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Grand Rapids Area Black Businesses (GRABB) is an Economic and Business Development organization. GRABB works to foster an economy that creates prosperity and supports the revitalization of predominantly Black neighborhoods.

 

GRABB works to expand opportunities for Black businesses in the Metro Grand Rapids area by assisting them with acquiring Five forms of capital (Cultural, Human, Social, Intellectual and Financial) and creating awareness for Black businesses. GRABB is empowering the Black business community that is leading to meaningful and beneficial economic growth and sustainability.

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what is #theShift?

#TheShift is the conscious and intentional effort to achieve economic equity through entrepreneurship and wealth creation in the Black community that will raise the quality of life for Black families. #TheShift is the redirection and reinvestment of our dollars into our Black owned businesses, predominately Black neighborhoods and spaces. It has been stated that the Dollar leaks out the Black community after 6 hour while it remains in other communities as long as 28 days. #TheShift is also about slowing the leakage of dollars out of our community so we can build generation wealth.

News and updates

  • Grand Rapids Area Black Businesses hosting annual GRABB awards

    An African American-focused economic development organization will honor several Black-owned businesses and community leaders at a virtual awards ceremony Thursday.Grand Rapids Area…...
    04/21/2022

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  • The Power of People: How to Build Your Network

    Everyone needs a network of people they can count on, in both in their personal lives, and in business. For entrepreneurs especially,…...
    11/18/2020

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  • The Cost of Gentrification

    It is a sign of a thriving city to see regular reinvestment and renewal in residential and business districts. New construction and…...
    11/02/2020

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  • Upcoming events

  • 2024 GRABB Awards Recipients & Honoree

    We celebrated excellence, innovation, and community impact at this year's GRABB Gala & Awards.

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