Black-Owned Archives

Intentionalist Guide to Black-Owned Businesses in San Diego

We’re encouraging people across the country to #SpendLikeItMatters at Black-owned businesses in their communities all year long. Last year, the Intentionalist community (that's you!) helped us grow our reach throughout Southern California, and we wanted to share our current guide to eating...

Black Coffee Northwest: The Story That Needs to be Told

Black Coffee Northwest President Mikayla Weary and Co-Owner Darnesha Weary. Black Coffee Northwest tells the story of many things: what a lifetime of activism and compassion can manifest, the experiences and hurdles the Black community and Black business owners face, and the story of a family...

Emma’s BBQ Serves Love, Kindness, and the Finest Barbecue

Tess Thomas, owner of Emma's BBQ in Hillman City. “Every day that I get up, I love coming here,” said Tess Thomas, owner of Emma’s BBQ. “I told my husband, ‘I love it so much, I could sleep here and wake up the next day, and be ready to go to Emma’s.’ That’s how much this little...

Sounders FC Celebrates International Women’s Day at Spice Bridge in Tukwila

Enjoying a bowl of duck curry accented with bright herbs, former Sounders FC team captain and brand ambassador Brad Evans looked up from his dish and asked the chef, “What were you doing before this and why were you doing anything else?” The chef, Theary Ngeth is the proud...

An InTENtional List of Black Immigrant Owned Businesses in Seattle

Moyo Kitchen co-owners, Mwana Moyo and Batulo Nuh As we continue to celebrate Black History Month, we wanted to uplift Black immigrant owned businesses who continue to make history for future generations. These first-generation American business owners have moved to the Greater Seattle...

Intentionalist Guide to Black-Owned Businesses in Oakland and the East Bay Area

To celebrate Black History Month, we’re encouraging people across the country to #SpendLikeItMatters at Black-owned businesses in their communities. Undoubtedly, the East Bay of California is rich with Black history. The region includes beautiful cities like San Leandro, Berkeley, and...