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Black business advocates urge New Jersey shoppers to support Black-owned businesses this holiday season to strengthen local economies and close wealth gaps.
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How We’re Building Black-Owned News In New Jersey
NJ Urban News CEO and co-founder Penda Howell shares his journey and mission to uplift and accurately represent Black communities in New Jersey.
East Coast Calligraphy: Turning A Love Of Handwriting Into A Thriving Business
East Coast Calligraphy founder Michele Bates transforms a lifelong love of handwriting into a thriving Black-owned creative business, offering custom calligraphy and inspiring a new generation of artists.
Hunger Free Breaking Barriers To End Food Insecurity In Hudson County
Hunger Free, founded by Stephanie Glover Wilson, has grown from a Bayonne pantry to a Hudson County lifeline, delivering food and dignity to families in need.
Meet Tha Saints Brings New Orleans Flavor To Kitchens Nationwide
Paterson wives, Asia Carter and Alliah Smith, grow Meet Tha Saints, a flavored butter brand rooted in culture and tradition, inspired by New Orleans heritage and a passion for bold flavors, family, and entrepreneurship.
Black-Owned Travel Company Makes Luxury Accessible For People Of Color
Shade and Travel is redefining the travel experience with curated luxury trips designed to be inclusive, safe, and empowering for Black travelers worldwide. By blending culture, community, and adventure, the company creates spaces where travelers can explore the world with confidence and joy—turning every journey into an opportunity for connection, discovery, and celebration.
Blk Women Wellness Co. Fosters Community, Healing, And Access For Black Women
Shannon Qualls’ BLK Women Wellness Collective creates inclusive, accessible wellness events for Black women across New Jersey and New York.
Sweet T’s Southern Eatery Brings Soul Food With Substance To Teaneck
Sweet T’s Southern Eatery brings soulful, scratch-made Southern cuisine and cultural pride to Teaneck, expanding from its Montclair roots.
Built From The Closet Up: How Off The Hanger Became A Newark Staple
Off the Hanger founder Lynette Lashawn blends fashion, empowerment, and Newark pride through her reimagined style lounge and community work.
Urban GLŌ: How Salimah Scott Turned Healing Into A Candle-Making Empire
Urban GLŌ brings self-care and scent to Union, NJ—born from healing, built with purpose by founder Salimah Scott.
How We’re Building Black-Owned News In New Jersey
NJ Urban News CEO and co-founder Penda Howell shares his journey and mission to uplift and accurately represent Black communities in New Jersey.
East Coast Calligraphy: Turning A Love Of Handwriting Into A Thriving Business
East Coast Calligraphy founder Michele Bates transforms a lifelong love of handwriting into a thriving Black-owned creative business, offering custom calligraphy and inspiring a new generation of artists.
Hunger Free Breaking Barriers To End Food Insecurity In Hudson County
Hunger Free, founded by Stephanie Glover Wilson, has grown from a Bayonne pantry to a Hudson County lifeline, delivering food and dignity to families in need.
Meet Tha Saints Brings New Orleans Flavor To Kitchens Nationwide
Paterson wives, Asia Carter and Alliah Smith, grow Meet Tha Saints, a flavored butter brand rooted in culture and tradition, inspired by New Orleans heritage and a passion for bold flavors, family, and entrepreneurship.
Black-Owned Travel Company Makes Luxury Accessible For People Of Color
Shade and Travel is redefining the travel experience with curated luxury trips designed to be inclusive, safe, and empowering for Black travelers worldwide. By blending culture, community, and adventure, the company creates spaces where travelers can explore the world with confidence and joy—turning every journey into an opportunity for connection, discovery, and celebration.
Blk Women Wellness Co. Fosters Community, Healing, And Access For Black Women
Shannon Qualls’ BLK Women Wellness Collective creates inclusive, accessible wellness events for Black women across New Jersey and New York.
Sweet T’s Southern Eatery Brings Soul Food With Substance To Teaneck
Sweet T’s Southern Eatery brings soulful, scratch-made Southern cuisine and cultural pride to Teaneck, expanding from its Montclair roots.
Built From The Closet Up: How Off The Hanger Became A Newark Staple
Off the Hanger founder Lynette Lashawn blends fashion, empowerment, and Newark pride through her reimagined style lounge and community work.
Urban GLŌ: How Salimah Scott Turned Healing Into A Candle-Making Empire
Urban GLŌ brings self-care and scent to Union, NJ—born from healing, built with purpose by founder Salimah Scott.