If you’re not out protesting (or maybe you are) that doesn’t mean you can’t show your support for Black Lives Matter. One of the best ways is to support Black-owned businesses, many of which have been disproportionately affected by COVID-19 closures. Put your money where your mouth is and order up from one of these awesome local businesses, whether you’re in the mood for cake or BBQ or want to add some style and grace to your home, here are just a handful of the many businesses in the Phoenix area to support today and every day.
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Elev8ed Cre8ion
Family owned and operated, this stylish business offers backpacks and diaper caddies to help simplify and elevate your parenting journey.
Check them out online at: elev8edcre8ion.com
The Black Box
Though currently sold out for summer 2020, you can secure a Fall 2020 release right now for this quarterly subscription box that offers an array of expertly-curate, Black-owned goods. Dubbed as "the easiest way to support Black-owned businesses," this Phoenix company founded by mom and entrepreneur Talei Hornback, delivers lifestyle, bath, body and home goods right to your door.
Check it out at gettheblackbox.com
The Black Toy Store
Curated gifts, books and toys for African-American children, you'll find an excellent array to diversify your toy chest.
Visit now at blacktoystore.com
Archwood Exchange & Buy Black Marketplace
Both a physical Buy Black Marketplace that and an online shop, you can support Black-owned Phoenix businesses from any corner of the globe. An Arizona staple, the Buy Black Marketplace typically occurs every 1st Saturday and is both a community-building event and a way to support Black-owned businesses.
Visit archwood-exchange to shop swag and this link to learn more about the mission, the marketplace and vendor applications.
Stardust and Sage
This spiritual shop and botanica can supply your smudging, crystal and candle needs to help you heal, manifest and transform.
Learn more at stardustandsage.com
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GALEANA39
Hand-poured in Phoenix, Arizona these high-quality candles are made from soy wax that is 100% phthalate free & non-toxic. Their moto? Candles that don't suck! And they mean it.
Order now at galeana39.com
Straw and Wool
The Phoenix based hat shop now has a website where you can shop online to your heart's content.
Visit it here: strawandwool.com
Purple Gurls
Your kids and everyone else in your house will love this delicious, non-GMO popcorn from PurpleGurls, a Black-owned and operated Phoenix-based company that can ship direct to you no matter where in the US you are. Sweet, spicy, gift tins and even vegan varieties available.
Shop now at purplegurls.com
Roll It Up
This delicious business came to us from a reader tip! On Tues.-Sun., 5-9 p.m. you can head to Goodyear to try it for yourself: rolled ice cream (Thai style) with a variety of fresh and unique ingredients, from local fruits to fruity pebbles. There's even a Vegan ice cream. As our reader told us, "Worth the drive, will not disappoint!"
Check them out on Instagram at roll_it_up_ice_cream for daily specials.
Bear and the Honey Speciality Bakery
Whether you want a next-level cake for a special occasion or want something paleo or vegan, you're going to find it and then some with this Phoenix-based specialty baker.
Visit bearandthehoney.com to drool now.
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The Onyx Sweet Shoppe
From classics to modern, this Phoenix shop has it all. Order special packages including "get well" and "thinking of you" combos along with a little something (or a dozen somethings) for yourself. They deliver or you can stop in (when they are open) to treat yourself to a delicious beverage and a cookie.
Visit: theonyxsweetshoppe.com
SugarJam Bakeshop and Bistro
Soulfood, pies and more are all waiting for you at this local's favorite. The cherry pie is legendary, so are the chicken and waffles
Check it out at sugarjamcookies.com
Docs Gelato & Sorbet
No visit to Phoenix is complete without a taste of Doc's Gelato. Doc Brown makes gelato, sorbets, yogurts, and other frozen treats using all-natural and organic ingredients. You will not find any GMO’s, preservatives, artificial flavors, dyes/colorings or gluten here but you will find some of the yummiest cold treats in town. The physical store front is in Mesa, AZ but lots of local shops and restaurants stock Doc's goodies.
Visit docsgelato.com
The Larder + The Delta
"Evolving the rustic and making it new" reads the mission statement on the website for The Larder + The Delta, a downtown Phoenix restaurant that is redefining Southern food with Southwestern produce. Chef Stephen Jones offers a diverse and exciting take on farm-to-table. Families are welcome, as you'll often see Chef Jones' family stop by to visit.
Visit online at thelarderandthedelta.com
Looking for even more great places to eat and support Black businesses? Here’s a complete list of 50+ Black-owned restaurants in the greater Phoenix area.vFor ongoing events and news, especially relating to Black-business owners in the Phoenix area, check out phxsoul.com
—Amber Guetebier
Featured image: yacobchuk via iStock
Is there a business you’d like to see included? Email us at blm@tinybeans.com.
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