Black Business Holiday Gifting Guide

Movement Matters Collective in partnership with Sister Cities Project have joined forces to create a gifting guide to help you find something for everyone on your list. What's unique about this gifting guide is that it focuses on local Black-Owned small businesses!

This gifting season shop local, support Black, and have an impact.  

Greater Than Tech: facilitates STEM and entrepreneurship education to empower underserved youth

Fit, Black, and Educated: We provide free or inexpensive workouts, educational workshops, and events geared to improving the well-being of Black communities to thrive holistically. Products + merchandise are also available to support this mission.

Paddle for Peace: offers free surf lessons and coastal access/education for BIPOC and underserved communities

Diverse Research Now: Works to increase diversity in science and clinical trials through education and advocacy.  

Sister Cities Project: Created to be a conduit that brings white and black people together who are interested in taking action toward breaking down old barriers, systems and divisions that exist in America.

Blk Girls Who Garden: Bring life into any space with quality plants and decor along with educational offerings.

Organized by Jen D: With the help of professional organizer Jen, help someone you love turn their home into their special retreat. 

Dripping Candles And Designs Created by Chelle: Create a cozy and inviting atmosphere with eco-friendly wood-wick candles crafted with love by Dripping Candles And Designs.

Mae's Place & Co.: Add a touch of personality to any home with unique shirts, mugs, and other items from a brand inspired by the creativity of grandmothers.

It's in the Details: Make every gift-giving occasion special with innovative and enhanced celebratory gift boxes from It's in the Details.

Illustrated Melanin: Choose from a curated collection of illustrations and affirmations created to spread joy and encourage wellness. Their stationary products encourage Black Girls everywhere to shine on.  

Greenish Brands: Pamper your loved ones with luxurious CBD wellness products and accessories from a Black-women-owned and operated mobile apothecary.

Movement Matters Collective - Give the gift of feeling good through mindful movement and community! 

House of Inner G: Help your loved ones tap into their inner guidance and gain clarity with an astrology consultation or spiritual advisor session at House of InnerG

Soultry Sisters: Enjoy all things arts and wellness with this community-based collective, dance classes, workshops, and merch.

Chocolate Yoga Destination: Give the gift of relaxation, breath, and renewal with Faatima a gifted, sound healer, yoga instructor, and Reiki Master Teacher.

Chrissy's Cookies: Delight their taste buds with a box of the best shortbread cookies they've never had, along with ginger-turmeric tea and candied roasted nuts.

Treats by Vea: Indulge your loved ones with sweet treats for every occasion

Louisiana Banana Pudding: Bring a smile one spoonful at a time! A silky, creamy, rich, mouthwatering treat that satisfies any sweet tooth craving. Send an email for more info

Candied by Whitt: Indulge their love for all things sweet with handcrafted treats from Candied by Whitt. Their menu features a variety of candied fruits, nuts, and pretzels.

Uncle Jack's Southern Soul Food: A menu featuring traditional dishes like fried chicken, mac and cheese, and collard greens. Share the flavors of authentic Southern Soul Food.

Shades of Soul: Let Shades of Soul tantalize your taste buds with their mouthwatering soul food dishes, prepared with family recipes passed down through generations. Send an email for more info.

Eat Bomb San Diego: Treat them to a unique and memorable dining experience with a meal at Eat Bomb San Diego. Their pop-up events feature innovative and boundary-pushing culinary creations

Yayas Soul Chic Catering: Let Yayas Soul Chic Catering cater their next special occasion with their mouthwatering soul food dishes. Their menu features classics like fried catfish, shrimp and grits, and peach cobbler. Send an email for more info.

The Remix: Satisfy your cravings for hearty vegan comfort food with dishes from The Remix. Their menu features a variety of plant-based options, including jambalaya, lentil stew, and veggie burgers.

VeVe Eats: Delight their taste buds with a plant-based feast from VeVe Eats. Their food + catering services specialize in transforming everyday dishes into delicious vegan creations.

Luv Mylk: This delish plant-based hemp-derived milk alternative. It nourishes the body and offers a better, more sustainable vision for our future. 

The Bar Bank: Give the gift of creativity and fun with a mixology class that covers everything from basic techniques to creating signature cocktails. Bar catering services are also provided.

Sipwell Wine Co.: Enjoy premium wine with a can-do spirit. With a single serving of zero-sugar, organic wine in each infinitely recyclable can, our wines are meant for toasting the little wins in life.  

Sip Wine + Beer - Share the spirited gift of curated wine and beers created by women and people of color.