Interested in learning more about our Equity Programs?
Explore the resources below. This list is continually updated.
- Social Equity Program Presentation
- Massachusetts’ First-in-the-Nation, Statewide Social Equity Program: Rack Card
- Apply to Join the Nation’s First Statewide Social Equity Program: Rack Card
- Workforce Development in the Cannabis Industry: Rack Card
- Learn About Your Rights Regarding Your CORI, Expungement, and Sealing: Rack Card
- Frequently Asked Questions About the Social Equity Program
- Frequently Asked Questions About Delivery
- Guidance on Licensure
- Guidance on Municipal Equity & Industry Participation
- Guidance on Host Community Agreements
- Guidance on Diversity Plans
- Guidance on Plans to Positively Impact Disproportionately Harmed People
- Massachusetts Cannabis Industry Portal (MassCIP)
- Tutorials: How to Sign Up for MassCIP
- Fraud Considerations for SEP and EEA Participants
Cannabis Social Equity Trust Fund
The Legislature, not the Commission, has the authority to create laws and establish funds. Following the enactment of Chapter 180 of the Acts of 2022: An Act Relative to Equity in the Cannabis Industry, the Executive Office of Economic Development (EOED) established a Cannabis Social Equity Trust Fund. This fund will distribute grants and loans, including no-interest loans, and forgivable loans, to only approved SEP Participants and approved EEAs.
The fund is administered by the EOED in consultation with the Cannabis Social Equity Advisory Board. Members of the Advisory Board are appointed by the state Governor, Attorney General and Treasurer and consist of individuals with experience advocating on behalf of communities that have been disproportionately harmed by marijuana prohibition and enforcement. EOED is responsible for the selection of recipients, grant or loan values, and conditions for such grants or loans. If you wish to learn more information about the Social Equity Trust Fund please visit Cannabis Social Equity Advisory Board | Mass.gov for the latest details.
Social Equity Program Video Tutorials
Welcome
How to Qualify
Documentation
How to Apply
Get Involved
If you are interested in providing benefits or services to SEP Participants, EEAs, or other groups for whom the Commission is charged with ensuring meaningful participation, please complete the agency’s Equity Involvement form.
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