Where will you be on Small Business Saturday?

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Did you know that Canva offers a 100% free program for nonprofits? Click here to learn more. 

Also, did you know that you can apply to get $10,000 per month advertising grant from Google? (Nonprofits.) 

“While you were sleeping!” Our daily news update from Chicago’s Black Business Network. CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE. 


She goes by Mishka Nichelle on Facebook. "The Pastor's Secretary." In this video, she shared 12 Community Grants in this video. Click HERE to listen. 


Do you know anyone who lives in University Park, IL? Please tell them that the application for WATER BILL RELIEF is now open until February 1, 2026.


CAN YOU SPARE A DOLLAR? That's it. That's all. Donate $1.00 to National Block Club University (NBCU) so that they can continue their work. Every dollar helps. Cash.app or ZELLE  312-405-8844 or PayPal: www.NationalBlockClubUniversity.com 

Anyone who currently lives in WENTWORTH GARDENS, please contact me. NBCU would like to reach out and connect with residents.


 




This is how we build strong communities. Be involved. Please submit this form. https://forms.gle/tKgqXiTirKFgMMhK8 
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Marvelette Bailey Founder of TrichoScience Clinic is featured in this edition of Shopping Black Chicago. What about you? www.ShoppingBlackChicago.com
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Can I count on you to slide by for Small Business Saturday 2025? Absolutely Anything Essential Gift Shop anytime between 8 am and 5 pm. If you shop big box. You can stop by, shop and or create with us small business owners. Click to learn more:  Absolutely Anything Essential Gift Shop

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