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Marques Colston Launches Nonprofit to Break Barriers for Newark Entrepreneurs

2/21/2026

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Former NFL player Marques Colston launched BrightStreet, a Newark-based nonprofit to support small business owners.
During the event, Colston symbolically demolished a wall to illustrate barriers to capital and resources for entrepreneurs, a move welcomed by Newark Mayor Ras Baraka.
BrightStreet will offer affordable loans, financial education, and mentorship to micro-businesses, which make up 95% of regional firms but often lack funding.

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Story summary

Former NFL player Marques Colston launched BrightStreet, a Newark-based nonprofit to support small business owners.
During the event, Colston symbolically demolished a wall to illustrate barriers to capital and resources for entrepreneurs, a move welcomed by Newark Mayor Ras Baraka.
BrightStreet will offer affordable loans, financial education, and mentorship to micro-businesses, which make up 95% of regional firms but often lack funding.