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Black Non-Profit in North Carolina Takes Steps to Meaningful Change by Donating Socks to Local Schools

Straight Talk Support Group

Nationwide — Straight Talk Support Group, a community-based organization, widely known as STSG, provides support group resources for families and friends of an incarcerated loved one and transitional housing for […]

Black Couple Partners With PGA REACH to Launch National Diversity Golf Program for HBCUs

Angel Rich and Karl Jones, Founders of 4Tee Acres

Nationwide — Angel Rich-Jones and her husband Karl Jones, have launched a non-profit partnership with J.P. Lunn, PGA member and President of PGA REACH Middle-Atlantic, to launch a signature HBCU […]

Black Entrepreneurs in NYC Unite to Claim Billions at JFK and Laguardia Airports

Black entrepreneurs from Southeast Queens Chamber Commerce

Nationwide — The Southeast Queens Chamber of Commerce is leading their membership into millions. Jamaica, Queens houses the two largest airports in NY – both JFK and LaGuardia airports. The […]

Black Author of 10 Books Explores the Domino Effect of Bullying in New Children's Book

Latifah A. Hameen, autho fo Aleem's New Challenge

Nationwide — Latifah A. Hameen, a published author of 10 books, has just released her first children’s book entitled Aleem’s New Challenge. It was written for the younger mind, ages […]

Author's New "Let's Eat" Book Series Teaches Black Children About Healthy Eating Habits

Emunah Ysrael, author of Let's Eat book series

Nationwide — The Let’s Eat Book Series by Emunah Y’srael is the perfect tool to introduce young children to the benefits of healthy eating. Emunah is an accomplished author, devoted […]

Introducing Maryland's First Black Woman-Owned Comprehensive Care, IV Hydration, and Therapy Practice

Founders of Wellness Cube, a Black-owned therapy practice in Maryland

Nationwide — Mrs. Tameka G. Anthony, Owner, Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner, and IV Hydration Specialist, announces the opening of a new comprehensive care practice Wellness Cube LLC at 9131 Piscataway […]

Black-Owned Organization Commissions Detroit Muralist For Inspirational Clothing Line

Calvin Mann, founder of EMIY Inc.

Nationwide — Calvin Mann, the founder of a local community organization called EMIY, Inc, has commissioned Detroit artist and muralist Trae Isaac to create artwork for the group’s line of […]

Black Educator Says Schools and Even Parents Think Black Children are Mathematically Stupid

Dr. Assata Moore

Dr. Assata Moore Nationwide — In the aftermath of a global pandemic, there emerges an issue that has persisted far longer and yet remains largely unaddressed: the ever-widening mathematical gap […]

Activist Essie Berry Seeks Federal Investigation of Steve Harvey, Alleges Gang Stalking and Bullying

Steve Harvey and Essie Berry

Nationwide — Essie Berry, civil rights activist and widow of Fred “ReRun” Berry from the 1970s sitcom What’s Happening, says that after a decade of allegations, comedian/ media personality Steve […]

Tennessee HBCU Partnership Holds Historic Graduation Inside Prison

Lane College HBCU graduation

Nationwide — On Thursday, November 2, 2023, six men incarcerated at the Northwest Correctional Complex (NWCX) marched across the stage to receive their Bachelor of Science in Business degree from […]

Mom and 9-Year-Old Daughter, Owners of Black-Owned Doll Company Make History With Target and Amazon

Founders of Orijin Bees

Nationwide — In a remarkable journey from Oprah’s coveted list to Target’s expansive aisles, Orijin Bees, a thriving Black-owned doll company founded by 9-year-old Esi Orijin and her mother, Melissa, […]

Black Women Who Bought DC Apartment Building 40 Years Ago For $75K Say Its Now Worth Almost $2M

Black women apartment building owners

Nationwide — Four decades have passed since they collectively purchased the unassuming six-unit building tucked away in Northwest Washington DC. Today, four of the original tenants, all African American women, […]

Black Woman With 33 Grandchildren Graduates College at 63 Years Old

Robyn Roberts

Nationwide — Meet Robyn Roberts, a phenomenal 63-year-old grandmother of 33 and great-grandmother of 12. She recently graduated college from Southern New Hampshire University, proving that learning is a lifelong […]

Black Author, Latoya Nicole, Achieves Milestone with 60K Coloring Books Sold, Launches New Self-Publishing Program

Latoya Nicole

“Creating a coloring book empire and inspiring Black Women along the way” Nationwide — Latoya Nicole, the esteemed best-selling author and creative entrepreneur could have stopped at making history by […]

The BOSS Network Honors the “Divine Nine” Sororities for 14th Anniversary Conference

Divine Nine Sorority National Presidents

Nationwide — The BOSS Network, an online community of professional and entrepreneurial women who support each other through digital content, programs, and event-based networking, announces its annual Ladies that Lead […]

New Magazine Launches at the Intersection of Black Food, Wine, and Culture

VISTAS Magazine

VISTAS is a new bimonthly print publication that offers a multicultural perspective for foodies and oenophiles. Nationwide — Soul of Sonoma Gourmet, LLC announces the launch of VISTAS, an independent […]

15-Year-Old Makes History as Youngest African American Junior Golf Champion

Shyla Brown

Nationwide — Shyla Brown, a 15-year-old Black teen from McKinney, Texas, is making history as the youngest African-American Junior Golf Champion. She recently became among the only four nationally ranked […]

Black Psychologist, Creator of Groundbreaking Therapy Cards, Launches New Edition to Improve Relationships

Dr. Ebony Butler, Founder of My Therapy Cards

Nationwide — Renowned Black psychologist, Dr. Ebony Butler, the creator of the revolutionary mental health tool, My Therapy Cards, the first card deck for Black communities and communities of color, […]

Magazine For Black Speakers Unveils Inaugural Cohort of 'Speak Sell Shine' Highlighting Diverse Talents in Professional Speaking

Teri Donelson on the cover of Speakers Magazine

Nationwide — Speakers Magazine is excited to announce the inaugural cohort of Speak Sell Shine™, a groundbreaking initiative that celebrates the achievements and fosters collaboration among Black and diverse professional […]

Black Mom Celebrates 16-Year-Old Son Set to Graduate High School a Whole Year Early

Darrel Bryant with his mom

Nationwide — Darrel Bryant, a 16-year-old high school senior from Savannah, Georgia, is set to graduate a year ahead of schedule. What’s more, he has already made his mark as […]

T.I. and Tiny Open Their First Affordable Housing Complex in Atlanta

T.I. and Tiny celebrate opening of new affordable housing complex

Nationwide — Atlanta rapper T.I., alongside his wife Tiny, graced the ribbon-cutting ceremony of their inaugural affordable housing development on Tuesday. This newly unveiled project encompasses 143 apartments, with an […]

13-Year-Old Black Teen Solves 34 Math Problems in 172 Seconds, Earns Full Scholarship

Nasara James Dabo

Nationwide — Meet Nasara James Dabo, a 13-year-old girl from Nigeria who has caught attention with her incredible feat. At the International Mathematical Olympiad, she solved 34 math problems in […]

Veteran Raquel Riley Thomas Becomes Media and Entertainment Mogul, Pioneering Positive Change

Raquel Riley Thomas

Nationwide — Raquel Riley Thomas, a distinguished U.S. Army Captain Veteran, Entrepreneur, Pageant Queen, and Humanitarian, has evolved into a media and entertainment mogul, reshaping industries and inspiring positive change. […]

Black Couple from California Launch Series of Real Estate Investment Courses

Charles Moore and Miesha Carter

Nationwide — Charles Moore and Miesha Carter, an innovative African American couple from Los Angeles, California is revolutionizing real estate investment accessibility with the launch of their Affordable Real Estate […]

34-Year-Old Black Mom of 5 Dying From Cancer is Writing a Book For Her Kids

Kourtni Smith

Nationwide — Kourtni Smith, a 34-year-old mother of five from St Mary’s County, Maryland, is currently battling terminal cancer with remarkable courage, aiming to inspire others and raise awareness about […]

Black Doctor, Owner of Period Panty Brand Launches Empowering Puberty Course for Girls

Dr. Amber Robin, Founder of Sanxtuary MD

Nationwide — Dr. Amber Robins, Founder and CEO of Sanxtuary MD, a Black-owned period panty brand that offers women maximum protection from leakage during their periods, has now also launched […]

Meet the Black Woman Using Her Story and Platform to Empower Victims of Domestic Violence

Fallon MK

Nationwide — Domestic violence survivor Fallon MK is using her story and platform to illuminate the realities of domestic abuse. Her mission is to offer not only expert insights but […]

21-Year Old Black Woman Makes History, Opens Homeless Shelter in Los Angeles

Miriam Haregot

Nationwide — Miriam Haregot, an African American woman from Los Angeles, who just turned 21 years old, has successfully an abandoned church into a homeless shelter. She is possibly the […]

Black Woman President of DC-Based Marketing Agency to Lead Social Impact Practice Using AI Solutions

Karen Baker

New Offer Enables Clients to Develop and Implement Strategic Marketing Approaches That Align the Values of Their Organizations With Attitudes of Key Stakeholders Nationwide — Marketing agency Boathouse Group has […]

10-Year-Old Black Girl Breaks World Record, Writes Longest Novel With 58,000 Words

Hephzibah Akinwale

Nationwide — Meet Hephzibah Akinwale, a 10-year-old Black girl from the United Kingdom who just broke the world record for the longest fiction book for children. Her book, Chronicles of […]

Black Mom on TikTok Responds to People Calling Her Daughter Fake, "My Baby is Real"

Abigail Morrison with baby

Nationwide — Abigail Morrison, a Jamaican mother from New York City, is speaking out about her baby after some people can’t believe her baby is real, mistaking her for a […]

Black Student From Mississippi Earns More Than $1.4M in Scholarships

Dana Bolden

Nationwide — Dana Bolden, a high school senior at Jim Hill High School in Jackson, Mississippi, has already secured over $1.4 million in scholarships, all in just 3 months into […]

Owner of Black-Owned Hair Salon in Metro Detroit Releases First Ever Natural Hair Dictionary

Natural Hair Dictionary

Nationwide — Mo Williams, founder of Such a Natural, a Black-owned hair salon in Metro Detroit, has authored and published the world’s first ever Natural Hair Dictionary®, a new book […]

28-Year-Old HBCU Medical School Grad Found Dead in Georgia, Family Demanding Answers

Diamond Clark

Nationwide — The family of Dr. Diamond Clarke, a recent graduate of Morehouse School of Medicine, is seeking justice after she was found dead in Georgia. Her family suspects foul […]

Brittany Chrishawn, Black Woman Who Survived Police Brutality Incident, to Launch New Documentary 'Unbroken Smile’

Brittany Chrishawn

Nationwide — Award-winning filmmaker and activist, Brittany Chrishawn, has launched a Kickstarter campaign for her poignant and inspiring documentary, Unbroken Smile. The film delves into her personal journey through adversity […]

Black Girlz Productions Presents Third Sold-Out Performance of “Love Letters to the Black Man” in Inglewood, California

Love Letters to the Black Man Inglewood performance

Nationwide — Black Girlz Productions presents “Love Letters to the Black Man” on August 3, 2024 at The Miracle Theater located in Inglewood, California. All are invited to attend this […]

Meet the Black Woman Entrepreneur Helping to Build a Shopping Center in Rhode Island

Maranda Walker

Nationwide — As an African American woman in real estate development, Maranda Walker Dowell is elevating the concept of ‘Buy the Block’ to remarkable new heights. She is the co-founder […]

Black Woman Entrepreneur Makes History with Her Line of Coffee That Combines the Power of Organic Mushrooms

Jessica Francois, Founder of Heavenz Shroomz Coffee

Nationwide — Jessica Francois, a 35-year-old Haitian American entrepreneur from West Palm Beach, Florida, has become the first Black woman in history to launch a line of mushroom coffee. Her […]

88-Year-Old Black Woman From Maryland Recognized For Three Decades of Foster Care

Emma Thompson

Nationwide — Emma Thompson, an 88-year-old African American woman from Montgomery County, Maryland, was honored for her 33 years of dedicated service as a foster parent. Having cared for over […]

Black Educator Inspires Healthy Relationships as the Author of Over 45 Captivating Books About Love

Kay Shanee

Nationwide — Meet Kay Shanee, a devoted African American mother, wife, and business education teacher, on a mission to create a positive narrative for Black love. With a passion for […]

Jacquelyn Price Ward, Vice President of the Chicago Teachers' Pension Fund Board of Trustees, Honored at NASP Chicago 2024 Trailblazing Women Luncheon

Jacquelyn Price Ward

Nationwide — Chicago Teachers’ Pension Fund (CTPF) Vice President Jacquelyn Price Ward was chosen as one of 20 Trailblazing Illinois Women who are champions of diversity and inclusion in financial […]

Meet the Specialist Who Helps Black Women to Identify and Fight Narcissistic Relationship Abuse

Ina Johnson Myers

Nationwide — Ina Johnson Myers is a specialist and relationship coach who helps women understand the difference between healthy and narcissistic love and relationships. Over the past 20+ years, she […]

Black Nonprofit Leader to Receive Exemplary Service Luminary Award from the National Bar Association

Toni D. Newman

Toni D. Newman, Director of The Coalition for Justice and Equality Across Movements at NMAC (National Minority AIDS Council) in Washington DC, is being honored by the National Bar Association’s […]

Two Black Medical Professionals Launch New Magazine to Empower Nurses

Founders of The Nurses Magazine

Nationwide – Meet Dr. Donel J. Richemond and Dr. Carl F. Charlot, MD, MBA, PA, two African American medical professionals who have launched The Nurses Magazine, an online magazine and […]

79-Year-Old Black Woman From Alabama Graduates, Earns Bachelor's Degree

Angerline Day

Nationwide — Angerline Day, a 79-year-old woman from Montgomery, Alabama, recently proudly graduated from college after four years of hard work. “I don’t give myself any expiration dates on anything,” […]

Black Teen Designs Her Prom Dress Inspired by Prince and Frog Disney Movie

Layla Hildreth

Nationwide — Layla Hildreth, an African American high school senior from Irondale, Alabama, designed her own prom dress, drawing inspiration from Princess Tiana, the beloved character from Disney’s The Princess and […]

12-Year-Old Black Girl From Florida Makes History, Graduates High School

E'leese Shelton

Nationwide — E’leese Shelton, a 12-year-old African-American girl from Tallahassee, Florida, has made national headlines after graduating from high school at such a young age.

Founder of Black-Owned Tech Startup Introduces Second 5G Smartphone Release

Chaymeriyia Moncrief

Nationwide — In a remarkable display of innovation, 29-year-old Chaymeriyia Moncrief, the founder of NSPRE, has introduced her second smartphone, 4 years after the first one. Moncrief, a tech founder […]

Black Trauma Specialist With 20 Years of Experience Working For Fortune 500 Companies to Deliver Groundbreaking Webcast

Tiffany Mensah

Nationwide — Tiffany Mensah, Certified Trauma Support Specialist and Executive Director of D.O.V.E.S. Network®, is set to deliver a groundbreaking webcast titled “Trauma-Informed HR: The Key to Unlocking Your Team’s […]

Black Female Pilot Retires From United Airlines After 34 Years

Theresa Claiborne

Nationwide — Theresa Claiborne, who once made history as the first African American female pilot in the United States Air Force, is making history again as she retires from United […]

Black Filipino Woman Makes History, Crowned Miss Universe Philippines For First Time Ever

Chelsea Manalo, Black woman who won Miss Universe Philippines

Nationwide — Chelsea Manalo, whose father is African American and mother is Filipina, has made history as the first Black woman ever to win the Miss Universe Philippines title. Her […]

Meet the Black Woman Making History as a Nurse Despite Being Wheelchair Bound

Andrea Dalzell

Nationwide — Meet Andrea Dalzell, an African American woman from New York City who became a Registered Nurse despite being wheelchair-bound since childhood. Andrea, also known as The Seated Nurse, […]

94-Year-Old Grandmother Fulfills Her Dream of Wearing a Wedding Dress

Martha Mae Ophelia Moon Tucker

Nationwide — At 94 years old, Martha Mae Ophelia Moon Tucker finally fulfilled her lifelong dream of wearing a wedding dress. This comes nearly 7 decades after her wedding in […]

Meet the Black Designer Whose Vibrant Decor Collection is Now Available at Macy’s, Wayfair, Target, and other Major Retailers

Rochelle Porter

Nationwide — Rochelle Porter Design, a leading Black woman-owned home decor brand, is excited to announce the availability of its new decor collection at major retailers nationwide, just in time […]

Two Black Teens Create Children's Book Exposing Secret FBI Tactics Used to Neutralize Civil Rights Activists

Autumn Kendall and Aurora Morgan

Teenagers Autumn Kendall, 14, and Aurora Morgan, 15, gear up for their book signing event debuting a children’s book that sheds light on historical events, featuring characters inspired by civil […]

Black Woman Who Survived a Plane Crash Earns Masters Degree in Business

Kechi Okwuchi

Nationwide — Meet Kechi Okwuchi, a survivor of a devastating plane crash in Nigeria, who years later, successfully earned her Master of Business Administration (MBA) with distinction. Despite enduring severe […]

The Donny Hathaway Legacy Project Sponsors Tribute to Donny Hathaway Produced by Brother Let’s Talk in Partnership with Birmingham Cares

Donnita Hathaway

Event Celebrates the Music Icon’s Legacy and Highlights Mental Health Awareness Month Nationwide — Donnita Hathaway, daughter of music legend Donny Hathaway, and founder of the not-for-profit organization, The Donny […]

Founder Launches New Social Media App Called 'BlackListed' to Empower Black Community Through Networking

Channing Bell, Founder of BlackListed app

Nationwide — Channing Bell, a visionary African American woman with over a decade of experience in product management across the technology and oil and gas sectors, has launched a new […]

102-Year-Old Black Woman From Virginia Makes History, Finally Earns College Degree

Sarah Simpkins

Nationwide — At 102 years old, Sarah Simpkins has achieved her dream of earning a college degree as she recently graduated from Brightpoint Community College’s Early Childhood Education program in […]

Triplets From Colorado Graduate From High School at the Top of Their Class

Black triplets graduate

Nationwide — Triplets Mariah, Mercy, and Samuel Addai-Opoku, who are from Aurora, Colorado, have simultaneously graduated from high school at the top of their class. Their parents, Kwasi and Margaret […]

Houston Area Black Entrepreneur Whose Banana Pudding Spot Was Reviewed By Keith Lee Expands Menu

Janel Prator with Keith and wife at The Puddery in Pearland, Texas

Nationwide — Janel Prator is the Founder and CEO of The Puddery, a Black-owned dessert spot in Pearland, Texas, that according to Keith Lee sells the best banana pudding in […]

Doctor Makes History, Opens First Black Woman-Owned Sleep Clinic to Help Children and Families Sleep Better

Dr. Funke Afolabi-Brown

Nationwide — Dr. Funke Afolabi-Brown, the Founder and CEO of The Restful Sleep Place, the first Black woman-owned sleep clinic, provides holistic sleep care for children from infancy to 18 […]

Black Mom and Daughter Make History, Graduate Together from Rutgers University

Latonya Johnson and daughter, Laila

Nationwide — In a touching moment, Latonya Johnson, who is 43 years old, and her daughter, Laila, who is 21 years old, are proudly celebrating their simultaneous graduation from Rutgers […]

Black Teen From Louisiana Named Valedictorian and Receives Nearly $1M in Scholarships From 13 Colleges

Cur'Dericka Rice

Nationwide — Cur’Dericka Rice, a 17-year-old African American girl from Monroe, Louisiana, graduated valedictorian with a perfect 4.0 GPA and a remarkable 33 on her ACT. What’s more, she earned […]