Another Holiday season is upon
us. It's Holiday Season 2021 style and more and more people are looking
for different and unique gift ideas to gift their loved ones this season.
Shoppers rush to stores on
Black Friday for deals, look to support small businesses (like Vice
President Kamala Harris, and husband, did) on Small Business
Saturday, and crave Cyber
Monday.
But with all those ways to shop, let's not forget about Black Businesses.
Black businesses have struggled
during the pandemic to find their footing, leaving many to pivot to find new
ways to connect to, and find, customers. Companies often claim to 'back
Black business' with programs focusing on lending grants and support to
Black business.
But oftentimes, a Black
business is right in your own back yard. We are highlighting Black
businesses we love in the DMV. If you know of a Black-owned business in
the DMV, post it in the comment section so readers can become aware of them –
and buy Black.
We're starting off by highlighting
Little Aiden Press, a book publishing company started by a grandma with
a focus on young readers - that stars her grandson, Aiden.
So far, grandma Sabrina Wiggins
and Little Aiden Press (LAP) have published four books all designed to educate,
encourage and explore reading for every child.
Says Wiggins, “LAP’s mission is
to share and create books with diverse characters that will appeal to every
child, helping children develop a passion for books and a life-long love of
reading.”
Their motto? Stop. Drop. Read. (A play on words from the stop, drop, and
roll fire
safety technique.) LAP suggests stop to find a good book, drop and find a space
to read, and lastly, read for 15-30 minutes (hopefully, everyday.)
You can find out more about Little Aiden Press at www.littleaidenpress.com.
Other BBs we like:
If puzzles are your thing, we
recommend Puzzle Huddle, another creative way to inspire
positivity in youth. Thinking about gifting art this season? We recommend CMB Art. Want to work on your finances this coming year? We
recommend Trade and Travel and Finances Demystified to help get your finances
right! Love tech? This space is a game changer. For the math lovers, you'll love Black Math Genius!
Remember to post your fave Black Business, especially in the DMV, in the comment section below, and Happy Black Business Shopping!
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