Introducing Down Home Diaries, a blog dedicated to celebrating the simple joys of Black Southern culture. Join us as we share heartfelt stories that inspire warmth and connection while wrapping you in nostalgic moments. Find the beauty in every small-town experience with Down Home Diaries.
This Southern Woman Didn't Like Her Man's Raw Shea Butter, So She Whipped Up Her Own
The raw shea butter her man was using just didn’t do it for Nyoshi Lashae. Learn more about the North Carolina based cosmetics line that enhances skin care for diverse skin conditions.
Small Shop in Spring, TX Gets Major Exposure Through Discover’s Minority Restaurant Initiative
Discover is giving $25,000 awards to Black-Owned Restaurants through its Eat It Forward Program. Baldwin, Louisiana native, Bobby Narcisse, owner of Go Cajun Subs located in Spring, TX is one of them! Read more about his amazing win only at Kin + Dignity Magazine!
Sur Lash: Rebuilding, Rebranding and Relaunching
Dolly of Sur Lash has been captivated by makeup and eyelashes since she was a child. Join Preya as she captures the true essence of Dolly and her business, Sur Lash in New Orleans.
Founder of Non-Profit Organization I Am Whole Manifests Her Dream and Turns the Key to Open Arms Boutique
Instead of allowing ADHD to control her destiny, Jacorea Taylor decided to open a non-profit organization to assist others that may be in a similar situation. Come read along as our amazing journalist, Ke'Ke, captures Jacorea's story!
Franny’s Bartending and Event Services Debuts Their Highly Anticipated Frantastic Frangrias
Award-winning journalist, Ke'Ke, and amazing photographer Catherine, traveled to Tomball, Texas, to link up with Franchaskia “Franny” Allen, the owner of Franny's Bartending & Event Services. Join the first black-owned publication to highlight Franny's Bartending & Event Services, as we discuss the business of mixology and Franny's new line of Frangrias!
Southern Startups with Dignity: This Woman Owned Marketing and Networking Agency Based In Montgomery, AL Can Help Grow Your Business Faster
If you’re looking to market your business and join a table created for you filled with professionals that look like you, the Montgomery, AL based agency, Shaxor, LLC can help. Learn more about this woman owned independent marketing and networking agency brought to you by Pensacola, Florida native, La’Queta Savage.
Two Sista Friends With Southern Roots Take a Holistic Approach to Career Development For Women Through The Careerist Project
Get to know the ladies of The Careerist Project and diacover why they created this amazing platform to enhance the professional development of black women!
How to Move Forward When a Funding Partner Sunsets a Giving Priority
Learn how to end up on top when a foundation can no longer financially support your cause with nonprofit fundraising expert, Courtland “CJ” Powers of Grateful to Grassroot!
Southern Startups with Dignity: Introducing Carter’s Crafty Concepts, The Company That’s Taking Arts and Crafts To New Heights With Head Turning, Personalized Tumbler Designs
In the next series of Southern Startups with Dignity, you’ll learn more about Janea Carter and how she created the Spring, TX based tumbler design company, Carter’s Crafty Concepts!