Supporting minority businesses can help with the effects of corporate discrimination. Although minorities make up 32% of our population, business ownership represents only 18%. Consumers, business owners, and municipalities all can help to support minority-owned businesses in their communities. Firstly, one of the easiest ways to support any business is to purchase from their establishments. Consider also using social media to help promote the business to family and friends. Additional consumer spending will also help strengthen local economies. Make sure to consult the infographic below, for more ways ideas to help support minority-owned businesses.
Infographic created by Clover Network, a credit card processing company