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BUSINESS
Connecting & Collaborating Black-owned Businesses
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BE MORE in BUSINESS by celebrating the hustle while building sustainable training options, career pathways, and wealth for our community, leaving a rich legacy for generations to come.
black business directory
MINDING OUR BLACK OWNED BUSINESSES
We're continuing to build our Alliance database of Black-owned & operated businesses in our area. Help us gather details and strengthen our community together!
august black business month & flash mobs
Since 2004 - August has been celebrated as National Black Business Month. Help amplify the marketing efforts of our Black-owned businesses by supporting our Black Business BLOCK PARTY hosting during 2nd Saturday Artwalk in August.
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A purchase, a referral, a social media share, or a review can go a very long way when it comes to supporting our community - so we've coordinated several Black Business Flash Mobs through August.
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alliance black marketplace
Pomona's Art Colony has the oldest and largest Artwalks in the nation, with access to several artists lofts, museums, galleries and shops. Our Alliance Black Marktetplace spotlights inspiring Black creators, educators, designers, musicians, entrepreneurs, and more in front of the Alliance Community Cultural Center every 2nd Saturday.
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ujamaa exchange
at the alliance
The Alliance Ujamaa Exchange is a cultural gift shop and community marketplace located inside the Alliance Community Cultural Center. It serves as a business incubator dedicated to uplifting local Black-owned businesses, independent creators, and holistic wellness brands.
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Visit during Alliance Open Hours and Special Events
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ubuntu sessions
Ubuntu is an indigenous African philosophy and way of life that has been used for many centuries to shape, guide, and maintain positive human interactions, relationships and well-being among communities.
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Join our quarterly Ubuntu Sessions uniting leaders of local Black-owned non-profits and community based organizations fostering synergy as we work within the communities we serve.
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alliance artist incubation pathway
In collaboration with Eastside Arts Initiative, our goal through the Alliance Incubation Pathway is to nurture Black artists and cultural storytellers as both creatives and entreprenuers, opening clear pathways to sustainable careers in arts and entertainment. Participants gain initial exposure through pop-up marketplaces, exhibitions, and performances, then develop skills in curating, interviews, and storytelling.