Grants Are Under Attack ????♀?
Adebukola Ajao
Digital Marketing Consultant & Small Business Advocate | Providing small businesses with creative and cost efficient digital marketing services
Peace Friends,
Black businesses have been disproportionately impacted by historical and ongoing racism in the United States. This is why I am angry but not surprised that Hello Alice and Fearless Fund are being sued by organizations like America First Legal (AFL) for providing financial support to Black businesses.
AFL is a right-wing organization that has a history of attacking progressive causes and organizations. Their lawsuit is just another example of their efforts to undermine Black businesses and communities.
I am sickened by the fact that people with endless resources are attacking those of us who are literally striving to keep our small, many new businesses from failing. But I am also hopeful. I know that when we come together, we can overcome any obstacle.
That is why I am calling on all of you to take action against this injustice. Whether you are a small business owner, a consumer, or an organization, you can help to support Black and small businesses through Elevate the American Dream by nominating a business owner, applying to grants, and signing the petition.... Read the rest of this week's newsletter here.
Stay tuned!
Best,
A