THE BLACK DOLLAR
The Black dollar circulates in the Black community for an estimated six hours before leaving, a stark contrast to the significantly longer periods it stays within other communities, such as 20 days in the Jewish community and 30 days in the Asian community. This rapid departure means that money earned by Black individuals is quickly spent outside of Blackowned businesses, limiting opportunities for reinvestment and economic growth. The short circulation period contributes to the challenge of sustaining Black-owned businesses, as they often struggle with a lack of capital, fewer resources, and less community support. This financial outflow exacerbates the racial wealth gap, making it harder for Black communities to build generational wealth, create jobs, and achieve economic stability. By understanding and addressing the factors behind this phenomenon, we can work towards creating a more equitable financial landscape that supports the long-term success and sustainability of Black-owned businesses.
for using this directory to reclaim the Black dollar and support Black-owned businesses. Your commitment helps strengthen our community and provides vital support to entrepreneurs who often face more barriers than their white counterparts, from limited access to capital to systemic challenges. By choosing to invest in Black-owned businesses, you’re not only helping to close the economic gap but also empowering these businesses to thrive, create jobs, and foster a more inclusive and equitable economy. Together, we are making a meaningful impact and building a stronger future for all.
-The Black Resiliency Project
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Best of Black in Butte 2023
Page - 4 & 5
Vote For Best of Black in Butte 2024
Page - 7
The Directory
Page - 8 to 17
The App Page - 18
The Project
Page - 19
Akira Ross
Jordan Neely
Darryl Tyree Williams
Tyre Nichols
Keenan Anderson
Sinzae Reed
Keshawn Thomas
Dante Kittrell
Jayland Walker
Christopher Kelley
Ruth Whitfield
Pearl Young
Katherine Massey
Heyward Patterson
Celestine Chaney
Geraldine Talley
Aaron Salter Jr
Andre Mackniel
Margus Morrison
Roberta Drury
Patrick Lyoya
Donnell Rochester
Amir Locke
Isaiah Tyree Williams
Jason Walker
James Williams
Michael Wayne Jackson
Arnell "AJ" Stewart
Fanta Bility
Alvin Motley Jr.
Ta’Neasha Chappell
Ryan Leroux
Winston Smith
Latoya Denise James
Andrew Brown Jr
Ma'Khia Bryant
Matthew "Zadok" Williams
Daunte Wright
James Lionel Johnson
Dominique Williams
Donovon Lynch
Marvin Scott III
Jenoah Donald
Patrick Warren
Xzavier Hilln
Kenneth Chamberlain Sr
Levi Harrington
Robe
Vinc
Mon
Benn
Casey Goodson Jr
Aiden Ellison
Quawan Charles
Kevin Peterson Jr
Walter Wallace Jr
Jonathan Price
Kurt Reinhold
Dijon Kizzee
Damian Daniels
Anthony McClain
Julian Lewis
Maurice Abisdid-Wagner
Brayla Stone
Rayshard Brooks
Priscilla Slater
Robert Forbes
Kamal Flowers
Jamel Floyd
David McAtee
James Scurlock
Calvin Horton Jr
Tony McDade
Dion Johnson
George Floyd
Maurice Gordon
Cornelius Fredericks
Steven Taylor
Daniel Prude
Breonna Taylor
Barry Gedeus
Manuel Ellis
Reginald "Reggie" Payne
Ahmaud Arbery
Lionel Morris
Jaquyn O'Neill Light
William Green
Darius Tarver
Miciah Lee
John Neville
Cameron Lamb
Michael Dean
Cletis Williams
Will Brown
Titi "Tete" Gulley
Dominique Clayton
Pamela Turner
Ronald Greene
Sterling Higgins
Bradley Blackshire
Jassmine McBride
Aleah Jenkins
Emantic Bradford Jr
Jemel Roberson
Charles Roundtree Jr
Botham Jean
Harith Augustus
Jason Washington
Antwon Rose Jr
Robert White
Earl McNeil
Marcus-David Peters
Dorian Harris
Danny Ray Thomas
Stephon Clark
Ronell Foster
Damon Grimes
James Lacy
Charleena Lyles
Mikel McIntyre
Jordan Edwards
Timothy Caughman
Alteria Woods
DESMOND PHILLIPS
Deborah Danner
Alfred Olango
Terence Crutcher
Christian Taylor
Jamarion Robinson
Donnell Thompson Jr.
Joseph Mann
Philando Castile
Alton Sterling
Jay Anderson Jr
Che Taylor
David Joseph
Dr Andrew C Jackson
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Samuel DuBose
Darrius Stewart
Sandra Bland
Susie Jackson
Daniel Simmons
Ethel Lance
Myra Thompson
Cynthia Hurd
DePayne Middleton-Doctor
Sharonda Coleman-Singleton
Clementa Pinckney
TyWanza Sanders
Kalief Browder
Freddie Gray
Norman Cooper
Walter Scott
Eric Harris
Meagan Hockaday
Natasha McKenna
Rumain Brisbon
Tamir Rice
Akai Gurley
Tanisha Anderson
Laquan McDonald
Cameron Tillman
Darrien Hunt
Kajieme Powell
Michelle Cusseaux
Dante Parker
Ezell Ford
Michael Brown
Amir Brooks
John Crawford III
Eric Garner
Jerry Dwight Brown
Victor White III
Marquise Jones
Yvette Smith
Renisha McBride
Jonathan Ferrell
Deion Fludd
Gabriel Winzer
Robert Ricks
Wayne A. Jones
Kimani Gray
Kayla Moore
Corey Stingley
Darnesha Harris
Jordan Davis
Mohamed Bah
Sgt James Brown
Darius Simmons
Rekia Boyd
Trayvon Martin
Willie Ray Banks
Eugene Ellison
Danroy "DJ" Henry Jr
Aiyana Stanley-Jones
Lawrence Allen
Oscar Grant
Julian Alexander
Marvin Parker
DeAunta Farrow
Sean Bell
Kathryn Johnston
Timothy Stansbury Jr
Alberta Spruill
Anthony Dwain Lee
Ricky Byrdsong
Amadou Diallo
James Byrd Jr
Nicholas Heyward Jr
Mary Mitchell
Sharon Walker
Eleanor Bumpurs
Edward Gardner
Elton Hayes
Fred Hampton
Martin Luther King Jr
Alberta Odell Jones
Jimmie Lee Jackson
Malcolm X
James Earl Chaney
Louis Allen
Medgar Evers
Herbert Lee
John Earl Reese
Emmett Till
William McDuffie
Della McDuffie
Malcolm Wright
George Stinney Jr
BEST OF BLACK IN BUTTE 2023
BEST OF BLACK IN BUTTE 2023
Arts & Culture
ARTISTS
Alexandria Biley shopartbyally · Instagram
Chico CA
Amma Culture Educator
AmmaCulture.org (530) 354-7018
Chico CA
Artist register for the NorCal Directory: www upstateartist org/join
Chrisitan Garcia Arts 594evah Instagram (530) 354-4973
Sothern CA/Chico CA
Marc Andrew Fitzgerald Johnson ableabestudios com Chico CA
Melanie King - Artist Melrosebirds Instagram Chico CA
SimbalaDesilles simbaladesilles Instagram (734)355-0306
Redding CA
TheBlack Resiliency Project
CULTURE
African American Family & Cultural Center Programs & Services - All ages 3300 Spencer Ave, Oroville, CA 95966 (530) 532-1205
Amma Culture Educator
AmmaCulture org (530) 354-7018
Chico CA
Black Resiliency Project www.blkrp.org (530)-228-3300 Chico CA, NorCal
ARTISTS RESOURCES
Upstate Artists Norcal Directory CEAL Organization https://www upstateartists org/join
SewKreative Mobile Sewing Shop 916-856CRAFTS
BEAUTY
HAIR, BRAIDS & BARBERS
All that Glitter Salon
530-354-2817
1929 Esplanade Chico, CA 95973
Amira’s Place (530)354-3015 575 East Ave Suite A Chico CA 95926
Betty Atkinson Cosmetologist Oroville CA 916-370-1142
Braids by Gabbi Classes Available (530)717-0193 1224 Mangrove Ave #10 Chico, CA 95926
Braids by Kyra Flemming Braidersince98 - Instagram
Brittany AIrene Coleman
Oroville CA (530) 617-1467
Chico Braid Queen (916) 519-4888 Chico CA, 95926
Clairna Jerome Hair (754)422-3978 Chico CA
Crystal Michelle cmichellebeautypro - Instagram Sacramento/Chico/Travels
Elite Barber Shop 530 630 9987 Chico CA
ForeverFades (530) 864-2313 748 W 5th St, Chico, CA 95928
GMG Styles
530-513-7320 1224 Mangrove Ave Suite 10, Chico CA
KutzKocky Classes Available Gridley, CA
Larry Smith facebook com/larry smith 96199 Chico CA
NessaHair www nessahair com Oroville CA
Twist & Turns Instagram twistandturnsbeautyroom square site
EM Braiding (African Owned Business) 530-774-0198
NAILS, BROWS & MORE
Apple Eye Lashes
530-815-1627
Chico CA
Iriss Rose (530)282-8319 1561 Myers St, Oroville CA 95965
Kayla Wilson Brows 1557 Myers Oroville, CA 95966
EATS
TheBlack Resiliency Project
BAKERS
Adrianna's Bakery (951)271-1868
Custom Cookies by Victoria 530-922-0747 Oroville CA, 95966
Nothing Bundt Cakes
2061 Dr Martin Luther King Jr Pkwy Suite 167, Chico, CA 95928 nothingbundtcakes com (530) 636-7776
Oy’s Cupcakes (African Owned Business) 917-209-0251
Sista Sista Soul Food & Catering 530-680-6624
Tiny Land Candy Shop (530) 966-7065
WristWork
Wristworksweets square site Chico CA
EATERY
Big Mama’s BBQ
490 B St, Biggs, CA 95917 Phone: (530) 868-1500
Black WalStreet
Nord Ave , Chico (619)366-4722
Fast Eddie’s Sandwich shop 1175 East Ave, Chico, CA 95926 Phone: (530) 342-8558
Garibaldi’s New Orleans Cuisine
1250 East Ave #30, Chico, CA 95973 (530) 680-1275 cater2urtaste com
Gold City Blends Oroville CA
Juice Unwind - Jamaican
2470 Myers Street, Ch 809 Oroville Ave Or Ph: (530)693-4812
Lili’s Bistro
140 Broadway St #142 Chico, CA 95928 (530) 399-0675
lilisbrazilianbistro@gmail com
Mango Jamaican
809 Oroville Ave, Chico, CA 95928
Ph: (530)693-4812
Pita Pit
240 Broadway St, Chico, CA 95928 (951)271-1868
Rj’s Caribbean BBQ
Oroville/Chico Delivery Ph: (530)403-8105
Sipho’s
1228 Dayton Rd, Chico, CA 95928 (530) 895-1866
Spuds4U
Oroville, CA (530)922-0747
Yeti Wings
3166 Olive Hwy Ste b, Oroville, CA 95966
CATERING
Black Wal Street
Nord Ave., Chico (619)366-4722
Garibaldi’s New Orleans Cuisine
1250 East Ave #30, Chico, CA 95973 (530) 680-1275 cater2urtaste com
Sista Sista Soul Catering
Oroville/Chico
530-680-6624
Shaybaes
Soulfood Sundayz
Chico, CA
Message FB & Instagram
Yeti Wings
3166 Olive Hwy Ste b, Oroville, CA 95966
Health & Wellness
HEALTH MENTAL HEALTH
CW Fitness
Instagram: Cwfitness Chico CA
Elaine’s Therapeutic & Rehabilitation Massage (530) 487-0665
Equilibrium Acupuncture
254 E 1st St, Chico, CA 95928 (530) 870-1133
https://www equilibrium-acupuncture info/
Total Life Changes, LLC
FB: Jasmine Jackson-Ray Weight loss
Jessica Allen (530) 513-7320 j marie464@yahoo com
Creative Solutions Counseling (530)228-3300
HinesSight Consulting Counseling 702-482-2735
Total Life Changes, LLC
FB: Jasmine Jackson-Ray Weight loss
PODCAST/RADIO
Beans and Rice with a side of Cornbread Podcast 530-712-7516
Black In Butte Facebook Group
JE Photography (530) 566-3938 jephotographypro@yahoo com
Koyo FM 107.1 www.koyo.fm
Theological Misfit Podcast
The P.L.U.G Podcast
INTERNET/TV
TV for Less witgads@gmail.com www.tv-4-less.com
WEBSITES
E3H3 Website Management (530) 230-4648
PHOTOGRAPHERS
Anthony Reid Videographer & Droid (980)349-9901
JE Photography (530) 566-3938 jephotographypro@yahoo com
Trentin McKenzie Photography (530) 552-9658
Zicalas Zamunda Marketing, Music & More https://www.facebook.com/Zicalas
NON-PROFITS & CHURCHES
NON-PROFITS
Africans In Chico 305-726-7131
Angels With Heart 1459 East Lassen Ave. Chico CA 95926 530 321 6809
BLACC Events facebook com/BLACC 530
Black Resiliency Project
Culturally Appropriate Services & Harm Reduction www blkrp org (530)228-3300
Community Connections Fiscal Sponsorship Chico/Oroville CA
Love Chapman C.C. lovechapmantown@gmail com
Martin Luther King Steering Committee David Goodson 530-828-9759
MLK Unity (Beloved Community) Events
FB: Message
NAACP, Janet Goodson, President (530) 566-3680 naacpbuttecounty@gmail naacpbuttecounty1029b.com
NorCal Anti-racism Coalition norcalantiracismcoalition@gmail com
Oroville Southside Center Unhoused Services Youth Intervention Program Women & Children Housing 2959 Lower Wyandotte Rd, Oroville, CA 95966 (530) 693-4305
Restoring Our Community (323) 873-7053
Torres Foundation Placido and Lisa Torres Oroville CA 530 354-7474
Transforming Communities
DEIB Tranning & Workshops Rob@tcprojects org Butte County
NON-PROFITS & CHURCHES
CHURCHES
2nd Baptist Park Ave Church, 1053 Ohio St (530)345-4764
Bethel AME Church
Pastor Mical Cayton 821 Linden St (530) 715-7047
Faith Temple COGIC, Pastor Karl Hills 1335 Davis St (530)809-0780
New Home Missionary Baptist Church, Pastor Jones 4380 Lower Wyandotte (530)534-6518
Number One COGIC, Pastor Kevin Thompson 3291 Burlington Ave (530)693-0728
Oro Vista Baptist Church, Pastor Morton 2725 Florence Ave (530)533-8900
Rhema Word Of Faith, Pastor Haynie 574 E 12th St. (800)779-2214
Taylor Memorial African Methodist Church, Pastor Goodson 1957 B St (530)828-9759
Wynn Memorial COGIC, Pastor Edward Hall 2528 D St (530)533-9029
Resources
BLACK STUDEN UNIONS
African American Family & Cultural Center
Programs & Services - All ages
3300 Spencer Ave, Oroville, CA 95966 (530) 532-1205
Chico State BSU
Butte College BSU
Las Plumas BSU
Marsh Elementary BSU
African Black Coalition (BSU Support) https://www afrikanblackcoalition org/partne
rs
HAIR SUPPLIES
GMG Styles
530-513-7300
1224 Mangrove Ave Suite 10, Chico CA
KAMS Beauty. Supply kamsbeautysupply com 2359 Myers St Suite B Oroville CA 9596
EDUCATION
NorCal Anti-racism Coalition norcalantiracismcoalition@gmail com
Black History - Crash Course
https://www youtube com/playlist?
list=PL8dPuuaLjXtNYJO8JWpXO2JP0ezg
xsrJJ
NOIR
Business Training App - Ages 9-24 john@noirbcc org www noirbcc org Nationwide
Your Neighborhood Scholar https://yourneighborhoodscholar com/
Retail
CLOTHING HAIR SUPPLIES
African Connection
225 Main St STE G, Chico, CA 95928
Crown Culture
Crownloveculture@gmail com 530 566 3999
Kcustom Clothier
George Knox 530-624-4195
Kendall James Boutique
Chantal Vanderbilt Chantalevision - Instagram
Sondra D’s
Church Suits
714-404-5970
www sondradsapparel com
Unbreakable Collection
S Jerome sjapparel me
Wild Ones Thrift Chico CA
Facebook - Wild Ones Thrift
GMG Styles (530) 513-7320 j marie464@yahoo com
KAMS Beauty. Supply kamsbeautysupply com 2128 Myers St Suite A Oroville CA 9596
PERSONALIZED ITEMS
Anthony Grisby
Indigenous Business
Shirt Printing mr grigsby1980@gmail com
Beads By Rey beadsbyrey@gmail com (951)434-9701
Denee & Co - Custom Printing
Custom Tumblers, Dominoes & Crafts
Facebook com/DesignsByFeliciaDene
Kenneth Mccall
Eco Wood Crafts
FB:Kenneth McCall
Tashina Anderson
Jewelry
FB;Tashina Anderson
Project Services
REAL ESTATE
Aletha Montanez Realtor 530-7123-5765
Anthony Ellis Realtor (530) 552-7627
Na’Dia Merriweather Realtor/Investor 916-396-6422
NOW Real Estate Investors, LLC
“Home ownership in our community” 904-993-1398
Roberto Thompson II Loan Officer 916-243-6850
EVENTS
CARD - Dorthy Johnson Center CEAL Organization 530) 895-4711 775 E 16th St, Chico, CA 95928
Cee-Dee Photo Booth (African Owned Business) 530-433-9398
Memories Manifested Amber Bailey 916-545-5310 memoriesmanifested@gmail com
Royal Kingdom Transport Limo Service & Transportation (530) 354-0551 NorCal
Southside Community Center 530-693-4305
Vista Wedding Venue 530-228-3300 Oroville, CA 95966
Yours Truly, Private Event Studio (530) 891-1729 christieverett@yahoo com
RECREATION
Beast Club
Tyree Jones
FB: BeastClub
Chico Tarheels Basketball (530) 514-6558 chicotarheels@gmail com
New Two Farms Newtwofarms com (901)265-3883
Norcal Bears Basketball ncbearsbasketball@gmail com
Yours Truly, Private Event Studio (530) 891-1729 christieverett@yahoo com
BUILDING & GROUNDS
Cleo’s Cleaning Service (530)712-0565
Daveastating Lawn Care, 530-282-9310
Heavenly Hands Janitorial Services (323) 873-7053
Jimmerson Construction 530-966-2961
Keylao’s Cleaning Crew
FB:Faith Marianna Melendez
Melanin Maids Cleaning
Dominique Compian
FB: Message
Sparkle Cleanz by Kayy 530-519-8244
FB: Message
PROFESSIONAL
Christa Stafford Notary Services FB: Messenger
Dennis O’Neil Attorney at Law 2168 Esplanade, Chico, CA 95926 (530) 343-1010
Wealthy Mindset (African Owned Business) 530-433-9308
Wilks & Associates Accounting Services (530) 720-7371
Elaine’s Therapeutic & Rehabilitation Massage (530) 487-0665
Hines Sight Consulting Counseling 702-482-2735
Integrity Finance Solutions (African Owned Business) 406-274-0855
Kcustom Clothier Suits, Fittings & More 530-624-4195
Life Granted, LLC Grant Writer (530) 228-3300
Our Daughters Destiny Assistance ReEntry Program FB, Oroville CA
Shakela Mae McDaniel Notary Services FB: Message
Thrive Consulting Administrative Services (530) 282-8142
Total Life Changes, LLC FB: Jasmine Jackson-Ray
As part of our Upstate California Creative Corps grant program, a network of county arts partners has developed this Directory of artists and culture bearers across California's Upstate Region Use this Artist Directory as a resource for hiring artists
Who is eligible to join UpstateArtists.org online artist directory?
Artists, Culture Bearers, and Cultural Workers over 18 years of age
Artists, Culture Bearers, and Cultural Workers must live in one of the following counties: Butte, Colusa, Del Norte, Glenn, Humboldt, Lake, Lassen, Mendocino, Modoc, Nevada, Placer, Plumas, Shasta, Sierra, Siskiyou, Sutter, Tehama, Trinity and Yuba
The App is a resource and engagement application. It is a platform created to elevate black owned businesses and artists while creating a safe space for engagement and accessing resources. Scan the code to get notified when it launches!
Wewerebirthedoutofthe lossofGeorgeFloyd,aneed forrepresentation,adesireto reclaimtheblackdollar,and safespaces. Ourprimary focusisservingmarginalized andhistoricallyunderserved communities.
OUR MISSION
TheBlack Resiliency Project
The Black Resiliency Project empowers communities in Northern California by providing culturally responsive and harm reduction services We are committed to uplifting marginalized voices, fostering resilience, and promoting holistic well-being through programs that advocate for equity and meet the unique needs of our community
Through the Hear Us grant (Phase 2) from The Center, we have leveraged the funding to build organizational capacity and run programs focused on harm reduction This funds access to and utilization of behavioral health recovery services We do this work using culturally responsive practices
OUR PARTNERS:
The Community Equity Advancement Leader, C.E.A.L. This CEAL signifies that a business has met certain criteria that showcases their commitment to positive change through policies and practices. Contact us for more info at admin@blkrp org
Through the Upstate funding, we formed a team to design a magazine, develop our app, "The Hub " Additionally, we created two community art pieces to honor members of our community who passed We also compiled a Blackowned business Directory and established the Community Equity Advocacy Leader (CEAL) initiative to recognize businesses that are safe and equitable for People of Color
By Melanie King