Join BBN
Connect with a growing network of Black-owned businesses and access opportunities designed to support your growth.
What Membership Unlocks
The V.I.E.W. model: visibility, information, equity tools, and warm connections.
- Visibility
- Information
- Equity Tools
- Warm Connections
Spotlight opportunities and vendor access that increase exposure for your business.
ShopBBN Directory spotlight opportunities (monthly)
Vendor opportunities across BBN events and activations
Featured calls and visibility updates as opportunities open
Curated updates so you stay in the loop without information overload.
Curated free monthly newsletter
Event announcements and participation updates
Key updates from BBN programs and initiatives
Practical tools and funding leads to support readiness and growth.
Digital Resource Library (guides, templates, toolkits)
Live Funding Opportunities list (grants, RFPs, contracts)
Resource recommendations when relevant
Connection and referrals when opportunities align with your business goals.
Networking connections by request
Referrals to trusted partners when relevant
Help identifying the right next step
Who This Is For
Black-owned businesses and entrepreneurs in Minnesota
Vendors and makers seeking visibility and customers
Business owners looking for tools, funding leads, and support
Professionals and community members supporting Black business growth
All businesses and supporters who want to engage respectfully and build community
Partners, allies, and neighbors who shop, share, and show up
BBN programming centers Black-owned businesses while welcoming broad community participation.
Membership Options
Choose how you want to engage with BBN. Start with free membership to access opportunities, resources, and foundational learning—with the option to unlock deeper benefits as expanded membership offerings launch.
Choose Your Path
BBN Member
Access free member benefits including visibility opportunities, updates, funding leads, foundational learning content, and tools designed to support your business growth.
Coming Soon
BBN Pro
A future membership tier designed to offer expanded benefits, deeper learning access, advanced tools, and added member perks as new offerings launch.
Not sure where to start?
Start with free membership to explore opportunities, resources, and community support. You can upgrade as expanded membership options become available.