ShopBlackCT is a volunteer initiative and not-for-profit website featuring thousands of Black-owned businesses in CT.
The mission of ShopBlackCT is to challenge structural racism and transform the legacy of economic and social inequity in the U.S. by providing a platform to drive business to and awareness of local Black-owned businesses.
The success of ShopBlackCT is thanks to many people working together to make a difference by spreading the word about our site and offering resources to elevate and amplify Black-owned businesses in Connecticut. A team of volunteers give their time, energy and talent to keep this site running and relevant. Team members do not profit anything off of the site nor is the site used for any financial or personal gain. This effort is 100% about giving, lifting up others and expecting nothing in return.
Listings on are free and additional support is provided through pro bono digital marketing, writing and photography services. Businesses never have to pay for any services to receive support from ShopBlackCT.
WHY FEATURE BLACK-OWNED BUSINESSES?
Black-owned businesses face disproportionate challenges due to system racism. Learn more by clicking the links below:
The Unique Challenges Faced By Black Business Owners
Black-owned Businesses Face a System Set Up Against Them. COVID Makes It Worse.
‘I don’t want to give up’: Black-owned businesses face hurdles in getting stimulus loans
New Research Illustrates the Struggles Facing Black Entrepreneurs
PLEASE NOTE:
The links and information provided on ShopBlackCT are being provided as a convenience and for informational purposes only; they do not constitute an endorsement or an approval by any ShopBlackCT volunteer team members of any of the products or services. ShopBlackCT bears no responsibility for the accuracy, legality or content of the external sites or for that of subsequent links. Contact the external sites for answers to questions regarding its content.