Minneapolis:
To contact Mayor Frey - Call (612) 673-2100 and fill out https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/d189a2276e234cacb9f02db60dac0569
To contact the MNPD commissioner - (612) 673-3012
To contact Governor Walz - 651-201-3400 and visit https://mn.gov/governor/contact/
To contact Minnesota representative - (202) 225-4755 Omar Ilhan, (202) 225-6631 Betty Mccollum, (202) 225-2871 Dean Phillips
Donate to:
https://www.blackvisionsmn.org
https://www.reclaimtheblock.org/home
https://www.gofundme.com/f/funds-to-support-vulnerable-queer-somali
https://northstarhealth.wordpress.com/donate/
https://www.gofundme.com/f/georgefloyd
Community Outreach:
https://www.spys.org/youthpower A program geared to strengthen the sense of identity, culture and community to young black men and women with creative and critical thinking through storytelling vehicles and community building models
https://youthprise.org Built to increase equity amongst Minnesotan low income black and brown youth
https://www.haitioutreach.org This program provides Minnesotan Haitians with training, technical and management skills, and financial assistance to create sustainable clean water projects
https://www.youthlinkmn.org Connecting homeless to a community of resources and help them discover pathways that get them where they need to go
Black Owned Businesses to support (Most of these are ones impacted that have started funds and will need help rebuilding):
NYC:
To contact Mayor de Blasio - Text 3-1-1 for NYC folks and 2-1-2-NEW-YORK for those outside of NYC or Call 212-504-4115.
To contact the NYPD commissioner - Fill out this form https://www1.nyc.gov/site/nypd/about/about-nypd/email-the-commissioner.page
To contact Governor Cuomo - Call (212) 681-4580 and fill out this form https://www.governor.ny.gov/content/governor-contact-form
To contact New York representatives - (202) 225-3965 Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, (202) 225-7944 Carolyn Maloney, (202) 225-2601 Grace Meng
Donate to:
https://brooklynbailfund.org/donation-form
https://thebronxfreedomfund.org
https://freethemall4publichealth.org
Community Outreach:
https://www.dancetheatreofharlem.org Provides social justice training through art education; performing the most demanding repertory at the highest level of quality
http://www.readingholidayproject.org/a-homepage-section/mission/ Helps provide young black boys to identify as readers by connecting books and reading in a male-centered space; involving black men during young black boys early reading experiences
https://www.powerplaynyc.org Empowering young women of color through sports participation
https://www.digitalundivided.com social enterprise that takes an innovative, transformative approach to economic empowerment by encouraging Black and Latina women to own their economic security through entrepreneurship.
Black Owned Businesses to support:
http://sylviasrestaurant.com Sylvia’s Soul Food Restaurant of Harlem https://www.makemanifestbk.com MakeManifest BK, Clothes and Goods
https://www.nypl.org/locations/schomburg Schomburg Research for Black Culture of Harlem, an archive repository for information on people of African descent worldwide.\
https://linktr.ee/brooklynrecess Operated in Brooklyn by Black women for young black girls who are interested in learning the art of double dutch
https://zamboaroma.com Located in the Bronx, a beauty product services with hair care, body care, natural balms for black people
Oakland:
To contact Mayor Schaaf - Call (669) 900-6833
To contact the OAKPD commissioner - 510-238-2187 and email “JAWatson@oaklandca.gov”
To contact Governor Newsom - (916) 445-2841 and fill out this form https://govapps.gov.ca.gov/gov40mail/
To contact California representative - Barbara Lee (202) 225-2661
Donate to:
Cashapp - $PeoplesProgram
Paypal - https://www.paypal.me/peoplesprograms
Venmo - https://venmo.com/Peoples-Programs
Community Outreach:
https://unitedrootsoakland.org creating an ecosystem of opportunities for young black people
https://www.100bmsv.com education, health and wellness, mentoring, leadership development, economic development for young black men
https://www.1000mothers.org devoted to serving families and friends who have been directly impacted by violence.
https://www.radicallyfitoakland.com The Bay Area's body positive community gym for all queer, trans, POC, big bodied and fat identified folx and their allies, regardless of experience or ability.
Black Owned Businesses to support:
https://www.facebook.com/uppityEDUTAINMENT/ Uppity Edutainment, A positive space to celebrate African culture in the diaspora.
http://places.singleplatform.com/miss-ollies-0/menu?ref=google Caribbean Soul Food
https://mailchi.mp/c5be16b74831/nailproslaunch Nail Professionals Nail Bar that provides Luxury Mobile Nail Services and Events
https://www.summerinspiredcrafts.com Customize attractive, all-embracing, and unforgettable decorative glassware, apparel, mugs, keepsakes (+ more) for professional/personal events and all occasions.
Dallas:
To contact Mayor Johnson - Call (214) 670- 3301 and fill out this form https://dallascityhall.com/government/citymayor/Pages/contact.aspx
To contact the DLPD commissioner: Call 214- 744- 4444
To contact Governor Abbott - (800) 843-5789 for
Texas callers and (512) 463-1782 for non-Texan Callers or anyone from Austin,
Texas. And fill out this form https://gov.texas.gov/apps/contact/opinion.aspx
To contact Texas representative - (202) 225-8885 Eddie Bernice Johnson
Donate to:
https://faithintx.org/bailfund/
https://www.restoringjustice.org/give
Community Outreach:
http://www.rockthepeace.org Designed to engage communities in addressing the roots of racism through actionable dialogue and constructive change
https://dallasblackchamber.org Black Chamber of Commerce, has served as an advocate for the creation, growth, and general welfare of African American businesses in the Dallas community
https://blackcontractors.org Regional Black Contractors Association, a growing organization that is assisting the community with jobs in construction and giving back to the community.
Black Owned Businesses to support: https://compassionatefamilyhealthcare.com Compassionate Family Healthcare Tamara Washington, APRN, FPN-C, Family Health Care Provider
https://charly.towergarden.com Vertical Life Farms, works with the community to develop and implement vertical farming technology solutions that grow food in urban environments
https://www.damunchiesdfw.com Da Munchies, vegan based restaurant
http://www.aamdallas.org The African American Museum is an institution dedicated to the research, identification, selection, acquisition, presentation & preservation of visual art forms
https://www.facebook.com/GreedyGroveSmokeShop2/ Smoke shop with electronic devices, tobacco, cbd products and more!
Burlington:
To contact Mayor Weinberger - Call (802)- 865-7272 and email “mayor@burlingtonvt.gov”
To contact the BTVPD commissioner - 802- 540-2107 and email “strammell@bpdvt.org”
To contact Governor Phil Scott - 802 828-3333 and fill out this form https://governor.vermont.gov/email
To contact Vermont representative - (202) 225-4115 Peter Welch
Donate to:
(and when the time comes, funding UVM/Champlain/Saint Mikes WOCOCO and BSU led events)
Community Outreach:
https://www.pjcvt.org Peace and Justice Center, addressing intersectional issues of economic, social, and racial justice
https://www.lpmentoring.org Living Proof Mentoring, creating and nurturing black youth and black mentor relationships through storytelling and education
https://www.dreamprogram.org DREAM Program for low income children, composed mainly of youth of color
Black Owned Businesses to support:
https://www.facebook.com/BTVethiopian/ Ethiopian and Eritrean Cuisine of Vermont
email: sereke@yahoo.com or tewmlde@yahoo.com
https://www.healthykingdomlife.com Mawuhi African Market, composed of a range of goods from braiding hair to foods
http://www.clemmonsfamilyfarm.org/about.html Clemmons Family Farm, one of the largest black owned historic farms in Vermont
BraidsbyTonoki, Instagram @BraidsbyTonoki or @ChristelTonoki, Versatile braiding styles in an equitable, fresh fashion
Rajnii Eddins “Their Names Are Mine” poetry book, found at https://www.rajniieddins.com/ or theirnamesaremine@gmail.com for purchase.
Atlanta:
To contact Mayor Bottoms - (404) - 330 - 6100 and fill out this form https://scheduling.atlantaga.gov
To contact the ATLPD commissioner - 404-546-6900 or Email Chief Shields
To contact Governor Kemp - 404- 656-1776 and fill out this form https://gov.georgia.gov/contact-us/constituent-services
To contact Georgia representative - (202) 225-3801 John Lewis
Donate to:
https://www.gofundme.com/f/supportblackownedbusinesses
https://actionnetwork.org/fundraising/support-justiceforgeorgefloyd-protesters-in-atlanta/
Community Outreach:
https://www.cbww.org The Center For Black Women's Wellness, provides a range of services community-based, family service center committed to improving the health and well-being of underserved Black women and their families.
https://www.liftupatlanta.org LiftUp Atlanta, provides the homeless and low income families in the metro Atlanta area with safe housing, food, clothing and other services designed to help them meet their basic needs
https://www.trinityvisionglobal.com Trinity Vision, provides resources and services to individuals, families and to those who support those citizens and self-management, empowerment skills.
https://100blackmen-atlanta.org 100 Black Men of Atlanta, Provides support and works to improve the quality of life for youth through academic and cultural enrichment, tutoring, mentoring and scholarship initiatives.
https://www.ropheka.net Ropheka Rock of the World, provides HIV/AIDS counseling, substance abuse treatment, residential housing and spiritual enrichment for men and women in prison and emergency food assistance for families.
Black Owned Businesses to support:
https://atlantalife.com Atlanta Life Insurance Company was founded over 100 years ago by former slave and now provides employee benefit programs in a wide range of industries, including airlines, retailers, steel manufacturers, aerospace and defense companies
https://www.thatsawrapatl.com Thats a Wrap, Gift wrapping and balloon boutique
http://ww5.eandcpopcorn.com E and C popcorn, you can purchase specialty popcorn from the comfort of your own home by ordering online
http://www.iamhoneysucklemoon.com The spa created by L'Angela "Honeysuckle Moon" Lee provides facials that incorporate fresh ingredients, such as aloe, witch hazel bark and almond. Clay masks, beard grooming, reflexology, exfoliation and henna are also available.
Louisville:
To contact Mayor Fischer - (502) 574-2003 https://louisvilleky.gov/government/mayor-greg-fischer/contact-mayors-office
To contact the LVPD commissioner - Fill out this form https://www.louisville-police.org/formcenter/About-Us-4/Email-the-Chief-43
To contact Governor Beshear - (502) 564-2611 and fill out this form https://governor.ky.gov/Contact-Us/Pages/Contact-Us.aspx
To contact Kentucky representative: 502-582-5129 John Yarmuth
Donate to:
https://actionnetwork.org/fundraising/louisville-community-bail-fund/
https://www.paypal.me/TraversalNetworks
https://www.gofundme.com/f/legal-representation-for-kenneth-walker
Community Outreach:
https://www.noirbcc.org Noir Black Chambers of Commerce, to grow and sustain black businesses across America
http://100bmol.org 100 Black Men of Louisville, working towards improving the quality of life within the black community and enhancing economic and educational opportunities
https://kyyouth.org Kentucky Youth Advocates - Advocates for policies to give children the best possible opportunities
Black Owned Businesses to support:
http://shirleymaescafe.com Shirley Maes Cafe, Southern comfort food
https://kizito.com African baked goods
https://www.virtuouswomenempowerment.com/vwe-the-next-door-market-inc The Next Door Market, black owned grocery store
270-320-3458 Melodic Elements, Natural Deodorants
http://www.yourhealthycrown.com Studio524, Hair Salon
Chicago:
To contact Mayor Lightfoot - Call (312)-744-9500 and fill out this form https://webapps1.chicago.gov/eforms/moletterrequest
To contact the CHIPD commissioner - (312) 746-6000 and email CLEARPATH@chicagopolice.org
To contact Governor Pritzker - 312-814-2121 and fill out this form https://www2.illinois.gov/sites/gov/contactus/Pages/Recognition.aspx
To contact Illinois representatives - (202) 225-4372 Bobby Rush, (202) 225-8203 Jesus Chuy Garcia
Donate to:
http://www.blackstarproject.org
Community Outreach:
http://www.linkunlimited.org LINK unlimited is a non-profit organization that provides low income black high school students from Chicago with educational support, scholarships, and professional mentors to usher them through all four years of high school
http://clclaw.org Chicago Legal Clinic: Low-cost legal service
https://caaip.org Chicago African Americans in Philanthropy membership organization is committed to promoting dialogue, advocating for investment in African American communities, and building infrastructure for equitable leadership roles in the social sector
http://blackgirlsbreakbread.org/about/ Black Girls Break Bread mission is to empower, uplift and inspire black women and girls through the creation of safe spaces for intergenerational discourse and engagement
http://www.blackstarproject.org The Black Star Project is to provide educational services that improve the lives of less-advantaged Black communities and to close the racial academic achievement gap.
Black Owned Businesses to support:
https://loccessories.com Loccessories, culturally inspired confidence for curls, coils, kinks, and locs
https://mikkeys.com Retro-style eatery featuring classic American fare such as cheeseburgers, shakes, wings and fries.
https://www.tesfacuisine.com Tesfa Ethiopian cuisine
https://buddyguy.com Buddy Guy’s Legends, Jazz and Blues club
https://www.muntu.com Muntu dance, "the essence of humanity." The company seeks to express its work and to touch in its audiences.
District of Columbia
To contact Mayor Bowser - Call (202) 727-2643 and mail - eom@dc.gov
To contact the MPDC commissioner - (202)-727-9099 and visit https://mpdc.dc.gov
To contact governor Jay Inslee (202) 624-3546 and visit https://www.governor.wa.gov/office-governor/office/washington-dc-office
To contact Representative Eleanor Holmes Norton
Donate to:
Community Outreach:
Black Owned Businesses to Support:
Here is a list of some Black owned businesses in DC to be supporting now and always:
To Support During COVID-19:
Boston:
To contact Mayor Walsh - Call (617) 635-4500 and email info@martywalsh.org
To contact the BOSPD commissioner - 617-343-4500 and email mediarelations@pd.boston.gov
To contact Governor Baker - 617-725-4005 and fill out this form https://www.mass.gov/forms/email-the-governors-office
To contact Massachusetts representative - (617) 428-2000 Stephen Lynch and fill out this form https://lynch.house.gov/contact-me/email-me
Donate to:
https://www.sistersunchained.com/take-action
https://www.muslimjusticeleague.org/support/
http://www.justiceashealing.org
Community Outreach:
http://naacpboston.com NAACP Boston Young Adult Committee, Ensuring the political, educational, social, and economic equality of rights of all persons and striving to eliminate race-based discrimination.
http://www.ypnulem.org/about/presidents-message/ National Urban League Young Professionals Network of the Urban League of Eastern Massachusetts, Dedicated to helping people improve their lives and building stronger communities by providing local residents with education, job training and placement at no cost.
http://www.nfbpaboston.org Committed to strengthening the position of Blacks within the field of public administration by increasing the number of Blacks appointed to executive positions in public service organizations; and to groom and prepare younger aspiring administrators for senior public management posts in the years ahead.
http://www.liteworkevents.com/blackprofessionals/ New England Blacks in Philanthropy, An affinity membership group that unites Black philanthropists, trustees and staff of grant making institutions to enhance philanthropy’s ability to address the needs of Black communities.
https://www.nbna.org Representing Black nurses in the US, Caribbean and Africa.
Black Owned Businesses to support:
https://frugalbookstore.net Frugal Bookstore is a community bookstore with a passion for promoting literacy within our children, teens, and adults.
https://oakbluffsinn.com Oak Bluffs Inn is a highly rated 9-bedroom B&B located minutes away from the beach and features scenic gardens on the grounds. This inn is located just a 2-minute drive from Martha’s Vineyard Ferry in Oak Bluffs
https://www.beehiveboston.com The Beehive is a hip spot for creative New American fare, cocktails, daily live music, jazz brunch & patio dining.
http://theurbangrape.com The Urban Grapeis the first wine, craft beer, and spirits store to organize wines by their body, rather than varietal or region.
http://www.bredgourmet.com Bred Gourmet is a small burger bar that serves gourmet patties & toppings, plus kale drinks, smoothies, salads & more.
Los Angeles:
To contact Mayor Garcetti - Email mayor.helpdesk@lacity.org and Call (213) 978-0600
To contact the LAPD commissioner - Call 213 236-1400 and fill out this form policecommission@lapd.online
To contact Governor Newsom - (916) 445-2841 and fill out this form https://govapps.gov.ca.gov/gov40mail/
To contact California representative - (202) 225-6235 Jimmy Gomez
Donate to:
https://secure.givelively.org/donate/the-bail-project
https://www.gofundme.com/f/blmla?utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=m_pd+share-sheet
https://www.gofundme.com/f/peoples-city-council-ticket-fund
IMPORTANT NOTICE: LA CITY BUDGET is due TODAY. $3 BILLION and 54% of the budget goes to LAPD. YOU’VE SEEN HOW THE LAPD IS RESPONDING TO A FIGHT FOR OUR LIVES. To implore an emergency meeting of council members to REDISTRIBUTE the wealth - Contact Council President Nury Martinez who is REQUIRED to count your calls and emails; councilmember.martinez@lacity.org and call 213-473-7006
Chair of Budget and Finance Committee Paul Krekorian, email councilmember.krekorian@lacity.org and call 213-473-7002
Community Outreach:
https://www.hbcfl.org The Harriett Buhai Center for Family Law is now scheduling appointments for FREE legal interviews at a new location in South Los Angeles.
https://www.bwwla.org Black Women For Wellness is committed to the health and well-being of Black women and girls through health education, empowerment and advocacy. They aim to expand healthcare access, reduce toxic hair care chemicals that are prevalent in our community and build political advocacy in California and beyond.
https://risela.org Financial Pathways is a non-profit organization offering comprehensive and innovative ways to build wealth for historically underserved residents and small business owners. They serve low-moderate income communities throughout L.A. County.
https://www.lablackworkercenter.org LA Black Worker Center, REAL JOBS. REAL SKILLS. REAL PROTECTION. REAL CHANGE
https://www.beam.community collective of advocates, yoga teachers, artists, therapists, lawyers, religious leaders, teachers, psychologists and activists committed to the emotional/mental health and healing of Black communities.
Black Owned Businesses to support:
Orleansandyorkdeli.com Orleans and York (323) 903.6650
Postandbeamla.com Post and Beam (323) 299-5599
M&M Soul Food, (310) 324-5317
http://honeyskettle.com Honey’s Kettle
www.bigmanbakes.com Big Man Bakes (213) 617-9100
Philly:
To contact Mayor Kenney - Email james.kenney@phila.gov and Call (215) 686-2181
To contact the PHLPD commissioner - Email police.commissioner@phila.gov and call 215-686-3280
To contact Governor Wolf - Call 717-787-2500 and fill out this form https://www.governor.pa.gov/contact/#OnlineForm
To contact Pennsylvania representative - Call (202) 225-400 Dwight Evans and fill out this form https://evans.house.gov/contact
Donate to:
https://www.phillybailfund.org
https://allisoncarl.bigcartel.com (100% of proceeds are going to Philly Bail Funds)
Community Outreach:
https://www.blackwomeninsport.org Black Women in Sport, is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to increase the involvement of black women and girls in all aspects of sport, including athletics, coaching and administration
https://www.phillyblackgiving.org/about Black Giving Circle, where individuals come together around a common issue or cause and pool their collective charitable dollars to have greater impact. Nationally, Giving Circles have emerged as a growing philanthropic trend among donors of all sizes and backgrounds.
https://www.projecthome.org empowering individuals to break the cycle of poverty and homelessness through affordable housing, employment, health care, and education.
https://www.philabundance.org Philabundance is adapting its efforts to ensure individuals and families have access to the food they need while preventing the spread of the virus
Black Owned Businesses:
http://bleumartinionline.com Blue Martini, Bar/Restaurant/Cafe
http://kevenparker.net Keven Parker, Soul Food Cafe
http://www.jenkintowninsuranceagent.com Russell G. Lewis – Authorized Progressive Insurance Agent - Provides free insurance quotes for auto insurance, car insurance, home insurance, business insurance and is a SnapShot Certified Agency
http://www.chennaultrealestate.com Chennault Real Estate is a full service real estate company. They assist people with purchasing and selling real estate, Commercial, Industrial, and Residential. They also help renters.
http://www.shinethelightconference.com Inspiring Community Development
Baltimore:
To contact Mayor Young - Call 410-396-4900 and fill out this form https://mayor.baltimorecity.gov/node/28
To contact the BMPD commissioner - Call 410-396-2411 and email CentralDistrict@BaltimorePolice.org
To contact Governor Hogan - Call 410-974-3901 and email https://governor.maryland.gov/contact-the-governor/
To contact representatives - Call (202) 225-4741 Kweise Mfume and fill out this form https://mfume.house.gov/zip-code-lookup?form=/contact/email-me
Donate to:
https://www.baltimoreactionlegal.org/community-bail-fund
https://secure.givelively.org/donate/the-bail-project
Community Outreach:
https://www.muse360.org/ Muse 360 Art's mission is to provide Baltimore youth of diverse backgrounds with high-quality arts education that inspires them to reach their full potential.
https://www.baltimoresafehaven.org Baltimore Safe Haven provides opportunities for a higher quality of life for transgender people in Baltimore City living in survival mode.
https://www.reflectionofkings.org Reflection of Kings; A joint venture by Son of a Dream, LLC and African Youth Alchemy, “Reflection of Kings” is a Saturday enrichment program that uses media to offer a positive youth development experience for African-American boys to seize their greatness as KINGS.
https://www.facebook.com/CityWeeds/ City Weeds - The mission of The City Weeds Urban Farming Youth Achievement Program: #BeMoreGreen to engage, train and empower youth (ages 12+), through the creation and sustaining of ‘micro-businesses’ related to urban farming & the food industry.
https://ondsewyp.org The Sewing Education Workshop (S.E.W) Youth Project was established to help inner-city youth strive in learning how to sustain, be creative and develop attributes of becoming an entrepreneur.
Black Owned Businesses:
https://www.saturdaymorningcafe.com Saturday Morning cafe offers “southern treats” like shrimp and grits and southern biscuits and gravy as well as sandwiches and lighter fare to get your day started.
https://www.instagram.com/gbcbaltimore/ Girlfriends Book Club Baltimore is a club for girls to discuss books in a fun and safe environment.
443-870-4353 - M.A. Services consisting of M.A. IT Services, M.A. Assembly Services, M.A. Handyman Services, and M.A. Moving Services. A premier one-stop-shop for commercial and residential services.
http://eBlackStyleDirectory.com The best directory of stylists, barbers, make up artists, photographers and designers of color