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Black History Month 2025
The Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) will celebrate Black History Month throughout February 2025. DCEO, through its Office of Economic Equity & Empowerment (OE3), will host virtual and in-person events that spotlight long-standing Black businesses across the state, highlight Black business accomplishments and contributions to our state, and showcase the State of Illinois’ commitment to growing and investing in Black businesses.
The 2025 theme, Legacy and Impact, pays homage to Illinois’ rich Black history and celebrates the economic and cultural contributions of Black Illinoisans.
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Illinois Office of Economic Equity & Empowerment (OE3)
Resource guides for supporting Black businesses across the state
Enjoy Illinois Black History Month Resources
Black History Month Events
Online with OE3 – Overview of Financial Resources for Small Businesses
Wednesday, February 5 | 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. | Virtual
Join OE3's Business Development Managers for an online conversation and get the latest updates on financial resources, federal, state and local government programs, as well as other opportunities.