pembroke Pines, FL).
• Sense 2 Cents: Financial literacy programs for children and adults.
• Shunta Grant (#3): Business coach and podcaster for women entrepreneurs.
• Tidied By K: Luxury home organization services and free resources (Atlanta, GA).
• Tutus & Tennis Shoes (#1): Haircare classes and products for young girls’ natural hair.
• Wealth Over Now: Financial coaching focused on behavioral change (Washington, DC).
• Your College-Bound Kid: Guidance for high school families navigating the college search (Atlanta, GA).

Fitness

• Claudette Evans Yoga: Zoom yoga classes (Seattle, WA).
• Free Mvmt Shop: Daily dance, yoga, cardio, and sculpt classes on Zoom (Chicago, IL).
• GymHooky: Online coaching and virtual workouts for busy women (Bay Area, CA).
• Lift Like A Mother: Health and wellness platform for community empowerment (McLean, VA).
• Salt Yoga: Virtual and in-person yoga (East Lansing, MI).
• Soji James: Personal training, virtual HIIT, and corporate wellness (New York, NY).
• Women’s World Of Boxing: Women-only boxing gym in Harlem (New York, NY).

Travel, Wedding, And Events

• Akwaaba B&B and Inns: Luxury b&b properties celebrating diversity (East Coast locations).
• Always Poppin’: Custom balloon installations and event decor (New York, NY).
• Butler Balloons: Balloon styling for celebrations and grand openings (New York, NY).
• Brown Girls Travel: Travel adventures, retreats, and consulting for women (Los Angeles, CA).
• Christopher Flowers: Floral delivery and event florals (Richmond, VA).
• Dockshare: Marketplace for boat dock rentals (Baltimore, MD).
• D. R. Roberts Event Management: Global event planning and marketing (Oakland, CA).
• Elease Productions: Wedding planning in East Tennessee (Knoxville, TN).
• Floral Matters: Corporate and event floral design (Atlanta, GA).
• Good Life at Enderly Park: Wedding venue and event planning (Charlotte, NC).
• Grace, Giggles, and Glue: Custom party decor and supplies (Grand Rapids, MI).
• Imagine THAT Event Designs: Event planning and gift box services (Atlanta, GA).
• Inspirations by Gina: Floral design for events across Northern California (Sacramento, CA).
• Joy Quest Travels (#2): Travel agent specializing in Caribbean trips.
• Just Elope: Elopement and pop-up wedding services (Dallas, TX-based).
• KEJ Productions: Wedding cinematography (Orlando, FL).
• The Landing (#1): Boutique hotel in the Bahamas with a curated local shop.
• Milk & Honey Travels (#6): Luxury-meets-authentic travel planning.
• Moroccan Vibes Airbnb (#3): Mid-century Palm Springs rental operated by Soukie Modern owners (Palm Springs, CA).
• Mylina Russell Photography: Wedding and family portrait photography (Raleigh, NC).
• Nicole Bakes Cakes: Artistic wedding and celebration cakes (Los Angeles, CA).
• Pharris Photo + Philms (#5): Luxury wedding photographers featured in national media (Texas).
• Pursuit Travel: Boutique travel consultant with solo-trip specialization (Washington, DC).
• The Red Door Catering: Beautiful food and dining experiences (Oakland, CA).
• Robert Radifera Photography: Wedding and interiors photography (Charlottesville, VA; Washington, DC).
• Sacia Matthews Photography: Boudoir and destination wedding photography (South Carolina).
• TWJemison Photography: Lifestyle and wedding photography (Hartford, CT).
• Vanessa Hicks Photography: Engagement and family photography, including unique portrait concepts (San Diego, CA).
• Wedding Flowers For Rent: Rent-and-return floral arrangements to save on costs.

If you have professional skills to volunteer — bookkeeping, web design, photography, or similar — to further support Black-owned businesses, please check the Black-owned business volunteer page where volunteers are listed and you can add yourself. Thank you for offering your time and expertise.