ACTIONABLE WAYS TO SUPPORT OUR BLACK COMMUNITY, Now & Always
BY THE RVAX TEAM
This month and all year long, it’s vital to support our black-owned businesses and amplify their voices as we continue to move toward building a better Richmond for all. Below, you’ll find a roundup of small businesses to shop, organizations to get involved with, and social media accounts to follow.
PS: Did we miss a spot? This guide includes some of the classics and our favorites, but if there’s someplace you think we should add, let us know here!
Image Source: Ruby Scoops
Image Source: The Beet Box
Image Source: Bite By Bite & Co
Caterers & private chefs
Image Source: Bar-Q
Restaurants & watering holes
Mama J’s Kitchen (+ Mama J’s Market)
Image Source: Penny’s Wine Shop
Image Source: The Blowout King
Experiences & self-care spots
Image Source: Andre Julius
Tourism
BLK RVA is a true celebration of Black culture in Richmond, Virginia. From the org’s website: “Black contributions to Richmond’s culture dates back centuries, and our restaurants, communities, and legacies continue to thrive here. We're more vibrant than ever before; we're rooted in our history, yet rising to create unique, authentic experiences for all who visit. Here, you can connect with your past, celebrate the present, and look towards a future that’s filled with Black Excellence. It’s worth traveling for. So Plan A Trip, Grab A Bite, Catch A Vibe and see all that BLK RVA has to offer.”
We’ve got more where that came from:
