California

A Tribe Called Queer is a Black-, woman-, and LGBTQ-owned nonprofit in Los Angeles offering inclusive clothing, wellness programming, and community healing spaces for marginalized voices.

Braham Entertainment is a Black woman-owned, Emmy-nominated production company developing innovative scripted and unscripted content in Los Angeles.

Buttah Skin, founded by Dorion Renaud, offers luxury skincare made for melanin-rich skin—blending nature and science to hydrate, brighten, and protect.

Pattern Beauty by Tracee Ellis Ross offers premium haircare designed for curly, coily, and tight-textured hair with a focus on moisture, health, and celebration of natural beauty.

Fenty Beauty, founded by Rihanna, is a revolutionary cosmetics brand recognized for inclusive shade ranges and universally flattering, high-performance products.

Logan’s Gardens is a Black-owned Los Angeles nursery specializing in rare and heirloom edible plants, available at local farmers markets and loved by chefs and growers.

LJ’s Kitchen and Catering is a Black-owned Santa Monica-based service offering flavorful dishes and personalized menus for weddings, events, and private dinners.

King’s Celebrity ATA Martial Arts is a Black-owned Santa Monica martial arts school offering ATA training for kids and adults, with a focus on leadership, respect, and fitness.

Inspired Method, Inc. is a Black-owned fitness boot camp in Santa Monica offering group training and accountability to help clients meet their physical and mental goals.

Kiss My Bundt Bakery is a Black-owned, woman-owned Los Angeles bakery offering over 50 delicious bundt cake flavors and empowering food entrepreneurs.

Marcus Books is the nation’s oldest Black-owned bookstore, located in Oakland, CA, and offering books focused on African-American culture, history, and empowerment.

McBride Sisters Collection is the largest Black-owned, woman-owned wine company in the U.S., offering bold, sustainable wines from California and New Zealand.

Maya’s Cookies is a Black-owned, woman-owned gourmet vegan bakery in San Diego offering bold, chewy cookie flavors with nationwide shipping and in-store service.

Hilltop Coffee + Kitchen is a Black-owned LA-based coffee shop co-founded by Yonnie Hagos and Ajay Relan, with Issa Rae as partner, offering great food, drinks, and a space for community.