Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion, Equity A Black Disney Creators Resource Page

We stand against racism. We stand for inclusion. We stand with people of color everywhere. With fellow creators, storytellers, and magic makers. We must stand up and speak out. And make an effort to consciously make changes. We have compiled a list of resources featuring Black Disney Creators and Black-Owned Companies to Support. We’ve also included some Anti-Racism Education Resources to help move humanity forward and into a better place.

“I don’t want your love and light if it doesn’t come with solidarity and action.”– Rachel Elizabeth Cargle

Here we are sharing fellow Disney-Inspired creators, designers, and business owners. Amazing men and women working with a little faith, trust, and pixie dust. We are so grateful to share these fellow Disney fans and their work here. Hopefully, you are as excited to share in their journey as we are.

SUPPORT BLACK DISNEY CREATORS

This is our lineup of Disney Creators focused on bringing more magic into every day. Loving Disney and sharing it with others. We share much Love and Gratitude for all the creators here. Check them out on Instagram.

SUPPORT BLACK DISNEY DESIGNERS, BLOGGERS & SHOP OWNERS

Black Disney Creators here share illustration, photography, blogs, shops, products and more. Read and Follow to meet these fellow Disney fans.

SUPPORT BLACK OWNED BUSINESSES

There are many black owned businesses to support when one looks for them, so we will only share a few resources here.

52 Black Owned Business to Support
Black Owned Beauty Brands to Support, 65+ companies.
Fenty Beauty
Uoma Beauty
The Lip Bar
Mented Cosmetics
The Honey Pot

SUPPORT BLACK LIVES MATTERS SAFELY ONLINE

If you’re looking for ways to support Black Lives Matter online, then it’s important to stay safe, and put certain safeguards in place to protect your identity. Be sure to check out this Guide to Safely Support Black Lives Matter Online.

SUPPORT BLACK MENTAL HEALTH

“Racism is a public health crisis.” Learn more about the Mental Health Issues Facing the Black Community.

Find support at Black Men Matter – Examining Mental Health Issues Among Black Men – A Guide To Freedom. This guide covers a variety of resources among the following topics.

From The Origins Of Brutality, Captivity, And Barbarism
Rates Of Mental Illness Among Black And African American Men
Mental Health Treatment Barriers Facing Black And African American Men
Mental Health Resources For Black And African American Men

SUPPORT BLACK FINANCIAL LITERACY

Learn more about closing the wealth gap with Financial Literacy resources here: annuity.org/financial-literacy/black-community/

SUPPORT BLACK EDUCATION AND SCHOLARSHIPS

Education Loan Finance is to help minority students interested in finding free money to help them earn a degree in science, technology, engineering, or math, we recently published a free guide highlighting a list of organizations that offer scholarships for Black students in STEM. https://www.elfi.com/scholarships-for-black-and-african-american-stem-majors/

There are also guides on general scholarships for black/African American students to help minimize as many out-of-pocket costs as possible. https://www.elfi.com/scholarships-for-black-african-american-students/

BLACK OWNED RESTAURANTS NEAR WALT DISNEY WORLD

When out and about in Orlando, Florida make an effort to seek out the restaurants below. All bursting with excellent cuisine, cultural flavors and baked goods.

A La Cart Chicken Fire Food Truck
Brick & Spoon Southern cusine
Caribbean Sunshine Bakery Caribbean Baked Goods
DaJen Eats Jamaican food
Deva Cakes Cakes, cake pops, cake in a jar
Donevette’s Confections Cookies, Cakes, desserts
Edward’s Gourmet Confections and Fine Coffees Coffees, pastries, danishes and more.
House of Chicken #NoHarmNoFowl plant-based chicken any way you like it
Justins Caribbean Fusion Restaurant Caribbean
Island Thyme Island flavors on a budget
Jesse’s Rib Shack Seafood, chicken and ribs
Karen’s Tasty Crabs tasty crabs and liquid marijuana shots
Mad Crab Seafood & Wings Seafood and wings
Mark’s Jamaican Bar & Grill Jamaican, dine-in, take out
Mila’s Front Porch cupcakes, cookies and brownies, plus Keto-friendly options
Negril’s Spice Cuisine Jamaican
Nikki’s Place Soul food
Nile Ethiopian Ethiopian food and vegetarian options
Oley’s Restaurant, Catering and Events Barbecue, Caribbean and American cuisines
P&D Soulfood Comfort food classics
Seana’s Caribbean soul food
Sister Honey’s Bakery Desserts and everything sweet.
Soul Food FantasySoul Food
Taste of Jamaica Authentic Island cuisine
Wildmangoes Caribbean Restaurant Signature Jamaican dining

BLACK OWNED RESTAURANTS NEAR DISNEYLAND

If you’re hanging out in the O.C. make a stop at one of these black-owned restaurants near Disneyland in Orange County.

AoSA Coffee Coffee, Tea, Acai Bowls
Beale’s Texas BBQ Barbecue
Cloud 9 Bakers Gluten-free, organic, non-GMO, dairy-free, soy-free, and wheat-free bakery
Fork in the Road Catering Catering company
Georgia’s Restaurant Soul Food
Grams Kitchen California Creole
Gus’s World Famous Fried Chicken Fried Chicken
Hambone’s BBQ & Grill California BBQ
Made By Yub Bakery @madebyyub
McClain Cellars Winery
Munchies Diner Vegan Diner
Naughty Panda Vegan Restaurant @itsnaughtypanda
Protein Lab Protein shakes, superfood bowls, smoothies @fueledbyproteinlab
Robert Earl’s BBQ BBQ
Roscoe’s House of Chicken and Waffles Chicken
Sal’s Gumbo Shack Cajun
The Fuel Shack Breakfast, sandwiches, salads, acai bowls
Tribute Coffee House Coffee House

LEARN

TED Talks to Help You Understand Racism
Anti-Racism Resources from Rachel Ricketts
20 Books About Anti-Racism

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SUPPORT COMPANIES THAT SUPPORT BLACK LIVES MATTER

Many companies are issuing statements and following up with monetary and meaningful action. Here are just a few companies that have issued statements supporting the black lives matter campaign.