Black Business and Financial Literacy

At Black By God, we champion Black Business and Financial Literacy as twin pillars of economic empowerment. Recognizing the rich legacy of Black entrepreneurship, we’re dedicated to nurturing its growth while also emphasizing the importance of financial education. In a world of complex economic challenges, we believe that fostering a deep understanding of financial principles, coupled with the celebration and support of Black-owned businesses, is key to building a prosperous future for our community.

Black By God Proudly Announces the Launch of the Black on the Map Project

Please share information about your Black-owned business or any Black-owned businesses in your town.

Latest in Black Business and Financial Literacy
Black on the Map Project: Phat Daddy’s on Da Tracks Gives Me My First Taste of NY Since Moving Home

Welcome to part one of my series with BBG for the Map project, as I travel to spotlight outstanding Black-owned businesses in Kanawha, Fayette, Berkeley, Cabell, Jefferson, Marion, McDowell, Mercer, Monongalia, and Raleigh counties.

Building Up the West Side: Cooperation is the Way
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As Small Businesses in West Virginia Struggle to Get Off the Ground, Some Seek New Funding Sources

Despite state funding programs and education networks, entrepreneurs say it can be hard to navigate resources.

Expanding Financial Inclusion in West Virginia: The Role of CDFIs and MDIs

For years, marginalized communities have faced significant challenges when accessing traditional banking services. A substantial portion of the population remains unbanked or underbanked, lacking access to essential financial resources.

Connecting in the Eastern Panhandle

Black Owned in Berkeley County offers Black and minority businesses the opportunity to meet and support one another

Watch ‘The Barber of Little Rock’: A Call for Economic Warriors in the Fight Against the Racial Wealth Gap

Element Federal Credit Union and CDFIs alike are indispensable to Black businesses, offering financial products and services tailored for low-income communities and small businesses often neglected by conventional banks.

Project Spotlight West: Donteako Wilson

A West Side Success Story Who is Shaping Community and Business Excellence in Charleston, West Virginia

African American EconomicDevelopment at Marshall University