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From clothing stores to banks- there are so many black owned businesses in America.

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I believe that protesting is a great way to show the world that change needs to happen, but I can't help but wonder what else can be done? What other ways can I get involved and get the ball rolling? After watching the news and seeing everything unfold these past few weeks, I've come to understand that change is almost forced to take place when the economy is in mind. This is why I think it's so important for everyone, no matter their background, to get involved by supporting black-owned businesses. From clothing lines to banks, there are so many black-owned businesses in America and I've provided a few places below.

Black-owned clothing stores:

Here are a few clothing stores from California to New York.

Meow and Barks Boutique

1537 San Marco Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32207

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225, 2140 Peachtree St NW, Atlanta, GA 30309

Michelle New York

376 Atlantic Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11217

Taylor Jay Exclusives

3843 MacArthur Blvd. Oakland, CA

MeloDrama Boutique

5306 Almeda Road, Houston, Texas


Black-owned banks:

There are over 21 black-owned banks in America. Solange Knowles has recently shared how it's "time to literally put my money where my mouth is.” Knowles announced on Instagram that she will be joining a black-owned bank and provided a link where others could do the same. Here are a list of a few if you're interested in joining. Get the full list here.

Alamerica Bank

Birmingham, Alabama
Founded: January 28, 2000
FDIC Region: Atlanta
Assets: $35 404 000

Broadway Federal Bank

Location: Los Angeles, California
Founded: February 26, 1947
FDIC Region: San Francisco
Assets: $385 055 000

City NB of New Jersey

Location: Newark, New Jersey
Founded: June 11, 1973
FDIC Region: New York
Assets: $340 301 000

Liberty Bank & Trust Company

Location: New Orleans, Louisiana
Founded: November 16, 1972
FDIC Region: Dallas
Assets: $545 019 000


Black-owned grocery stores:

Unfortunately, there aren't too many black-owned grocery stores, but that makes it even more important to show your support and shop there if they are in your city!

Calhoun Foods Grocery

Montgomery, AL

Apples and Oranges Fresh Market

Baltimore, MD


If you are interested in getting involved and showing support, google black-owned buisnesses in your area. There are so many, including online stores, and it would really make a difference.

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