August: A Month-Long Celebration of Black-Owned Businesses

August is Black Business Month—a time to uplift, amplify, and invest in the brilliance, creativity, and economic power of Black-owned businesses. But let’s be honest: supporting Black-owned businesses should be a lifestyle, not a limited-time trend.

Still, there’s something powerful about setting aside time to be intentional. I was having a conversation with my dear friend, Kim Roxie, about the importance of supporting Black-owned businesses, and I said there is no better month to start being intentional about encouraging support than August!

Support. Shop. Share. Repeat.

So all month long, I’m inviting you to join me in doing just that, with a special 4-week blog series spotlighting Black-owned brands, entrepreneurs, and innovators across industries. From beauty and fashion to food and tech, we’re buying Black with purpose.

We’re using trusted directories like BuyBlack.org, BlackBusinessList.com, ByBlack.us, and BLKOMM.com to discover, celebrate, and support these businesses—and we’re sharing what we find so you can do the same.

So, let’s build together. Let’s buy together. Let’s circulate those dollars in our communities and make every purchase a statement.

Here’s What to Expect Each Week:

Week 1 – Buy Black: Why It Matters
We’ll explore the history of Black Business Month, the economic power of the Black dollar, and how intentional spending builds generational wealth. We’ll feature Black-owned bookstores, wellness brands, and home essentials you can support today.

Week 2 – The Beauty in Black
We’re talking skincare, haircare, cosmetics, and more. Featuring founders who are redefining beauty standards and creating products with us in mind. Expect gems from BuyBlack.org and ByBlack.us.

Week 3 – Taste the Culture
Get ready for deliciousness. We’re highlighting Black-owned food and beverage companies—snacks, sauces, coffee, and more. Plus, some of our favorite spots to dine or order from.

Week 4 – Tech, Tools & Trailblazers
This week, we’ll spotlight Black innovators in tech, professional services, and lifestyle brands you need to know about. If you’re building a brand, running a home, or just upgrading your tools—this one’s for you.

How You Can Join the Movement:

✨ Share your favorite Black-owned businesses on social media.
✨ Use hashtags like #BuyBlack #SupportBlackBusiness #BlackBusinessMonth
✨ Leave reviews and shoutouts.
✨ Commit to purchasing from at least 1–2 Black-owned businesses each week this month.
✨ Invite others to do the same.

Every dollar we spend is a vote for the world we want to see. When we choose to support Black-owned businesses, we’re not just boosting brands; we’re investing in families, futures, and freedom. This movement is about more than what’s in your cart; it’s about what’s in your heart. Let’s keep the momentum going beyond August. Let’s make buying Black a habit, not just a hashtag. Together, we can build a future where equity isn’t the exception, it’s the expectation. So, share, support, and show up, because the culture wins when we all do.

This is more than shopping. It’s legacy-building.
Let’s go.

In love & authenticity!