US BLACK CHAMBERS, INC The USBC Contracts Corner is a bulletin of contracting and grant opportunities available to diverse small businesses across the nation. To help our corporate and government agency partners achieve their spending goals to minority businesses, we will publish new opportunities every month. As you are seeking opportunities, please keep us informed of your progress and reach out to us at programs@usblackchambers.org should you require assistance. As the National Voice of Black Businesses, it is our mission to connect you to contracts and capital for your business to thrive. Check out these additional resources. Available Contracting Opportunities FHWA Programmatic Support…

Greetings, Happy New Year! My team and I have been hard at work since January 1st, building this year’s programs. I’m excited to launch our BOSS Impact Fund grant. Last year, I had the vision to launch a fund to raise capital, to invest in Black women-led brands. In 2022, we invested in 48 small businesses and helped these Black woman entrepreneurs level up with funding, training, mentorship, and resources to grow their brands. With less than 1% of minority businesses receiving capital, this was no easy job but I have always worked hard despite the challenges. As a Black female founder, I saw a…

By Doni Glover (BALTIMORE – February 7, 2023) – The state of Black businesses, often categorized by some mainstream zealots as minority business enterprises (MBEs), is a staple topic here at BMORENews.com and has been since our first day in August 2002. To his credit, then-City Councilman Martin O’Malley made MBE a key tenet of his political platform in both his mayoral and gubernatorial campaigns. O’Malley quickly realized that he needed the Black vote and because he wasn’t Black, he needed to push the envelope in an unprecedented manner. Being an outsider, what better way to endear oneself to Baltimore’s…

(BALTIMORE – February 7, 2023) – Back on November 15, 2022, it was announced that Port Covington was being renamed: Today, MAG Partners, MacFarlane Partners, Sagamore Ventures and the Urban Investment Group within Goldman Sachs Asset Management (Goldman Sachs) celebrate the unveiling of a new name, brand and vision of Baltimore’s 235-acre mixed-use development, previously called Port Covington. The change comes as the development’s first phase of vertical construction nears completion, with over 1.1 million square feet of new office, retail, and mixed-income residential opening in 2023, directly adjacent to the already complete Rye Street Tavern and Sagamore Spirit Distillery. The…

Saturday Night Soul Fever Every Saturday 8 PM to 2 AM Live Music with DJ Jerry  Afro-beats, Club, Hip Hop, House, R&B, and more… Happy Hour 4 PM to 7 PM Drink Specials Free Admission VIP Sections @ $200, Table Reservations, Bottle Service, etc; call 443.900.9699 or Reserve Here Next Phaze Cafe 112 E Lexington St Baltimore, MD 21202 (410) 449-3232

(BALTIMORE – January 24, 2023) – The Finn Group, Events 4 Good People, Standup Baltimore, and Black Girls Vote will curate an innovative design to create an ecosystem of key non-basketball activations during CIAA 2023 in Baltimore. This curation is a collection of signature events activated in one location for 2023. Center Court will become the destination for CIAA Weekend 2023 providing key elements: activation for small and minority businesses (food, clothing, art, specialty items), food, national entertainment, and a safe and walkable environment for networking and social engagement. THE CURATORS The team of The Finn Group, E4GP, Standup Baltimore,…

Since 2009, Terra Cafe has been offering praised selections served with art and community. We make our food from scratch with the rawest ingredients and Baltimore’s best chefs. From our mouth-watering menu, famialial service, and host of local events, we create a welcoming place to unwind and catch up with friends and family.

Welcome to Terra Cafe Since 2009, Terra Cafe has been offering praised selections served with art and community. We make our food from scratch with the rawest ingredients and Baltimore’s best chefs. From our mouth-watering menu, famialial service, and host of local events, we create a welcoming place to unwind and catch up with friends and family.

(PHILADELPHIA – January 18, 2023) – When it comes to accessorizing, a handbag is a must-have for any fashion-savvy person. From high-end designer labels to trendy streetwear brands, the options for handbags are endless. Here, we’ll be highlighting some Black-owned handbag brands that offer a wide range of styles, from classic and timeless to trendy and bold. READ MORE

(CHICAGO – January 18, 2023) – We invite you to L.E.G.A.C.Y. Awards Weekend 2023, a 3-day event, “Celebrating the Impact of Black Entrepreneurs.” The L.E.G.A.C.Y. Awards have become a meeting ground for aspiring and established entrepreneurs to network, collaborate, and celebrate each other. This event is one of the top celebrations for Black Entrepreneurs in the City of Chicago, attracting over 800 businesses annually, with an anticipated attendance of 1,000 entrepreneurs this year. The event features a Black Restaurant Showcase, Young Entrepreneur Contest, an Awards Gala, and added this year a POWER Conference to support the growth of Black-Owned businesses.…