Going out to enjoy a meal or spend time with friends or family? Purchasing supplies or services and seeking local BIPOC and FTW businesses? See below for a list of spreadsheets and directories, curated by local leaders and organizations, showing how you can support other local and BIPOC folks!
Minneapolis-St. Paul Minority Business Map (launched June 2023 by Atharv Kulkarni)
“I’ve developed this tool with the aim of highlighting BIPOC-owned businesses in Minneapolis and St. Paul. As part of our commitment to create a more inclusive and equitable business ecosystem, this map serves as a valuable resource to discover and engage with over 1000 incredible establishments across 20+ industries. Explore the map and support local businesses, with new additions daily.”
POLO | Pilipino Owned, Locally Operated (managed by Eric “Pogi” Sumangil)
“Welcome to POLO, Minnesota’s only online directory of businesses that are owned and operated by members of our local Pilipino community! My hope is that this resource cna help those businesses that are Pilipino owned and operated thrive.”
BIPOC Graphic Designer Contact Sheet – LOCUS MN
“This list is for Black, Indigenous, and People of Color graphic designers looking to pick up paid opportunities. Feel free to specify your specific skills, rates, or kind of opportunities you’re looking for. Add yourself, but please keep it local to Twin Cities area.”
MN Mental Health Providers of Color Database (created by Larry Yang)
“One of the purposes for this list is to increase the community’s awareness of the current providers of color in the field. Feel free to share the database with others. If you have any questions or insight feel free to send an email to mnmhpoc@gmail.com. Thank you.”
Minnesota Indigenous Business Alliance (MNIBA) Native Business Directory
“The business directory has been designed from the ground up with Native trade and exchange in mind, making it easier to locate Native businesses, artists, professionals, social enterprises, nonprofits, tribal colleges and tribal governments. When you use MNIBA’s business directory you can feel confident that you’re supporting and buying Native.”