Minority Business Alliance

The Charlottesville Chamber Minority Business Alliance (MBA) convenes, supports, and promotes minority-owned businesses through strategic partnerships and community wealth building initiatives. MBA holds a variety of events including bimonthly meetings, collaborative programs, and their annual MBA Gala.

Regular meetings are held 12:00pm-1:30pm on the 4th Tuesday of every other month. Regular meetings are free for Chamber members and $20 for non-members.

Connect with MBA through the Chamber's newsletter, explore the MBA Member Directory, or join the conversation on Facebook.

Annual MBA Events

Minority Business Alliance Annual Gala

The MBA Gala, held each fall, brings the community together for an elegant evening of celebration and inspiration. This signature event honors leaders who have championed minority-owned businesses, presents the prestigious J.F. Bell Sr. Vanguard Award, and celebrates recipients of the celebrates recipients of the United Way and MBA Business Development Grants.

Past Vanguard Award Recipients

Support MBA's Mission

Support the Minority Business Alliance in its mission to strengthen and grow minority-owned businesses in our community. Contributions can be made online via credit card or PayPal using the button below. Please select "Use this donation for Chamber Minority Business Alliance" on the donation page to direct your gift appropriately.

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Partnerships With Purpose

In an effort to successfully fulfill our mission of growing and supporting minority businesses, the Minority Business Alliance has created purposeful partnerships with the following organizations.