
While driving for Uber, John Williams picked up a passenger named Diamond in Chicago's South Side neighborhood of Garfield Park. Immediately after entering the car, Diamond looked back in fear, telling John to hurry because her ex-boyfriend was going to shoot up the car. Williams' dashcam captured the entire encounter, and the footage has since gone viral.

HERide is a new ride-sharing service focused on the safety and empowerment of women. Built with the needs of women in mind, we aim to improve the lives of women everywhere through safe transportation, job creation, and financial security.

An online boutique featuring African-style-inspired fashion accessories and home décor. The inspiration for these exotic, vibrant, bold, and trendy pieces comes from the love of African style and culture.

At Stampedd, we believe that an open world is filled with boundless possibilities, yet it requires pathways to embark on extraordinary adventures. Guided by our passion for exploration, we are dedicated to creating seamless and personalized experiences that lead you to new horizons.

The Swan Dreams Project's goal is to convey the message that beauty and talent are not constrained by race or socio-economic status. I want our youth to know that they are not limited by stereotypes nor by their environment, but only by their dreams.

BLACKLIT has been home to the first monthly subscription box to exclusively highlight Black authors and entrepreneurs, helping to support, promote, and bring visibility to Black authors and Black-owned businesses. Inside every box, subscribers receive a book a Black author, a shirt, and 3-5 products from Black-owned businesses.

Until Freedom founders and leaders have a proven track record of two decades of collective work in criminal justice reform, gun violence prevention, immigrant rights, and cultural engagement.