Every February, Black History Month gives us an opportunity to honor and celebrate African American changemakers, but if 2020 has taught us anything, it’s to not only value Black lives but also continue celebrating Black joy, creativeness, and ingenuity all year round. Aside from taking action in socially distanced protests or sending a charitable donation, a great option for championing people of color is with the support of Black-owned businesses.
Many Black-owned businesses on the rise, like Grounded and Edas, are crafting special, one-of-a-kind items that don’t always get the buzz and recognition they deserve. Even mainstream Black-owned companies who’ve successfully made a name for themselves, like Golde and Pat McGrath Labs, still need our assistance to continue thriving. Helping support Black-owned businesses with even a single purchase is important to diversify your product staples, but also to take a small role in moving society forward.
Here we’ve pulled together a few of our favorite, giftable items from Black-owned businesses you may even consider keeping for yourself.
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