Black-owned small businesses often are more vulnerable financially than others, with smaller cash reserves to survive tough times. Here are a few ways to help support them.
Today is #BlackoutDay2020. To demonstrate their economic force with an estimated $1.3 trillion in spending power, Black consumers -- and anyone wishing to support the Black community in its quest for justice against systemic racism and financial inequity -- are encouraged to not spend money today.
Or, if they do, to limit their purchases to companies owned by Black people.#BlackoutDay2020 is today. Here's what you need to knowBlack-owned small businesses often are more vulnerable financially than others, with smaller cash reserves to survive tough times. And now times couldn't be tougher. In the wake of a pandemic and protests of George Floyd's killing at the hands of police, they are in jeopardy on every front.Want to help support them? Here are a few ways.
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