The future is built in Chicago.

Black people are the heart and soul of this city—and of America. These Black‑owned businesses are making Chicago’s future bolder, brighter, and more beautiful for all.


SHOP BLACK–OWNED

PEAR NOVA

Floating Market Buy & Bye - Classic Lacquer
$13.50

Thick Dip & What Not - Classic Lacquer
$13.50

One Piece Wonder - Classic Lacquer
$13.50

“Everything we put into the community we want to be positive, uplifting, encouraging, and authentic. We celebrate domestic violence survivors. We’ve also partnered with NAMI Chicago to support their efforts with Mental Health Awareness Month. These are a reflection of who we are as a business.”

Rachel James
owner of Pear Nova


SIR & MADAME

SIR Pullover | Orange
$175

Cotton Crew Socks | Navy
$15

MADAME Short-Sleeve | White
$55

“Being a Black business owner means we’ve had to work harder than other races and nationalities to get here. It also means we have to continue to work harder and harder. We are conscious of the message we put out. Mostly, we promote love. That’s what the world needs more of.”

Autumn & Brian Merritt
owners of Sir & Madame


SEMICOLON

‘Semicolon Graffiti’ Black Mug 15oz
$10

‘Reading is a Revolutionary Act’ Journal - Ruled Line
$15

‘Semicolon Graffiti’ Unisex Heavy Blend Crewneck Sweatshirt
$35

“There’s an innate responsibility that comes with being a Black business owner, and it includes building out our business in a way that supports our community. Being a Black business owner means that I can consistently be and create the change that I’d like to see.”

Danielle Mullen

owner of Semicolon

SUPPORT WHAT’S NEXT.

This is bigger than one city. Shop some of the Black-owned businesses shaping Atlanta’s future.

SUPPORT WHAT’S NEXT.

This is bigger than one city. Shop some of the Black-owned businesses shaping Atlanta’s future.

The people building Atlanta. Together.

The owners of just add honey, iwi fresh, and Honor Roll Clothing discuss the benefits of collaboration for their own businesses, and Atlanta.

The people building Atlanta. Together.

The owners of just add honey, iwi fresh, and Honor Roll Clothing discuss the benefits of collaboration for their own businesses, and Atlanta.


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