Two local bloggers, left, Kiva Williams (The Fun Foodie Mama) and Karimah Henry (Crafting a Fun Life), have issued a challenge to the Tampa Bay community: Get out and patronize as many Black-owned businesses as you can throughout the month of February.
TAMPA BAY — This February, you can get in on a fun way to highlight Black-owned businesses and celebrate Black History Month at the same time. Two local bloggers, Kiva Williams (The Fun Foodie Mama) and Karimah Henry (Crafting a Fun Life) have challenged the Tampa Bay community.
The Challenge: Get out and patronize as many Black-owned businesses as you can throughout the month of February.
When is the last time you’ve played Bingo? It’s been a while for most of us, but don’t pass up the opportunity for a little friendly competition.
How to Play:
Head to Facebook or Instagram to the Tampa Bay Black Excellence social media page. Use your smartphone to keep track of your digital copy of the Bingo card. The card has prompts on different types of businesses you can patronize throughout the month.
Business Spotlights:
North Tampa Pharmacy — 1721 W Fletcher Ave, Tampa, FL 33612
Yuppi Restaurant — 1821 E. Seventh Ave. Tampa, FL 33605
Eggs Up Grill Riverview — 3920 U.S. 301, Riverview, FL 33578
Yokie Empire Studio & Events — 12811 N. Nebraska Ave Unit 1, Tampa, FL 33612
Pink Butterfly Bush — 1025 Professional Park Drive, Ste. 2 Brandon, FL 33511
Nathan Williams, Associates Home Loan — email at nlwilliams@associateshomeloan.com
Body Luxxe – Visit bodyluxxe.net
Kendra Wilson, Berkshire Hathaway Home Services – Visit kendrawilsonhomes.com
MKM Custom Design, LLC – Visit mkmcustomdesigns.com
How to Win:
Complete two rows of Bingo by patronizing our featured businesses, and you will be entered to win one of three prizes:
1st place – Bragging rights and a $100 gift card
2nd place – Spa certificate to Yokie Empire Spa
3rd place – Tampa Bay Black Excellence T-shirt and mug
For more information, contact Kiva Williams on social @thefunfoodiemama.
