At ABC Realty Twin Cities, we believe that finding a home is about more than closing on a property—it’s about planting roots in a community where you feel seen, supported, and celebrated. For us, home means belonging. It’s the relationships we cultivate, the spaces we create, and the legacies we leave behind.
As a Black-owned real estate company, we know firsthand how important it is to build strong, resilient communities. That’s why, this Black History Month—and every month—we’re lifting up Black-owned organizations that are doing the work to foster healing, growth, and opportunity in the Twin Cities. These organizations are helping to create the kind of communities we envision when we talk about home—places where we can all thrive, together.
Here are three Black-led organizations making a profound impact on our neighborhoods. We encourage you to learn more about their work, get involved, and support them—during Black History Month and beyond.
1. V3 Sports: Creating Space for Health, Wellness, and Belonging
For many of us, the pool was never just a pool. It was a barrier. It was a reminder of who wasn’t welcome, of the doors that were closed to us. V3 Sports, located in North Minneapolis, is reclaiming that space. They are breaking down historical inequities in access to swimming and fitness, while creating a world-class aquatics and wellness facility that centers the Black community.
V3’s mission is about far more than sports. It’s about restoring access, dignity, and joy. It’s about creating spaces where Black youth and families can feel safe, empowered, and seen, whether they’re learning to swim, improving their health, or simply gathering together.
At ABC Realty, we often talk about the importance of a home being a place where you can grow and be well. V3 is building that kind of space—one that nurtures the body, mind, and spirit.
👉 How to support: Donate, volunteer, or help spread the word about their transformational programs. Together, we can ensure that V3 continues to be a space of healing and possibility for generations to come.
2. Nexus Community Partners
Communities are only as strong as the people who lead them. Nexus Community Partners understands that the heart of our neighborhoods lies in the BIPOC leaders who work tirelessly—often without rest or recognition—to create lasting change. Nexus invests in those leaders through healing-centered initiatives, ensuring they have the time and resources to replenish themselves and continue their vital work.
Their ROOT (Reclaiming Our Own Time) program honors the idea that rest is revolutionary. Their newest offering, the 2025 Rhythmic Sabbatical Fellowship, is designed specifically for leaders who can’t step away for months at a time. Instead, over eight months, fellows are given intentional, rhythmic periods of rest, allowing them to reclaim their time and nurture their own well-being while staying grounded in their communities.
At ABC Realty, we often ask our clients, “What does home feel like to you?” Nexus reminds us that home also means being cared for, having time to rest and heal, and knowing there’s a village ready to support you.
👉 Applications for the Rhythmic Sabbatical Fellowship are open now, closing on Monday, March 24, 2025, at 11:59 PM CT. We encourage BIPOC community leaders to apply—or to share this opportunity with someone doing the work of community change.
3. Black Business Network (BBN)
BBN is a space where Black entrepreneurs, small businesses, and community leaders come together to thrive. Hosted by the East Side Neighborhood Development Company (ESNDC), BBN fosters economic growth and collaboration by offering workshops, networking events, and resources designed to uplift Black-owned businesses in East Saint Paul and throughout the Twin Cities Metro.
When we talk about building a home, we’re also talking about building economic power and security. Black-owned businesses are the backbone of vibrant communities, creating jobs, fostering creativity, and circulating wealth locally. BBN’s work is an essential part of this vision.
Their current #ShopBBN campaign, which runs through February 7th, offers Black business owners a chance to get listed in an online directory, gain social media spotlights, and connect with customers eager to support. Whether you’re an entrepreneur yourself or someone who wants to intentionally support Black-owned businesses, BBN is here to help us build stronger communities—together.
👉 Learn more about how to get involved, attend their events, and connect with local Black business owners who are shaping the future of our neighborhoods.
Home Is Where We Build Together
At ABC Realty Twin Cities, we see home as so much more than a house. It’s the community that surrounds you. It’s access to spaces that help you grow and heal. It’s the opportunity to rest, to thrive, and to dream bigger for yourself and the generations to come.
These organizations are doing the work of building home—in every sense of the word. We’re honored to share their stories and amplify their work.
Who are the Black leaders, organizations, or businesses in your community that inspire you? We’d love to hear about them. Let’s keep building this vision of home, together.
