A new Black Business Hub has opened in South Madison, Wisconsin. Spearheaded by the Urban League of Greater Madison, the $25.5 million facility aims to provide resources and space for Black-owned businesses and entrepreneurs to thrive. A Hub for Business Growth and Community The Black Business Hub, located on South Park Street, held its ribbon-cutting ceremony on August 24, 2024. marking the completion of a project that began more than two years ago. The facility features four floors of retail, office, coworking spaces, and a commercial kitchen. Madison 365 reports
A new development project will bring over 100 affordable homes and a Black business hub to North Portland. The Williams & Russell project, managed by Williams & Russell CDC, will create 85 affordable apartments and 20 townhomes for sale on a block that has been vacant for nearly five decades. Significant Funding and Community Impact The project has already secured $10.3 million in funding, including $1.6 million recently announced by Oregon senators Ron Wyden and Jeff Merkley. An additional $23 million is pending from the Portland Housing Bureau and Prosper