Upcoming Events

Upcoming Events

We host events to uplift the community, share our stories, build sustainable businesses, and grow inclusive entrepreneurship.

2025 Program Calendar *

January

Monthly Board Meeting

Circle of Community Grant Notifications - Jan. 10

Sankofa Scholarship Deadline - Jan. 6

The Grind & Growth Series: Mindset, Money & Marketing: Being Mind-full by Arthalia Weekes, Kavannah Life Counseling - Jan. 21 - 6:30 -7:45 p.m. BEFH Office - Registration

The Grind & Growth Series: Mindset, Money & Marketing: Setting your personal budget by Willie Thomas, Amicus Financial - Jan. 30 - 6:30 -7:45 p.m. , BEFH Office

February - Black History Month

"Roots and Resonance" Reception, Manhattan Arts Center, Friday, Feb. 7 from 5:00-7:00pm, Details

The Grind & Growth Series: Mindset, Money & Marketing: “Relationships 101” by Toiane Taylor, LSCSW, 365 Days 365 Chances Counseling - Thursday, Feb. 11 from 6:30 - 7:45 p.m. at BEFH Offices

Feb. 17th - Kansas Black Legislative Day at the Capital

Circle of Community Gala. Tickets here, Saturday, Feb. 22nd at 5:30-9:30 p.m. Flint Hills Discovery Center 

Bi-Monthly Board Meeting

March 

The Grind & Growth Series: Mindset, Money & Marketing - Tax Preparation and Planning Tips, March 6th Register Here

New Member Orientation via Zoom, March 11th, Register Here

The Grind & Growth Series: Mindset, Money & Marketing: AI- Power your Marketing, March 27th, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.

April 

The Grind & Growth Series: Mindset, Money & Marketing - Saying No, with Love: Boundaries 101, Thursday, April 15th from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Register here

The Grind & Growth Series: Mindset, Money & Marketing - The Blackprint to Retail: Getting Your Product on Store Shelves, Tuesday, April 22, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Register here

Bi-Monthly Board Meeting

May 

May 3rd 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. - Black Joy Mental Health Panel & Brunch

The Grind & Growth Series: Mindset, Money & Marketing - Social Selling Mastery: Turn Your Followers into Paying Customers, May 1st, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.

The Grind & Growth Series: Mindset, Money & Marketing - Release & Reclaim: The Power of Owning What’s Yours, May 13th, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.

June

Commerce Uplift Product Business Program Launch

The Grind & Growth Series: Mindset, Money & Marketing - Social Media Ads 101: How to Run Profitable Ads Without Wasting Money, June 12th, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.

The Grind & Growth Series: Mindset, Money & Marketing - Pricing for Profit: Stop Undervaluing Your Business

Bi-Monthly Board Meeting

July

The Grind & Growth Series: Mindset, Money & Marketing - Building Your Village, July 8th

The Grind & Growth Series: Mindset, Money & Marketing - From Hustle to Wealth: Mastering Business Finances & Owner’s Pay

New Member Orientation

August (National Black Business Month)

Melanin Market

The Grind & Growth Series: Mindset, Money & Marketing - Funding Unlocked: How to Secure Capital & Grow Your Business

Bi-Monthly Board Meeting

September

The Grind & Growth Series: Mindset, Money & Marketing - Finances and Mental Wellness

The Grind & Growth Series: Mindset, Money & Marketing - QuickBooks for Entrepreneurs: Master Your Business Finances

Commerce Uplift Graduation, Pitch & Celebration

October

The Grind & Growth Series: Mindset, Money & Marketing - Marketing for the Holidays: How to Maximize Sales & Stand Out in the Busy Season

New Member Orientation + Q4 BEFH General Body Meeting

Bi-Monthly Board Meeting

Each One Teach One Brunch & Volunteer and Mentor Appreciation

November

The Grind & Growth Series: Mindset, Money & Marketing - Reconstructing the Mind, November 11th

The Grind & Growth Series: Mindset, Money & Marketing - Homebuying for Entrepreneurs: Turning Your Business Success into Property Ownership

December 

The Grind & Growth Series: Mindset, Money & Marketing - Marketing Strategy 2026: Building a Future-Proof Brand

Bi-Monthly Board Meeting

Kwanzaa Celebration & Ujamaa Market

Celebrate & Uplift: BEFH Events

Previous BEFH Events


Black & Bankable  1-Day Business Intensive For Black Entrepreneurs Ready to Grow & Scale
Sep
1

Black & Bankable 1-Day Business Intensive For Black Entrepreneurs Ready to Grow & Scale

Calling black entrepreneurs ready to access capital and scale!
Join us for an in-person 1-day intensive event to address the gap in funding black businesses encounter in access to capital and equity. During this one-day intensive retreat, Makisha Boothe, founder of Sistahbiz, will lead and facilitate essential training on what black businesses need to raise capital including financial documentation, business projections, business pitch decks, and more.

The day will feature access to capital resource representatives, “Building Strong Banker Relationships” panel discussion with bank representatives, live entertainment, Fireside Chat with a multi-7-figure black entrepreneur and light breakfast and lunch.

This training is for black founders doing business in and or registered in the state of Kansas.

Attendees are encouraged to stay for the entirety of the event.

This event is limited to 50 attendees to ensure a quality learning environment.

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Melanin Market: Celebrating Black Business Month
Aug
19

Melanin Market: Celebrating Black Business Month

Join us at Melanin Market, a vibrant celebration of National Black Business Month, where we shine a spotlight on the incredible talent and entrepreneurship within the Black community. This empowering event showcases a diverse array of black-owned products and provides a platform to learn about the inspiring stories behind black-owned businesses in our community.

JOIN OUR FACEBOOK EVENT HERE

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Let's Two-Step!
Aug
11

Let's Two-Step!

Learn from Steve Massey’s Top City Steppers, for an interactive masterclass focused on learning the "Tamia 'I Can't Get Enough of You' line dance and more! Please RSVP by emailing engage@blackflinthills.com to reserve your spot as we only have limited space. Refreshments will be provided! Come out for a fun time and of course, networking!

Feel free to bring a partner if you'd like but it is not necessary!

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Black Biz Friday
Nov
26

Black Biz Friday

Announcing our first-ever Black Biz Friday event on Black Friday at Manhattan Town Center!!

Shop and support local black-owned businesses for the holidays featuring a special performance by award-winning saxophonist JahVelle!

Friday, November 26th from 10 am to 6 pm. Our pop-up will be located between Journey’s and The Buckle.

Learn more about our organization here: https://www.blackflinthills.com.

Presented by The Natural Girls Chronicles & Black Entrepreneurs of the Flint Hills!

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Black Business Sip & Shop - Dwan Miller Photography + Jennifer Nicole Hair Designs
Aug
27

Black Business Sip & Shop - Dwan Miller Photography + Jennifer Nicole Hair Designs

Come meet the owners behind Dwan Miller Photography + Jennifer Nicole Hair Designs. Drinks, Appetizers, Music, and networking!

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Need an updated headshot? Dwan Miller is offering a very special deal for this event.

Here are the details:

Head & Shoulder Special

$50- 1 Photo/Pose

$75- 3 Photo/Pose

$100- 5 Photo/Pose

Final edits will be delivered through an online portfolio galley by email.

InstaBio: https://instabio.cc/dwanmillerphotography

Located: 327 Poyntz Ave, 2nd floor, Manhattan, KS., 66502

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