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.

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

Built 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

Open To
  • 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.