Empower. Equip. Engage.
Bridging the racial wealth gap through entrepreneurship
Our mission is to narrow the racial wealth gap by engaging, empowering, and equipping black and economically disadvantaged entrepreneurs to build sustainable enterprises and generational wealth through culturally competent business training, resources, technical assistance, and access to capital.
THE SOLUTION: RESOURCES, RECRUITMENT, RETENTION AND RECOGNITION
Creating a beacon in the Flint Hills where black and economically disadvantaged entrepreneurs see their dreams materialize, facing fewer barriers and grasping ample opportunities.
Black Entrepreneurs of the Flint Hills aims to be the catalyst for transformation in Flint Hills, Kansas, for black and economically-disadvantaged entrepreneurs and community, supporting them through collaborative initiatives, expansive resources, and inclusive community engagements.
Together we can create a more inclusive & equitable business environment in the Flint Hills & beyond
Words from our members
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"Being a member of BEFH has afforded me the opportunity to be present, comfortable, and find joy in being a black entrepreneur in hometown. The feeling of unity, support, and genuineness is unmatched."
- Tychelle Ransom, Owner of 365 Days 365 Chances Counseling Services
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"I’ve been a business owner in Manhattan for 33 years. It felt like I’m on an island, I don’t feel like that anymore. I am so proud of the young business owners in this area that are doing great things and collaborating with one another so we don’t have reinvent the wheel. Providing resources for business owners so they can really thrive."
- Clay Taylor, American Family Insurance
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“You can’t be what you can’t see. I’m so grateful for the BEFH and the space it has created for us to have the audacity to dream BIG! BEFH offers support in many ways by offering resources, tools and connections to become a beast in the entrepreneurship world."
- Nathania Riva, Owner of Winks by Thanie
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"Black Entrepreneurs of the Flint Hills has taught me a lot in business. The organization has connections with a lot of people that has helped me to grow my business. This is unity. We are family working to uplift each other."
- Harrison Mitchell, Owner of Smokin' H's Meats
Be a part of change and contribute to Black Entrepreneurs of the Flint Hills.
We are a tax-exempt 501c3 non-profit organization.
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“Success is to be measured not so much by the position that one has reached in life as by the obstacles which he has overcome while trying to succeed.”
— Booker T. Washington
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Feel free to contact us with any questions.
Email
engage@blackflinthills.com
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