‘Give Black’ campaign hits nearly $100K in donations for Black-run businesses, orgs

By Tommy Felts | June 29, 2021

Editor’s note: Give Black and Kansas City GIFT are non-financial partners of Startland, the parent organization of Startland News. This story was produced independently by Startland News’ non-profit newsroom. [divide] A campaign to boost eight Black-owned businesses and organizations in Kansas City during the week of Juneteenth surpassed its goal this month, but the work…

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Give Black campaign for Black-run businesses, orgs eyes $80K goal by Juneteenth

By Tommy Felts | June 5, 2021

Editor’s note: Give Black and Kansas City GIFT are non-financial partners of Startland, the parent organization of Startland News. This story was produced independently by Startland News’ non-profit newsroom. [divide] A newly launched campaign intended to back Black-owned businesses needs widespread community support to make the most impact, Brandon Calloway said, shedding light on why…

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