GCVB Certifications

 

All 3 levels for only $20 per month. Higher levels = greater participation which = higher success rate

*At each level, the word LOCAL will be added after the word Certified if your business is also owned and operated by locals to the area.

Gullah CVB Family Certified :  = This establishment or group meets the following requirements

  • Hires at least 25% minority and supports their full expression through hairstyle etc.

  • Supports employees with parking and transportation needs

  • Installs a small space for Gullah CVB pamphlets for public display

  • Is in full cooperation with ACLU guidelines for employers


Gullah CVB Certified Business Contributor : = This establishment meets the basic requirements to be Certified (listed above) and also

  • Utilizes at least 25% of locally made products and grown produce

  • Contributes between 1 and 3 regular sale items which donates at least 10% of those sales of going to our Housing and Anti-gentrification fund (tax deductible) 

  • Sponsors between 1 and 3 events a year in cooperation with the Gullah CVB

  • Gullah CVB pamphlet space also has several Gullah CVB official items for sale


Gullah CVB Certified Business Partner : = this establishment meets the basic requirements to be a Certified Contributor and also

  • Host 1 - 50 events yearly where Gullah CVB cultural representatives are highlighted in any department from cooking, music, sale items, etc. aka the Gullah CVB Takeover

  • Devote at least one sale item where 50% of the proceeds go to our Housing and Anti-gentrification fund 

  • Gullah CVB pamphlet space has more sale items as well as provide info of history of how your space relates historically to Gullah culture

Certification Benefits to your home and company:

  1. One of a kind historical art replica sticker on your front door, recognizing your home and business at its level of certification 

  2. Home Office or Business listing featuring logo and website in the online CVB Business Directory 

  3. Use of the Certified Local branding (print and digital badges), aligning your business or home with the Support Culture Movement

  4. Listing on the map of our Gullah CVB App reaching out through  black tourism advertisements

  5. Business Highlights on the website and app showing % of proceeds go to our Anti-Gentrification Fund

  6. Social Media Presence will highlight your business and or family alongside those who are involved in events getting more attention