Today is the day!!! We are so excited and proud of this moment we’ve built for our community.
Check out @forbes for a sneak preview of what’s coming this weekend, and all year long, from 15PP.
See you at the block party!!!
Tickets.15pp.org
Some signs are subtle. Others, not so much.
Join us Feb 7 & 8 at the 15th Street Block Party to celebrate Black-owned business and shop where it counts. Tickets on sale now! tickets.15pp.org.
Some brands don’t follow the industry—they help redefine it.
Next in our How It Started / How It’s Going series: Sienna Naturals, our 2025 Sephora Beauty Grant winner.
Sienna Naturals is scalp-first haircare—because healthy hair starts at the root. Built on clean, plant-based formulations and backed by clinical testing, the brand is setting a new standard for textured hair where performance meets ingredient integrity.
From their hero H.A.P.I. Shampoo—designed to support scalp health and help prevent breakage for stronger, longer hair—to their D.N.A. Scalp Serum, clinically shown to increase hair density in 90% of participants in just 8 weeks, Sienna Naturals is proving that results and intention can coexist.
What began as a mission to simplify haircare without compromise has grown into a brand with expanding retail presence, rapid sell-through at Sephora, and undeniable cultural impact.
As a Sephora Beauty Grant winner, Sienna Naturals represents what it means to support founders at the forefront of innovation—creating products that truly transform the future of haircare.
Swipe to see how it started—and where it’s going.
Some brands start at the table—and grow into something that supports families everywhere.
Next in our How It Started / How It’s Going series: Easy Peasie, a 2025 Nancy Twine Dream Makers Founder Grant recipient.
Designed to support early childhood nutrition, Easy Peasie creates simple, veggie-forward products that make it easier for families to introduce healthy habits from the start. What began as a solution to a common challenge has grown into a brand helping reshape how kids experience food.
With support from the Dream Makers grant, Easy Peasie has continued to build on that mission—expanding its reach while making everyday nutrition more accessible for the next generation.
Swipe to see how it started—and where it’s going.
From funding rounds to brand relaunches, new product drops to major retail expansions — your favorite founders are showing up and showing out this April + May.
Swipe through to catch all the moments worth celebrating:
✦ Untamed Naturals goes statewide 🌿
✦ Blessed Little Bungalow turns 10 🏠
✦ AAJIYA returns with a stunning relaunch 🔴
✦ Soulfood Candle Co. drops Dolls Are Out 🕯️
✦ Abisola Whiskey — last chance to invest 🥃
✦ Lyvv Cosmetics raises $1M 💄
This is what community looks like. Show up, support, celebrate. 🤍
Drop a 🙌 for the brand you’re most excited about!
Some brands are built from expertise—and grow through community.
Next in our How It Started / How It’s Going series: Frontal Queen, a 2025 amika Rooted in Growth Grant recipient.
Known for its high-quality wig care and tools, Frontal Queen has built a loyal following by making premium hair more accessible and approachable. What started as a hands-on approach to helping clients feel confident has grown into a brand rooted in skill, trust, and transformation.
With support from the Rooted in Growth grant, Frontal Queen has continued to expand its reach—serving more customers while staying grounded in the craftsmanship and care that define the brand.
Swipe to see how it started—and where it’s going.
Some brands don’t just grow—they open doors for what’s possible.
Next in our How It Started / How It’s Going series: @itsbrowngirljane , our first-ever Sephora Beauty Grant recipient.
Rooted in wellness and elevated self-care, Brown Girl Jane has built a brand that centers intentional living through fragrance, beauty, and ritual. What began as a vision to create space for women of color in the wellness and fragrance landscape has grown into a brand with expanding visibility and retail presence.
As the inaugural recipient of the Sephora Beauty Grant, Brown Girl Jane represents the power of early investment—what it means to back founders at pivotal moments and support their path to scale.
Swipe to see how it started—and where it’s going.
What’s happening across our community right now ✨
Our community continues to build, grow, and show up in powerful ways. This month’s roundup highlights a mix of pop-ups, launches, partnerships, and celebrations that reflect the creativity and momentum of our community members across the country.
Whether you’re stepping out to support, discovering a new brand, or simply staying inspired—there’s something here for you.
Swipe through to see what’s unfolding now and find your way to support.
Funding opportunities you don’t want to miss. ✨
From early-stage support to growth capital, there are real resources available right now to help you build, scale, and take your business to the next level.
We’ve rounded up a selection of grants currently open to our community — designed to support founders across retail, CPG, and service-based businesses.
Whether you’re launching something new or expanding what you’ve already built, this is your reminder to tap in and apply.
Save this post, share it with a founder in your network, and let’s keep showing up for each other.
Some brands start with a routine—and turn it into a movement.
Next in our How It Started / How It’s Going series: Squigs, a 2025 amika Rooted in Growth Grant recipient.
Rooted in culture, identity, and self-expression, Squigs is redefining haircare with products designed for versatility and individuality. What began as a celebration of personal style has grown into a brand that resonates with a new generation of beauty consumers.
With support from the Rooted in Growth grant, Squigs has continued to scale its impact—expanding its presence while staying true to the community and creativity that power the brand.
Swipe to see how it started—and where it’s going.
@squigsbeauty
Some brands are built to fuel more than just your day.
Next in our How It Started / How It’s Going series: Three Keys Coffee, a 2025 Nancy Twine Dream Makers Founder Grant recipient.
Rooted in culture, community, and craft, Three Keys Coffee is redefining the coffee experience through thoughtfully sourced beans and intentional roasting. What began as a passion for quality and connection has grown into a brand creating space—both in product and in purpose.
With support from the Dream Makers grant, Three Keys Coffee has continued to build momentum—expanding its reach while staying grounded in the values that shape every cup.
Swipe to see how it started—and where it’s going.
