A national charity’s recent visit to Kamloops revealed an urgent necessity: Indigenous entrepreneurs need a more streamlined approach to grants, programs, and other supportive resources. The Indigenous Prosperity Foundation plans to address this need through its Walk Together initiative, exploring plans for an online hub designed to assist business owners more effectively.

As Kwanzaa Crawl returns for its seventh year on December 26, thousands are set to unite in Brooklyn to support Black-owned businesses and celebrate community. Founded by sisters Kerry Coddett and Krystal Payne, the event has generated over $2 million for participating bars and restaurants, embodying the principles of Kwanzaa through collective economic empowerment.