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Join us for an unforgettable evening of Black culture and excellence! Enjoy drinks, food, music, fashion, speakers, and witness the impact we’ve made in our local community. With a simple ticket purchase you become an agent for change. Purchase your ticket on our website today. Your purchase contributes directly to our general fund, which goes toward uplifting and building strength for Black businesses and entrepreneurs in KC. Black communities in Kansas City’s historically redlined neighborhoods have suffered segregation and discrimination, leaving them few opportunities to build better lives for themselves and their families. We’re here to change all of that, join us! ✏️ Mark your calendar: GIFT of Color Gala 9.28.2024 6PM The Lex at the Municipal 301 W. 13th St Kansas City, MO 64105

Watch the power of your generosity in action. Your commitment to Kansas City has sparked dreams, uplifted our neighborhoods, and empowered entrepreneurs from right here in our community. Because of you, we've seen local businesses thrive, brighter futures unfold, and our community grows stronger. Your support isn't just about what you give—it's about believing in us, in our potential, and in what we can build together. Thank you for being more than just donors. You're our partners, our champions, and the reason we can keep pushing forward. Together, we're shaping a future where everyone gets a shot at success. #KCGIFT #CommunityStrong #KansasCityProud #SupportLocal #MakeADifference

We’ve lived and worked in Kansas City’s Black communities, and we know the strength and ingenuity we all bring to the table every day. But we also know the challenges—systemic barriers that make it harder for us to succeed and build the futures we deserve. The numbers tell a powerful story: If our Black-owned businesses received the support they deserve, we could create 7 million new jobs and inject $733 billion into our economy. This isn’t just about statistics—this is about transforming our neighborhoods. More jobs mean more opportunities for our families, safer streets, and stronger communities where everyone can thrive. When we support Black businesses, we’re investing in our own future. We’re breaking the cycle of poverty, reducing crime, and creating a foundation for future generations. Kansas City, this is our call to action. We have the power to make a difference. Let’s learn more, stand together, and create lasting change. Let’s build a future where our success is celebrated, and our communities thrive. Together, we can—and will—make a difference. #BlackEntrepreneurs #KansasCityStrong #CommunityFirst Sources: Lendio, Atlanta Tribune, Brookings Institute

🎉 Celebrate Black Excellence with Us! 🎉 Kansas City, let’s come together for a night of pure joy, culture, and celebration at the G.I.F.T. of Color Annual Gala on September 28th! This is the perfect opportunity to come and experience one of our city's vibrant showcases of Black brilliance and the power of community. 🖤✨ 🎟️ Grab Your Tickets Now: https://lnkd.in/grxjPTdM —Don’t miss your chance to be part of an unforgettable evening filled with inspiration, music, and a whole lot of love. Imagine a room full of people who are as passionate about uplifting Black businesses and culture as you are. That’s what this night is all about—honoring our achievements, sharing our stories, and dancing the night away! 🕺🏽💃🏽 👥 Bring Your Crew! Tag someone who you know needs to be there to celebrate with us! Let’s make memories and support a cause that’s all about creating opportunities and spreading joy. #BlackExcellence #KansasCityGala #CelebrateBlackJoy #CommunityPower #GIFTGala2024

We Have A Major Announcment!!! Our second $25,000 grant recipient is here…. @urbankansascity

If you only plan to go to one major event this year, make it this one. The GIFT of Color Gala is an all-in-one event featuring great food, drinks, and live entertainment. Whether it’s a romantic date or an outing with a friend, make it an evening to remember. Pick out your best formal fit and get ready to enjoy the elegant ambiance of The GIFT of Color Gala and everything it has to offer! 🎟️🎟️ Get tickets for two on our website! Your ticket purchase directly supports our small-business accelerator, providing Black business owners in Kansas City’s historically redlined neighborhoods with equitable access to financial support through grants, marketing services, and free business resources and education. 📅 Mark your calendar: GIFT of Color Gala 9.28.2024 6PM The Lex at the Municipal 301 W. 13th St Kansas City, MO 64105

When you support a Black-owned business in KC, you’re doing more than just spending money—you’re fueling a movement that has deep roots in our community. We've seen firsthand how these businesses breathe life into our neighborhoods. They’re not just creating jobs; they’re creating opportunities where there were none. They’re turning dreams into realities for families who’ve been overlooked for far too long. When a Black-owned business thrives, it ripples out—hiring local people, reinvesting in the neighborhood, and bringing pride to the community. The data doesn’t lie: nearly 50% of the revenue from these businesses stays right here in KC, compared to just 14% from big chain stores. That means more money in the hands of our people, more kids seeing that they, too, can be entrepreneurs and more hope for a brighter future. But it’s not just about the dollars and cents. It’s about dignity. It’s about being able to walk down a street in our city and see Black excellence reflected back at us. It’s about transforming areas that have been neglected and making them places of opportunity and growth. When Black businesses succeed, they challenge the systemic barriers that have held us back for so long. They show what’s possible when we’re given a fair shot. And this isn’t just a win for Black communities—it’s a win for all of Kansas City. A stronger, more inclusive economy benefits everyone. It creates a more vibrant, diverse city where everyone has a chance to thrive. So when you choose to support a Black-owned business, you’re choosing to invest in a stronger, more united Kansas City. Let’s keep pushing forward together. #SupportBlackBusiness #OurKC #CommunityFirst African American News and Issues KCUR

Its easy to think that everybody knows who we are and what we do not the truth is everyone doesn't know who we are and what we do so heres just a little information on our organization and how you can be apart. When your done watching join the movement. Become a donor, come to our Gala, share our content, follow us. There's so many ways we can grow this but they all require you. Hope to see you soon #GIFT #kcgift

What are our past grant recipients up to? Oh nothing just being phenomenal. @elainapaige and the @thenextpaigeagency @nextpaigefoundation was our first $50,000 grant recipient, her goal was to open up a talent agency on the east side of Troost to give people in the Midwest an opportunity to make it in the entertainment industry and thats exactly what she's done. With partnerships with the NFL, Red Bull, Royals and Max her business is thriving thanks to all of your generous contributions. Thank YOU! Kansas City heres yet another example to show you that we're doing it. #blackexcellence #kcgift #donationsmatter

We want to hear from you! Entrepreneurship comes with its own unique set of challenges but that doesn’t mean that our challenges are all the same. What challenges are you dealing with as an entrepreneur and what do you think would be different if you didn’t have to deal with that challenge?