The Los Angeles Rams are recognizing Juneteenth as a company holiday on Friday, giving staff members the day off. During this crucial fight against social injustice and racism, it’s good to see the Rams and so many others celebrating this important date.
In addition to making it a holiday for staffers, the Rams are also doing their part to support the local Black community. The teams is paying for employees’ meals at Black-owned businesses on Friday.
Furthermore, the Rams sent a tweet Friday of a list of Black-owned businesses that will have a special surprise for fans who visit them on Juneteenth.
In recognition of #Juneteenth, we encourage you to visit these Black-owned businesses in Inglewood for a special surprise from the Rams. #BlackLivesMatter pic.twitter.com/RZBgN2Kxso
— Los Angeles Rams (@RamsNFL) June 19, 2020
COO Kevin Demoff sent a tweet of his own encouraging fans to visit these local restaurants and establishments in the Inglewood area.
We encourage everybody to spend time at Black-owned businesses tomorrow in your neighborhoods in honor of Juneteenth. If you happen to be in Inglewood tomorrow, see the list below and come hungry! https://t.co/h314Du9KBF
— Kevin Demoff (@kdemoff) June 19, 2020
Juneteenth is celebrated annually on June 19th, commemorating the official end of slavery in the United States in 1865.