Discover and Support Black-Owned Businesses
Discover Black-owned businesses, community spotlights, jobs, events, and resources across the global African diaspora.
Explore Discover and Support Black-Owned Businesses
- Your Black Community Platform
Explore Black-owned businesses, community news, events, and opportunities on Rise and Lyft.
- Discover Black-Owned Businesses
Search the Black-owned business directory by city and category. Discover local businesses and learn about their work.
- Community Spotlights
Meet Black founders, creators, professionals, and community leaders. Read their biographies and stories.
- Browse Black-Owned Businesses by City
Explore local Black-owned businesses in cities across the United States and around the world.
- Community Resources
Explore community resources for business, health, housing, education, and living abroad.
- Jobs at Black-Owned Businesses
Browse career opportunities, including local and remote roles, on the community job board.
- Black Community News
Read news and stories about Black-owned businesses, culture, and the African diaspora.
- Community Events
Discover community events, cultural gatherings, and networking opportunities near you and online.
- Grants and Funding
Explore funding resources for Black entrepreneurs, community organizations, and students.
- Black Health Directory
Explore health and wellness providers, therapists, and community health resources.
- Housing and Homeownership
Explore housing resources, real estate professionals, and homeownership information.
- Plans and Pricing
Compare Rise and Lyft membership plans and find the features that fit your community and business goals.
- Rise and Lyft TV — Original Series
Explore Carver Springs original series, official trailers, and previews. Full episodes are not available yet.
- Living Abroad — Diaspora Travel and Return
Explore diaspora travel and return resources, destinations, and official pathway information. Check current requirements with official sources.
- Community Media
Explore photos, videos, and moments shared by the Rise and Lyft community.
Frequently asked questions
What is Rise and Lyft?
Rise and Lyft is the Black Community's Operating System — a platform with more than 43,000 approved directory listings across 50+ countries. Search pages load a smaller set of matching results at a time so you can discover businesses, professionals, organizations, cultural sites, events, and educational institutions.
Is it free to use?
Yes. Browsing the directory, reading spotlights, and exploring events is always free. Business owners can also list their business at no cost.
How do I list my business?
Click "List a Business" in the top navigation, fill in your details, and submit for review. Once approved, your business appears in the directory for the community to discover and support.
What types of businesses are listed?
We cover 120+ categories — restaurants, barbershops, salons, law firms, financial services, tech companies, health and wellness providers, nonprofits, retail shops, and much more.
How do I find businesses near me?
Use the Map view to browse businesses near your current location, or search by city in the directory. The mobile app (coming soon) will also support location-based discovery.
Can I add a business outside the United States?
Absolutely. Rise and Lyft is global — we currently list businesses in over 50 countries spanning North America, the UK, Africa, the Caribbean, and beyond.