Dear BECMA Supporters,
Black History Month has just ended, but BECMA draws inspiration from the achievements and contributions of African Americans in all facets of our history each and every day. Allow us this moment to share our 2021 Impact Report which details how BECMA has made history and created value within the Commonwealth in the last year. Thank you for standing with us!
We’ve accomplished much, but there’s more work to be done to close the racial wealth gap in Massachusetts. BECMA will continue to drive a positive impact within Massachusetts’ Black economy through our efforts across four pillars: Entrepreneurship, Placement, Commerce, and Ownership. Together with our allies, and you by our side, we will continue to make history daily!
As we work to drive BECMA’s mission forward, I hope you will stand with us and consider a gift to BECMA today! Please consider making a recurring gift on a weekly, monthly, or quarterly basis.
“BECMA has been instrumental in helping my business survive the pandemic. They have been a great resource in helping me navigate economic relief opportunities. As a result, I received a $5K grant that allowed me to buy a piece of equipment to help me increase productivity and revenue and that set me apart from my competitors.” – Teresa Maynard, Owner Sweet Teez Bakery
Like Teresa Maynard, there are thousands of small businesses and ambitious entrepreneurs across our Commonwealth – with innovative ideas and big dreams who need the capital, resources, and technical assistance that BECMA provides. A recent MA Taxpayer Foundation study found that by closing the MA racial wealth gap, we’d grow the MA economy by $25 billion in just five years. Developing the black economy empowers the whole economy!
BECMA is a catalyst for entrepreneurs across our state. With your support, we will continue to create a more inclusive, equitable, and productive Commonwealth for all of us. Please consider a gift to BECMA today – an investment in economic justice and equity in 2022 and beyond. Your gift of any size will make a HUGE difference.
Sincerely,
Nicole Obi
President and CEO
