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First Independence Bank, Minnesota’s First Black-Owned Bank, Opens Branch In St. Paul

Minnesota’s first Black-owned bank has expanded to St. Paul's Neighborhood Development Center to help build generational wealth.

Jun 29, 2026

Amanda Spann Wants To Empower ‘Missing Middle’ Professionals To Build Tech Startups Even If They Don't Know How To Code

Through The App Accelerator and a forthcoming book, Amanda Spann equips everyday professionals to build scalable businesses.

Feb 2, 2026

Digital Pioneers Academy, A Computer Science School In Washington DC, Will Pay Students $50 Weekly For Attendance

Digital Pioneers Academy will give selected seniors $50 a week to combat chronic absenteeism and observe how cash impacts student success.

Oct 1, 2025

Cheryl McKissack Daniel Is Carrying On Her Family’s Legacy — Leading the Nation’s Oldest Black-Owned Construction Firm

As CEO, Cheryl McKissack Daniel carries on a 230-year legacy at McKissack & McKissack as she helps tackle Atlanta’s MARTA expansion.

Sep 18, 2025

Your Major Matters — A Guide To High-Paying Fields And HBCUs

These are the highest paying majors, plus some HBCUs with great programs to enroll in.

Aug 21, 2025

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson Announces Plans To Expand $10M Sustainable Community School Program

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson has announced plans to expand $10 million sustainable community school program.

Aug 6, 2025

Fearless Fund CEO And Founding Partner Arian Simone Launches New Global Initiative Aimed At Advancing Economic Inclusion

Fearless Fund CEO Arian Simone introduces Fearless Freedom, a movement for financial inclusion and economic equality worldwide.

Amen Rahh Led A South LA High School To A 100% Graduation Rate, Now He's Using Fintech To Fight Absenteeism And Build Black Wealth

Learn how Knowlej uses AI and fintech to reward underserved students, boost engagement, and help close the wealth gap.

Jul 23, 2025

3 Black Women Entrepreneurs Launch Community-Driven Business Schools For And By Detroiters In An Aim To Bridge The Wealth Gap

From culturally grounded classrooms to community-owned schools, three Black women in Detroit are on a mission to redefine business education.

Jul 18, 2025

With $65M In Assets, Redemption Bank Becomes First Black-Owned In The West

Following a delayed acquisition, Utah's Redemption Bank has become the only bank located outside of an economically vulnerable community.

Jun 20, 2025

Goodr, A Black Woman-Owned Sustainable Food Waste Startup, Heads To Chicago With Its First Free Grocery Store Located In A Hospital

Black woman-owned Goodr, led by Jasmine Crowe-Houston, opens a grocery store in a Chicago hospital, its first permanent location there.

Jun 13, 2025

Brookings Metro Launches Dashboard To Bridge The Racial Wealth And Black Business Ownership Gaps

The Black Business Parity Dashboard reveals how achieving equity in Black-owned business ownership could create jobs in metropolitan cities.

Jun 13, 2025

Marsai Martin Sets Out To Help 10,000 Young Women Build Wealth Over The Next 3 Years

Marsai Martin launches a new initiative with Seeds of Fortune Inc. to teach financial skills and build wealth for 10,000 young women.

Jun 12, 2025

Watch Now: Maryland Governor Wes Moore Shares Insights On Building A Future Rooted in Work, Wages, And Wealth At AFROTECH™ 2024

At AFROTECH™ 2024, Maryland Governor Wes Moore shared his vision for inclusive growth, public service, and Black entrepreneurial success.

May 16, 2025

Why Some Social Security Benefits Recipients Will Get Double Payments In May

Social security benefits through SSA will be paid twice in May due to a calendar shift, with the second payment covering June’s benefits.

Apr 28, 2025