We’ve compiled a list of 102 incredible black female-founded businesses, for women who care about wellness, organic products, the earth, beautiful things, giving back—and equity. We’re all for supporting women, mothers, and black lives with our spending power.
HEALTH & WELLNESS PRODUCTS
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ADJOURN TEA HOUSE
An artisanal loose leaf tea company that offers unique, superior quality, hand-blended teas sustainably sourced from around the world.
www.adjournteahouse.com
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CODDLE
A collection of plant-based and organic products speeds up healing and helps you recover faster after giving birth.
www.coddle.co
3
CUP OF TÉ
A premier online retailer of loose leaf organic teas and teaware.
www.cupofte.com
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FLOWERS & MOONDUST
High quality African superfoods and skincare products.
www.flowersandmoondust.com
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FOOD HEAVEN
A multimedia platform that helps people transform the way they eat and find joy in food through the practice of intuitive eating and body respect.
www.foodheavenmadeeasy.com
6
GOLDE
Superfood-boosted essentials for health and beauty.
www.golde.co
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GOODNIGHT DARLING CO.
A brand of healthy-sleep essentials, like bath soaks, teas, and pillow sprays.
www.goodnightdarling.co
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THE HONEYPOT COMPANY
A an all-natural feminine vaginal care system, powered by herbs.
www.thehoneypot.co
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IYA FOODS
A socially-responsible pantry goods line, including whole food powders, baking mixes, plant-based flour alternatives spices, and seasonings.
www.iyafoods.com
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IVY’S TEA CO
A holistic health brand, inspired by pop culture and hip hop.
www.ivystea.com
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KUBÉ
Non-dairy, plant-based ice cream. Vegan, soy-free, peanut-free, made by artisans, from cold pressed coconut cream. Nice cream.
www.kubenicecream.com
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MOVITA ORGANICS
A wellness product line offering women’s nutrition, including multivitamins, prenatal vitamins, and beauty supplements.
www.movitaorganics.com
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OH-MAZING FOODS
Nutritious snacks for the whole family.
www.ohmazingfood.com
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PARTAKE FOODS
Organic, vegan, gluten-free, and allergen-free cookies and snacks for the whole family.
www.partakefoods.com
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PEAK + VALLEY
Adaptogen blends to manage stress while supporting skin, mood, and mind.
www.peakandvalley.co
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SACRED BOTANICA
Plant-based spiritual commodities including aura sprays, incense, crystals, candles, herbs and more, available online. In-person services by medicine woman Empress Karen Rose include enlightenment teachings, consultations and tarot readings, and are offered in Brooklyn.
www.sacredbotanicanyc.com
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SAGE’S LARDER
Jovan Sage, a birth worker, herbalist, wellness coach, and food alchemist, offers a variety of wellness services to women, including full spectrum doula services, and placenta encapsulation. She takes holistic approach to well-being, through nutrition and herbal healing.
www.sageslarder.com
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THE SPICE SUITE
A customized, interactive spice bar, featuring unique infused cooking oils and spice blends, sourced across the globe. Spices available at the shop location in Washington, D.C.
www.thespicesuite.com
WELLNESS SERVICES & RESOURCES
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THE BLACK DOULA
Sabia C. Wade, a doula offering online services including education for women, mentorship, equity awareness, and healing. In-person doula services performed in Atlanta.
www.theblackdoula.com
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CRIMSON FIG MIDWIFERY
Racha Tahani Lawler, CPM, LM, is a midwife assisting women with birth, including home and water births, in Los Angeles.
www.crimsonfig.com
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EARTH MAMA MEDICINE
A certified holistic nutritionist, Veladya Chapman, offering life, wellness, and reproductive health counseling services.
www.earthmamamedicine.com
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ETHEL’S CLUB
A digital membership community, for people of color to heal, be inspired, and thrive together. Centered around creatives, culture leaders, and wellness practitioners of color.
www.ethelsclub.com
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GUIDE TO PAINLESS NATURAL BIRTH
A birth coaching resource that aids in a natural childbirth method, using hypnobirthing, mindfulness, neuroscience and faith to help you achieve your most calm and confident birth.
www.painlessnaturalbirth.com
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HARLEM RUN
A collective of runners, transforming the lives of urban communities through passion, service, and curated running experiences. Harlem Run is a transformative movement of trendsetters, fitness experts and community organizers that create an authentic experience around a healthy lifestyle. An all-inclusive group of people who love to walk, jog, and run together.
hwww.harlemrun.com
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HEAL HAUS
A café and holistic wellness space offering yoga, guided meditation, workshops, and other services, located in Brooklyn.
www.healhaus.com
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JESSAMYN STANLEY
A yoga instructor, body positivity advocate, and writer. Has traveled across the world, to touched many women’s lives. Based in North Carolina.
www.jessamynstanley.com
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LITTLE STAR BIRTH SERVICES
Based in San Diego, Anissa Cornelius, a certified childbirth educator and doula, offers a wide range of support services and training for new mothers.
www.doulaanissa.com
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LOOM
Modern, empowered reproductive education for women on topics including periods, sex, fertility, pregnancy, parenting, LGBTQ+, miscarriage, and abortion. Online classes and services available, and a physical location in Los Angeles.
www.thisisloom.com
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MAMA GLOW
Maternity lifestyle, guidance, and support for women and families during the fertility period, during pregnancy, after birth and into new motherhood offering a full spectrum approach to holistic wellness, like doula support, mindfulness coaching, spiritual and physical wellness, and other services. Online resources available, with in-person services in New York City.
www.mamaglow.com
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RISE & FLOW
An energy-driven mindfulness boutique serving its customers through yoga, health and wellness education and meditation. Virtual classes and resources available, and an in-person studio in North Carolina.
www.riseandflowllc.com
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SISTERS IN LOSS
Erica McAfee helps black women gain clarity and peace through life’s difficulties, and empowering them to cope with experiences including infertility, miscarriage, and infant loss.
www.sistersinloss.com
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THRIVE HEALTH LAB
A group fitness studio that aims to encourage and empower communities through education, proactive programming, and holistic wellness. Located in Los Angeles.
www.thrivehealthlab.com
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VEGAN, WHAT?
Advice and inspiration, and guidance for living a vegan lifestyle.
www.veganwhat.org
JEWELRY & APPAREL
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AMARILO
Solid gold, stackable custom jewelry, that can be worn in water and during exercise. A full product collection in addition to special jewelry for moms—a signature ‘Mama’ necklace, and custom letter charms and nameplates.
www.amarilojewelry.com
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BYCHARI
Handmade and custom jewelry, featuring the signature Spaced Letter pieces. Offering various collections of fine jewelry and essentials.
www.bychari.com
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BROTHER VELLIES
Luxury, handcrafted shoes and handbags from South Africa, Ethiopia, Kenya & Morocco.
www.brothervellies.com
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COCO AND BREEZY
Handcrafted, designer optical glasses and sunglasses.
www.cocoandbreezy.com
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CULTUREFIT CLOTHING
High performance athletic wear for the culturally conscious woman
www.culturefitclothing.com
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CUSHNIE
A luxury ready-to-wear and bridal brand, with the desire to serve the modern woman. Sophisticated special occasion wear.
www.cushnie.com
40
EDAS
A made-to-order, sustainable accessories brand for women.
www.edas.store
41
FE NOEL
A conceptual lifestyle brand created for the multifaceted woman that embodies a love for travel and style. Featuring sophisticated styles and prints. Through the company’s charitable arm, the Fe Noel Foundation provides mentorship to under privileged people to bring their business ideas to life.
www.fenoel.com
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LEMLEM
An artisan-driven collection of sustainable women’s, men’s, children’s and home goods made entirely in Africa. Through the company’s charitable arm, then lemlem Foundation, the company is on a mission to help women artisans in Africa thrive by connecting them to healthcare, education and pathways to jobs. A portions of lemlem’s proceeds support this mission.
www.lemlem.com
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PRU APPAREL
Activewear in bright, bold designs and powerful messaging.
www.pruapparel.com
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RIOT SWIM
Effortlessly luxe swimwear.
www.riotswim.com
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ZOEZI SPORT
Fashion-forward activewear, in a range of colors and prints.
www.zoezisport.com
BODY & SKINCARE
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ALCHEMY BODY SHOP
Honest and clean body products that are affordable and sustainable.
www.alchemybodyshop.com
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AMENDA BEAUTY
Skin and body care made with organic botanical and natural ingredients, to nourish skin on a deeper level. Paraben-free, cruelty-free, and sustainable.
www.amendabeauty.com
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APPRENTI ÔR’GANIK
An herbal body care line including soaps, lotions, scrubs, and parfum.
www.apprentiorganik.com
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ÀSE NATURALS
A vegan skincare brand that harnesses the power of herbs, crystals, moon cycles and essential oils. Promoting the discovery of healthy, radiant skin naturally through herbal skincare products. Turning ordinary skincare routines into self-care rituals.
www.asenaturals.bm
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BEKURA BEAUTY
a specialty, avant-garde line of sanctuary spa naturals inspired to rest fatigued dry skin and hair. Made with deeply moisturizing, epicurean-grade botanicals such as floral honey nectars, cacao bean, & cold-pressed fruit butters. Free of synthetic dyes, parabens, chemicals, GMOs, and animal cruelty-testing.
www.bekurabeauty.com
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BLADE + BLOOM APOTHECARY
Small-batch apothecary, offering 100% natural, plant-based skincare products.
www.bladeandbloom.com
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BLK + GRN
An all-natural, carefully-curated marketplace by all black artisans, offering home goods, skincare, haircare, bath, and body products.
www.blkgrn.com
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BRIOGEO
A high-performance, clean hair care collection that is naturally based, yet performance driven to provide visible results. Personalized for individual hair types.
www.briogeohair.com
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COCOLENE
Natural and organic skincare, gentle enough for mamas and babies, and effective for the most sensitive and troubled skin. Plastic-free packaging to solidify itself as a completely nontoxic brand.
www.cocolene.com
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ESSENTIALS BY TEMI
Skin essentials created with luxury and wellness in mind. Plant-powered and infused with love and healing stones, cruelty-free, and without harsh chemicals and fillers. Also an offering soul essentials consisting of daily tools that will improve personal development, spark up meaningful conversations and encourage self-love.
www.essentialsbytemi.com
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FREEDOM APOTHECARY
A multi-brand shop of holistic, female-founded beauty brands, including a namesake line. In-person skincare and facial treatments available in Philadelphia.
www.freedomapothecary.com
57
HANAHANA BEAUTY
An all-natural, cruelty-free, ethically-sourced skincare and wellness brand with intent to increase accessibility, transparency, and sustainability in their craft—starting with fair sourced shea butter, the key ingredient cornerstone to the brand, sourced directly from Ghana at twice the fair price.
www.hanahanabeauty.com
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HONEYDIPPED ESSENTIALS
Nourishing and protecting your sacred spaces with the finest, all-natural organic products. From cleaning products to skincare and men’s care, they believe in giving your home and skin the care they deserve.
www.honey-dipped.com
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KLUR
Clean, botanical skincare, backed by science ,cruelty-free, vegan, nontoxic, eco-inclusive, sustainable, organic, effective. Ethical in every way.
www.klur.co
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KNC BEAUTY
All-natural beauty collection, including the cult-favorite Collagen Infused Lip Mask.
www.kncbeauty.com
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LIHA BEAUTY
A luxe, natural and organic skincare brand that blends the rich botanical life of West Africa with traditional English aromatherapy and folk remedies. Natural, 100% vegan, cruelty-free, and free from parabens and chemicals.
www.lihabeauty.com
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MATRESCENCE
Skincare that was designed with motherhood in mind—founded on the philosophy of mothering the mother. Pure products, made safe for whether you’re trying to conceive, pregnant, breastfeeding or a health-conscious mom who wants a beauty routine that comes with peace of mind.
www.matrescenceskin.com
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MIELLE ORGANICS
Organic hair and all-natural skincare, with a special line to help teach hair love to kids at an early age.
www.mielleorganics.com
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NYAKIO BEAUTY
Handmade, small batch beauty product using cold-pressed oils crafted with ethical, sustainable, and natural ingredients from around the world.
www.nyakio.com
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ORGANI GROW HAIR CO
Vegan, all-natural hair care for all ages and hair types.
www.organigrowhairco.com
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ORGANIC BATH CO.
An organic, unisex line of skincare, body care, soaps and hand sanitizers.
www.organicbath.co
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OUI THE PEOPLE
Thoughtfully-designed shave care products.
www.ouithepeople..com
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PEAR NOVA
Long-wear cruelty-free, vegan nail polish, free of harsh chemicals.
www.pearnova.com
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PUR HOME
Natural home cleaning products, made with essential oils, and other eco-friendly, non-toxic ingredients.
www.pur-home.com
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REDOUX NYC
All-natural, small-batch skincare products formulated with powerful, nutrient-rich botanicals to provide a uniquely holistic approach to well-being, with every ingredient being clean and purposeful.
www.redoux.nyc
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SKIN BUTTR
A brand of all-natural, hydrating body butters and scrubs.
www.skinbuttr.com
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SPICED SUGAH
A natural wellness line of everyday necessities—hair and scalp care, face masks and tonics, teeth whitening, body butters, deodorant, and more for women and men.
www.spicedsugah.com
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TERRA TORY
100% natural, hypoallergenic skincare. Products made with superfoods to craft wholesome, safe, natural, and effective skincare products, free from artificial and harmful toxins.
www.terra-tory.com
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UNSUN COSMETICS
Clean, no-residue sunscreen line, adaptable for all environments and skin colors.
www.unsuncosmetics.com
BABY & CHILD
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BECAUSE OF ZOE
Handcrafted hair bows and headbands for children.
www.becauseofzoe.com
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BRAVE + KIND BOOKSHOP
A unique selection of diverse, classic, artful stories, workshops, story clubs, and special gifts.
www.braveandkindbooks.com
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CARA B NATURALLY
Natural skin and hair care for babies and children.
www.mycarab.com
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HAPPY MANGO
An eco-friendly boutique for pregnancy, baby supplies, and new motherhood.
www.shophappymango.com
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HARPERIMAN DOLLS
A line of dolls of color, that reinforce self-love and worth to children of color.
www.harperiman.com
80
KARTER’S KLOSET
An online multi-brand shop of baby gifts and essentials.
www.shopkarterskloset.com
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KIDS SWAG
A children’s shop curated with positive reinforcement and representation of black culture.
www.kidsswag.ca
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LITTLE MUFFINCAKES
An online children’s shop with high-quality goods, and a diverse representation of imagery for children of color.
www.littlemuffincakes.com
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LUCY LUE ORGANICS
A minimalist collection of organic baby clothing, products, and gifts. Eco-friendly and socially responsible.
www.lucylueorganics.com
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MILES AND MILAN
Elevated basics and loungewear for babies, toddlers, and children.
www.milesandmilan.com
85
PERF BABY
All natural, vegan, moisturizing and hydrating skin care products for delicate-skinned babies.
www.myperfbaby.com
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PRETTY PLEASE TEETHERS
Natural, modern, handmade wood and silicone teethers.
www.prettypleaseteethers.com
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RAH LOVE’S BOUTIQUE
An online multi-brand shop featuring trendy clothing and accessories for babies and children age 12mo – 6t.
www.rahlovesboutique.com
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SHINE CLOTH
Cloth baby diapers with positive messaging for babies of color, including Black Lives Matter slogans.
www.shinecloth.com
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STINA & MAE
Organic, handmade, sustainable baby products, including snuggle blankets, bibs, and changing mats.
www.stinaandmae.com
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THE CONSCIOUS KID BOOK SUBSCRIPTION
An education, research, and policy organization dedicated to equity and promoting healthy racial identity development in youth. Support for organizations, families, and educators in taking action to disrupt racism in young children.
www.thecounsciouskid.org
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THE ROOTED BABY CO
Handcrafted baby accessories in authentic, vibrant African prints. Honoring their traditional Ghanaian roots, the company hopes to spread awareness of Ghana’s rich heritage to future generations.
www.rootedbabyco.com
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TIPPY TOT SHOES
High quality, expertly-designed baby and toddler shoes, designed for infancy, first steps, up to two years old. Offering comfortable styles from casual to special occasion wear.
www.tippytotshoes.com
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YINIBINI BABY
A collection of handmade, cotton graphic tees, onesies, bibs and other baby and young children’s apparel. Domestically-sourced organic cotton and printed fabric. Primarily made in the U.S., with a small portion made in India, under proud ethic production standards.
www.yinibinibaby.com
NONPROFITS
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& MOTHER
Breaking down the barriers that limit a woman’s choice to pursue and thrive in both career and motherhood.
www.andmother.org
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BLACK MAMAS MATTER
Envisioning a world where Black mamas have the rights, respect, and resources to thrive before, during, and after pregnancy.
www.blackmamasmatter.org
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GIRLTREK
Pioneering a health movement for African-American women and girls grounded in civil rights history and principles through walking campaigns, community leadership, and health advocacy.
www.girltrek.org
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THE LOVELAND FOUNDATION
Therapy, support, and empowerment for Black women and girls.
www.thelovelandfoundation.org
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LUNCH ON ME
Dedicated to ending starvation by redirecting waste. Providing opportunities to enrich the mind, body, and spirit of LA’s homeless community.
www.lunchonme.org
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NATIONAL BIRTH EQUITY COLLABORATIVE
Creating solutions that optimize black maternal and infant health through training, policy advocacy, research, and community-centered collaboration.
www.birthequity.org
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SHADES OF BLUE PROJECT
Dedicated to breaking cultural barriers in maternal mental health by raising awareness and ensuring action is taken to break the stigma surrounding seeking treatment in the minority community when experiencing complications after childbirth. Helping women before, during and after child-birth with maternal mental health advocacy, treatment and support.
www.shadesofblueproject.org
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STATS CONGO
Aiming to reduce morbidity and mortality among women and children in the Democratic Republic of the Congo through the use of impactful data.
www.statscongo.com
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THE TENDER FOUNDATION
Empowering all mamas by making essentials accessible. Driven by the desire to cultivate a community of care. We aim to help the mothers we serve shift out of crisis mode, with bill pay assistance, food assistance, and providing living essentials.
www.thetenderfoundation.com
