07/07/2020
The Blackout Day Movement is NOT new. In fact, black-led economic protests date back to at least the civil rights era, with the 1955 Public Bus Boycott in Montgomery, AL. cited: USA Today
Black people account for $1.2 trillion in annual U.S. spending. Minorities account for $3.9 trillion
If you MUST spend today, buy from a
Then, go to myblackreceipt.com and upload your receipt. A tally is being kept so we know the impact we had.
If you have ever been proud to be black, participate TODAY. Let's make an impact to the economy and use your spending power today 💵.
If you're down to buy Black ONLY today, put a ✊🏼✊🏽✊🏾✊🏿 in the comments.