Something we've discussed on the podcast is wanting to provide a space where folks can easily access directories of small businesses, so we can be more mindful of where we spend our money. The following is a list of locations we've sourced and been provided by others, so this is by no means an exhaustive list! If you have any suggestions or recommendations, please reach out to us, and we'll add them in.
Directories for Black-Owned Businesses
Global
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Black Directory
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| https://www.blackdirectory.com/ |
| When you need to hire a contractor or vendor, Black Directory provides extensive listings that you can narrow by category. For example, the site currently lists 1,593 Black attorneys and 1,493 Black accountants. |
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Black Owned Association
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| https://blackownedassociation.com/ |
| Black Owned Association is a database of Black-owned retail businesses, cosmetics, skincare, food, beauty, health, home goods, and more. You can search by women-owned, category, or region. |
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Blistey
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| https://blistey.com/ |
| Blistey is a directory of local businesses owned by people of colour. You can use the site's search function to find businesses in your area or look at the featured listings for recommendations. The company said it will donate 5% of its profits to help train women of colour and formerly incarcerated people through programs that can help them attain higher-paid positions. |
Canada
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AfroBiz Canada
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| https://www.afrobiz.ca/ |
| We are the most recently updated and most comprehensive directory of Black owned businesses & Black entrepreneurs in Canada. Discover the world of Black entrepreneurship and all that it offers. From community events to great products and services. |
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Black Biz Global
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| https://blackbizglobal.com/ |
| Ahead are top-ranking websites and business listings, helping you to locate and support Black-owned businesses in your area. Visit these websites to find restaurants, stores, and a variety of different establishments all founded by Black entrepreneurs. |
France
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AfroBiz France
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| https://www.afrobiz.fr/ |
| Nous sommes le répertoire le plus récemment mis à jour et le plus complet d'entreprises black owned et d'entrepreneurs noirs en France. Découvrez le monde de l'entrepreneuriat Black Owned et tout ce qu'il offre. Des événements communautaires aux excellents produits et services. |
United Kingdom
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AfroBiz UK
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| https://www.afrobiz.uk/ |
| The UK’s most comprehensive and constantly updated directory of Black-owned businesses and entrepreneurs. Dive into a world of Black entrepreneurship—discover community events, exceptional products, and outstanding services—all in one place. |
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AfroLift
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| https://afrolift.com/ |
| Our mission is to help black-owned businesses succeed. By creating the UK’s largest directory of black-owned businesses, we will help consumers discover and support businesses that are engines of opportunity within the black community |
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Black2Business
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| https://black2business.uk/ |
| Search the UK's leading Black-Owned Business Directory. Our platform is open to all business owners, entrepreneurs, freelancers and professionals who belong to the African and Caribbean diaspora within the UK. Get listed quickly and easily today to reach our thousands of users and your potential customers. |
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Black Central
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| https://www.blackcentral.net/ |
| A dynamic platform dedicated to supporting and empowering all Black businesses and business owners in the UK. The initiative aims to bridge the gap in access to resources, networks, and opportunities that are often limited for Black individuals in the business landscape. By fostering a community of like-minded businesses, we provide an essential platform and support to help our black community thrive in their ventures. |
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Black Eats LDN
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| https://www.blackeatsldn.com/ |
| Black Eats is a food and culture platform that champions, showcases, and celebrates Black-owned businesses. Launched in August 2020, our purpose-led platform was created in response to a clear lack of spotlight on Black-owned restaurants in mainstream media. Our goal is to inspire sustainable support for Black food and hospitality businesses and boost the UK’s Black food scene. |
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Black Owned London
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| https://www.blackownedlondon.com/ |
| Black Owned London makes it easier for you to discover Black Owned Businesses in the Capital. As you navigate the streets of London, click on our map and see if there is a featured business near you. |
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The Black Umbrella
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| https://www.theblackumbrella.co.uk/ |
| As well as hosting a business directory, The Black Umbrella would like to become a central hub for the Waltham Forest Black Business community, organising events, connecting people and providing business support. |
United States
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AfroBiz World
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| https://www.afrobizworld.com/ |
| We are the United States' most comprehensive directory of Black owned businesses & Black entrepreneurs. We are the source for all local Black community events. |
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Black Business List
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| https://www.blackbusinesslist.com/ |
| The Black Business List hosts a vast directory of Black entrepreneurs and professionals in a variety of industries and services, from consulting and IT products to financial services and social media marketing. |
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Black-Owned Brooklyn
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| https://www.blackownedbrooklyn.com/ |
| Black-Owned Brooklyn is an online publication and social media account that highlights Black-owned businesses in the Brooklyn borough of New York City. The site profiles both longstanding establishments and up-and-coming entrepreneurs. |
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Buy Black
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| https://www.buyblack.org/ |
| Offers a comprehensive list of Black-owned businesses nationwide, with categories like restaurants, services, and retail. |
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By Black
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| https://byblack.us/ |
| A U.S. Black Chamber of Commerce directory for finding Black-owned businesses, offering certifications and local guides for various cities. |
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Harlem Parade
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| https://www.harlemparade.org/ |
| Harlem Parade is an initiative cofounded by CJ Smith, editor-in-chief of Creative Genius Report, and Dnay Baptiste, a dancer for Beyonce and Megan Thee Stallion. The site's directory profiles Black-owned businesses in New York City's Harlem neighbourhood, a long-standing mecca for Black culture and entrepreneurship. |
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Intentionalist
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| https://intentionalist.com/ |
| Whether you're ordering lunch for your team or looking for a photographer for your next marketing campaign, Intentionalist has directories for finding local minority-owned businesses in major cities across the country. |
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Naspora
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| https://naspora.com/ |
| Formerly operating as We Buy Black, Naspora is the leading online marketplace for conscious spending, championing mission-driven brands and brands from underserved and historically disenfranchised communities. |
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National Black Guide
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| https://www.nationalblackguide.com/ |
| National Black Guide is a database of Black-owned businesses in retail, professional services, dining, art, healthcare, fitness, automotive, entertainment, and more. You can search by type of business or by any metro area in the US and Canada. |
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Shoppe Black
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| https://shoppeblack.us/ |
| Shoppe Black is a publication that features stories on Black founders and business owners and provides resources for entrepreneurs. Its archive of Black Business Lists can help you find Black-owned bookstores, restaurants, farms, clothing brands, and much more. |
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Virginia Black Business Directory
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| https://members.vablackbusinessdirectory.org/directory |
| Launched by Ernisha and Tracey Hall in January 2020, the Virginia Black Business Directory (VABBD) is a collection of Black-owned businesses in the Virginia, Maryland, and Washington D.C. area, though many of the businesses can operate online and serve customers elsewhere in the country. |
Directories for Queer-Owned Businesses
Global
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Everywhere is Queer
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| https://www.everywhereisqueer.com/ |
| Everywhere Is Queer is a public resource (and ever-growing searchable map!) created for the LGBTQIA2S+ and ally community to find welcoming, queer-owned spaces to shop, connect, eat, learn, and grow all over the world… even in your own neighborhood! |
United Kingdom
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The Great LGBTQ UK Business Directory
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| https://lesbemums.com/lgbtq/the-great-lgbtq-uk-business-directory/ |
| Everyone on this LGBTQ+ business list has been recommended to us via followers or by the owners themselves; therefore, this is an ever-growing list. If you would like to be added to the list or would like to recommend an LGBTQ+ business, complete the form at the end of this post. |
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The LGBTQ+ Friendly Directory
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| https://thelgbtqfriendlydirectory.com/ |
| We provide safe spaces and inclusive services for everyone, including our trans community. Feel welcomed and valued here. |
United States
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The Pink Pages Directory
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| https://thepinkpagesdirectory.com/ |
| Connecting the LGBTQIA+ community to carefully chosen and vetted, safe, and welcoming business services and organisations has been our passion since 1989. Search our directory (North America) below to find what you’re looking for. If you are in Ontario/Montreal, browse the iconic annual edition (flipbook or free download formats). We are here to serve! |
