In 2022, the Black Business Scholarship was created in partnership with HeavieTalk Media. This micro scholarship was created to provide support and funding to Black businesses who are striving to make an impact. The scholarship is run via a nomination system allowing individuals to nominate a Black business or Black business owners to nominate themselves.
Since its inception, we’ve received more than 500+ nominations and awarded $2,000 in funding through the support of donations.
After deep consideration in 2024, we opted to change the format of the scholarship. The Black Business Scholarship is now offered annually. The annual scholarship cycle will open on June 17 and close on August 30. One recipient will be awarded a micro scholarship between $1,000 – $2,000. Eligible applicants must: reside and operate in the United States, be a legally registered business, and be a Black-owned and operated business.
~Scholarship Cycle Closed~
Are you interested in submitting a nomination for your business or your favorite black business? Join the waitlist! By joining the waitlist, we will send you an email when the scholarship cycle opens on June 17.
Scholarship Recipients
Previous Black Business Scholarship recipients
BE Impactful Foundation
BE Impactful Foundation is an organization dedicated to empowering community, improvement, education advancement, and social intervention within inequitable communities through building meaningful relationships, developing sustainable programs, and increasing our community influence/impact.
Gardening and Beats
Gardening and Beats empowers global reconnection with nature through spiritual, organic gardening guidance, sustainable food growth, and educational workshops.
Craig D. Butler Scholarship Foundation
Craig D. Butler Scholarship Foundation provides future high school graduates with financial support as they pursue their dreams in the aftermath of gun violence. The Craig D. Butler Scholarship Foundation was founded by Khadijah Butler.
Laces & Pages
Laces & Pages is an online bookstore for BIPOC-authored children’s books. Laces & Pages was founded by Gary and Desireé Roberts.
A Unique Perspective
A Unique Perspective was developed to create a sacred space for us as African Americans to receive therapy services. A Unique Perspective was founded by Unique Jordan.
Four Thirteen Counseling Services
Four Thirteen Counseling Services strives to offer individualized treatment to support clients toward becoming their best selves. Four Thirteen Counseling Services was founded by Dr. Evelyn Roberts.
Braidsbydede
Braidsbydede provides styles to enhance a clients look and allows them to feel and look better. Braidsbydede was founded by Khadejah Baker.
Gigabee Graphics
Gigabee Graphics looks to highlight artistic expression through design and clothing. Gigabee Graphics was founded by Galaxy Okoro.
Bene Beauty by Bri
Bene Beauty by Bri provides handmade skin, body care, and beauty products to help people correct skin issues and maintain skin health naturally. Bene Beauty by Bri was founded by Brianna Millions.
Scholarship Eligibility Requirements
Scholarship nominees must meet these specific eligibility requirements.
- Must be Black-owned and operated
- Must be a legally registered business
- Must reside and operate in the United States
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: What is the Black Business Scholarship?
A: The Black Business Scholarship, is a scholarship presented by TheBlack.Blog and HeavieTalk Media to acknowledge Black-owned businesses in the United States that are making a positive impact in their communities.
Q: How do I submit a nomination for the Black Business Scholarship?
A: Complete the nomination form to submit a nomination to the Black Business Scholarship. All questions on the nomination form must be answered.
Q: Do I have to pay to submit a nomination?
A: No! There’s no cost to submit a scholarship nomination.
Q: I nominated a business, why weren’t they selected?
A: Scholarship nominees must meet the eligibility requirements. Nomination does not guarantee selection.
Q: How much do scholarship recipients receive?
A: There is no fixed amount. This scholarship is funded via donation.
Q: When are nominations accepted?
A: The scholarship cycle opens once a year. Scholarship nominations are only accepted between June 17 and August 30. The last day to submit a nomination is August 30 at 11:59 PM CST.
Q: After the nomination has been submitted what happens next?
A: All nominations are reviewed within 7-14 days. If the nomination is accepted, the nominee will receive notification their business has been selected for the annual nominee pool.
Q: When are nominees notified if they won the scholarship or not?
A: All nominees are contacted within 60 days of the nomination period ending with further information including when scholarship notification begins.
Q: How is the scholarship winner selected?
A: Scholars are selected to receive the scholarship based on a thorough review of the business.
Q: What type of business is eligible?
A: Black-owned businesses operating in the United States are eligible. This scholarship is for profit and non-profit businesses that are making a positive impact in the communities in which they operate. Storefronts and non-profits are encouraged to apply.
Q: If I win, do I have to pay the scholarship back?
A: No!
Q: Can a business be nominated more than once?
A: Yes, however, a business will only be awarded one scholarship per 36-month cycle.
Fund A Scholar
All donations received will be used to fund the Black Business Scholarship. Here’s how we spend donations.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about the Black Business Scholarship or the nomination process, please contact us at: admin@heavietalkmedia.com.
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