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Black Wall Street Legacy Awards 2025: Honoring Black Excellence in Asheville
As February unfolded, Black Wall Street Asheville hosted one of the most powerful celebrations of Black History Month—the Black Wall Street Legacy Awards 2025. This prestigious event, held on February 22 at the Asheville Community Theatre, was a night of reflection, recognition, and community pride. Black Excellence in Asheville was on full display at the…
Read MoreBlack History Awards 2025: Celebrating Resilience, Honoring Excellence, and Enduring History
In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene’s unforgiving wrath last year, our community found itself standing in the shadow of profound devastation. Entire neighborhoods were swallowed by floodwaters, leaving countless families without shelter or a place to call home. Once-thriving businesses, the lifeblood of our local economy, were forced to close their doors, some indefinitely, as…
Read MoreThe Season of Giving: How to Make a Difference This Holiday Season
The holiday season is a time for joy, celebration, and connection. It’s also a season that reminds us of the power of giving—to share our blessings and help make the world a better place. Whether through acts of kindness, volunteering, or financial contributions, the holidays provide a unique opportunity to spread goodwill and support those…
Read MoreGrind AVL: Wear Your Support for Asheville’s Recovery and Resilience
The Black Wall Street AVL movement has always been about resilience, empowerment, and community revitalization. Now, as Asheville works to recover from the devastation left by Hurricane Helene, the Grind AVL shop is stepping up as a way for people to directly support the city’s recovery efforts and the revival of the Black business district.…
Read MoreEmpowering Entrepreneurs: Success Highlights from the GATE Program
The GATE Program at Black Wall Street AVL is designed to support and nurture entrepreneurs within our community. By providing resources, mentorship, and a collaborative environment, the program has helped numerous businesses thrive. In this blog, we highlight the achievements of our members and the importance of having a supportive network like GATE. We currently…
Read MorePreparing for Black Wall Street GRINDFest 2024: Essential Reminders, Tips, and Preparation Guide
GRINDFest 2024 is fast approaching, and we’re excited to welcome you to Asheville’s biggest celebration of Black entrepreneurship and culture. To ensure you have an amazing experience, here are key reminders, tips, and preparation strategies. Key Reminders: Dates and Location: May 24-26, 2024, at AB Tech Conference Center, Asheville, NC. Tickets and Wristbands: Have…
Read MoreHonoring Resilience and Excellence: The Black Wall Street Legacy Award 2024
On February 17, 2024, history unfolded once again at the iconic Black Wall Street Building as it played host to the prestigious Black Wall Street Legacy Award ceremony. This event, a beacon of celebration and recognition, stood as a testament to the resilience, innovation, and unwavering spirit of the Black community. Honoring Resilience and Excellence:…
Read MoreCelebrating the Spirit of the Season at BWS Holiday Jam
The holiday season in Asheville just got a whole lot merrier with the Black Wall Street (BWS) Holiday Jam that took place on December 20, 2023. This festive event brought together over 60 registered for an evening filled with joy, music, and community spirit. Hosted at the iconic Black Wall Street Building in 8 River…
Read MoreBlack Wall Street Newsletter: Event, Spotlight, and Updates!
UPCOMING EVENTS: The BWS HOLIDAY JAM! Get ready to groove at the BWS HOLIDAY JAM on December 20 at the Black Wall Street Building (8 River Arts Place, Asheville, NC)! We’re turning up the festive vibes from 5:30 pm to 10:00 pm for a night of celebration and community spirit. The best part? Entry is…
Read MoreOPEN HOUSE EVENT: The Black Wall Street Event Space in Asheville
Are you in search of the perfect venue for your upcoming event, be it a wedding, birthday party, mitzvah, corporate gathering, or nonprofit function? Look no further because the Black Wall Street AVL Event Space is thrilled to announce that we are opening our doors to the public, and we can’t wait to show you…
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