Mission
Black Wall Street AVL is a Black business incubator dedicated to revitalizing the Black community through the empowerment of entrepreneurs and small business owners. By offering professional development, resources, and mentorship, we strive to close economic gaps and promote growth within our communities.
Basic Information
Tax-Exempt
Founded in
2021
EIN
87-1330821
Total Assets
$44.17 thousand
UN Sustainable Development Goals Supported
This organization contributes to the following United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. See the SDG page for more information.
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At a Glance
Merchandise for Recovery
Purchase from our exclusive collection to help fund recovery efforts in Western North Carolina.
Upcoming GRINDFest 2024
Join our annual festival celebrating Black entrepreneurship and culture.
Community Building Events
Networking events that promote collaboration among BIPOC entrepreneurs.
Impact Stats
$1 Million
Total Revenue Generated
Revenue Generation
Enrolled businesses generated significant revenue.
22
Total Jobs Created
Job Creation
Jobs created through business development initiatives.
74
Total Businesses Enrolled
Participant Enrollment
Businesses enrolled in the program surpassed initial targets.
Past Events
Asheville Black History Award 2023
February 17, 2023
An event recognizing achievements within the Black community.
BWS Holiday Jam
December 20, 2023
A community celebration highlighting local businesses.
Grindfest 2023
May 26, 2023
A festival showcasing Black entrepreneurship.
Upcoming Events
GrindFest 2024
May 24-26, 2024
Celebrate Black entrepreneurship and culture at this annual festival.
Learn MoreMonday Night Masterclass
Every Monday, 7 PM EST
Weekly masterclass series focused on key business concepts.
Our Programs
BWS Institute
A digital program providing aspiring entrepreneurs and small business owners with key skills and a supportive network.
Learn MoreBWS Bootcamp
An intensive program designed to empower entrepreneurs with practical business skills.
Learn MoreVolunteer Opportunities
Impact Reports
MIP Score (Beta)
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Overall Score
43
46
/100
Program Expense Ratio
92.59%
20
/20
Program Revenue Growth
2.09%
10
/20
Leverage Ratio
0.3098
12
/20
Working Capital Ratio
0.1352
2
/20
Fundraising Efficiency
0
2
/20
Latest Filing Data: Form 990
Fiscal Year:2022
Source:Source: Self-reported by organization
Financial Details
Revenue
| Category | Amount | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Contributions, Gifts, and Grants | 232.2K | 96.64% |
| Program Services | 8.07K | 3.36% |
| Investment Income | 0 | 0.00% |
| Sales of Non-Inventory Assets | 0 | 0.00% |
| Other Notable Sources | 0 | 0.00% |
| Total Revenue | 240.2K | 100.00% |
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