Black In The Valley serves as a resource hub for Black businesses, cultural events and general information for the Black community in the San Fernando Valley.
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California has the 5th largest economy in the world. Surpassing France, Italy and the UK. The San Fernando Valley is home to 1.8 million people with 4 percent of its make up being black. This equates to a tremendous amount of black buying power located in the San Fernando Valley. Many of its black residents are spread around with a large concentration in Woodland Hills. However finding black owned and operated businesses can be complicated. There was a need to find these businesses and make them known to the public. Thereby the creation of Black In The Valley. Started as a Facebook group, Black In The Valley serves as a resource hub for black business,
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events and general information for the black community in the San Fernando Valley. Our directory will give you a comprehensive look at black owned businesses offered in the Valley. Founded during the pandemic of 2020, Black In The Valley is the perfect vehicle for support during these demanding times. Whether it be promotion of an event, business or social engagement, Black In The Valley is the hub for you. Black In The Valley is funded and parented by Zawadi Cultural Collective. A nonprofit organization operating in the San Fernando Valley.
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Year at a Glance
Black In The Valley and Zawadi Cultural Collective have a full calendar of events planned to the 24/25 fiscal year. Here's a list of our upcoming programs:
- TOWN HALL MEETING
Oct. 8, 2024
7pm - 9pm (in person & virtual)
Join us for our annual town hall meeting to address the issues and concerns that affect the African American community in the San Fernando Valley. A panel of representatives from various African American organizations in the valley will discuss topics of concern and how to synergize our efforts to devise some possible solutions and determine next steps for the community. - ZAWADI SCOUTS COMMUNITY SKATE PARTY
Nov. 11, 2024
10p - 12p
Break out your skates so you can roll and bounce with Zawadi Scouts Troop 3246 as they bring back their Annual Community Skate Party!! The skate party is open to families and kids of all ages. - TEEN FRIENDSGIVING
Nov. 16, 2024
Calling all teens for a day of giving thanks for our community. This program will be planned and led by the high school scouts of Zawadi Troop 3246. More information to follow. - KWANZAA CELEBRATION
Dec. 7, 2024
1p - 6p
Celebrate Kwanzaa with a creative and exciting program produced by Zawadi Troop 3246. Then shop for those unique and interesting gifts for Kwanzza and Christmas at our Black in the Valley marketplace. - 13TH ANNUAL WOMEN'S EMPOWERMENT & VISION BOARD PARTY
Jan. 26, 2025
1p - 5p
It's all about empowerment for our women! Join us for an afternoon of fellowship as speakers give words of wisdom on topics ranging from organizing your life to mental health. Food is provided and as always Manly Hands will be there to relieve stress offering 3 types of massages. We will also have our annual product swap where you bring in your gently used items to be swapped with others. Doing our part to reduce, reuse, recycle!! - BHM CAREER & HEALTH AWARENESS DAY
Feb. 1, 2025
12p - 3p
Bring your kids out for an interactive experience with Black professionals showcasing their various careers. This hands-on experience will open up their minds to some careers that they might not have ever thought of. And then join us for our health fair where we will have testing, information and giveaways to educate the public about the causes and prevention of life threatening diseases that affect the African American Community. - BLACK BUSINESS MIXER
Feb. 13, 2025
6p - 8p
An opportunity for Black business owners to socialize and synergize their efforts to create a stronger Black dollar within the Valley. Learn about programs and funding opportunities offered by government and private organizations for small businesses. - BHM PARADE
Feb. 23, 2025
Let’s come together to celebrate US… here in the valley. Join organizations and community members for the ultimate celebration of African American Heritage as we hold our 1st annual Black History Month parade. Look out for more information on this event as we finalize the details. - WOMEN'S HISTORY MONTH TEA
March 1, 2025
1p - 4p
Mothers and daughters, sisters and friends join us as we honor their womanhood with a decadent yet traditional tea party. A sampling of various teas will be served with a variety of tasty desserts. - KIDPRENUER PROGRAM
May 31, 2025
12p - 4p
This four-hour intensive program is designed to harness the entrepreneurial spirit of our youth. During this program we will discuss all the elements of creating and operating a business. Topics include but not limited to, marketing, product development, operating cost, branding, presentation and legalization of a business. Mentors and guest speakers will give guidance to the youth as they are given all the tools to create their own business - BLACK PROM
June 12, 2025
7p - 11p
Celebrating all high school students with a festive night of partying and socializing. - JUNETEENTH COMMUNITY CELEBRATION
June 14, 2025
1p - 6p
Our 8th annual Juneteenth Celebration. Bring a blanket, your lawn chairs and the family for a celebration "family reunion" style. Enjoy performers and music while shopping at one of over 100 vendors at our marketplace. Grab you something to eat from one of our food vendors or participate in one of our interactive games. We will be honoring our community leaders, volunteers and student graduates. It’s a day of fun that you wouldn't want to miss.
Stay tuned to this site for more events and programs sponsored by Black In The Valley.
