MMD is honoring Black History Month and celebrating Black excellence by partnering with Black owned cannabis brands and industry favorites to raise funds and awareness for these amazing nonprofits that support the Black community.
Cannabis history is Black History. It’s important for our industry to acknowledge the sacrifices and unjust treatment of the Black community historically related to cannabis. Damaging stereotypes were used in the 1930’s to fuel public panic. These racist attacks instigated by Harry Anslinger, the head of the Federal Bureau of Narcotics were used to make cannabis illegal. This targeted racism continues today with devastating consequences for the Black community caused by the failed and unjust “War on Drugs”
As an industry we have a long way to go in addressing systemic racism and providing equitable opportunities.
Black History Month is a time to celebrate Black beauty, pride, excellence and the significant contributions of the Black community but it is also a time to reflect on how we can collectively commit to fighting for justice and equality 365 days a year.
Hollywood
Morgan Lee
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CJ
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Aanisah Saunderlin
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NORTH Hollywood
Jeremy Suarez
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Mackie Suarez-Amaya
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Demee Pilar
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Marina Del Rey
Morgan Little
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Patrick Williams
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Sierra Tolmaire
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Aaron Reese
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Eileen Walker
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Long Beach
Jonathan Durnell
Xavi Banks
Shanika Jordan
Maiesha Aguirre
MMD Shops is devoted to benefiting the
diverse communities we serve.
We have robust community programs at every location designed to support and reflect the diverse and unique communities we are honored to serve. From beach cleanups in Marina Del Rey, Addressing Food insecurity in North Hollywood, to supporting our LGBTQ+ Seniors.
Our staff is inspired by connecting with our communities hands on. We offer our customers several ways to get involved and contribute throughout the year.
Little Matron comes from the Russian word, Matryoshka. Meaning mother. Little Matron was created as a beacon of light for troubled youth. A portion of Little Matron sales will be donated to non-profit organizations that aid our younger generation.
We are proud to partner with our first non-profit partner, Ignite the Fight and Camp Lamon.
ITF’s mission is to walk alongside families during and after the cancer experience in offering both tangible resources and emotional support. Camp Lamon’s mission is to offer grief camp experiences to support and encourage youth in the healing process after the loss of a loved one to cancer.
Learn more at ignitethefight.org
Looking for help with substance abuse?
MMD Shops proudly hosts substance abuse counseling. We offer group counseling for drugs and alcohol with a certified substance abuse counselor. Please fill out the inquiry form for more information on weekly group meetings, meetups, resources and more and we will make sure to assist you in getting started with our sessions.
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MMD Shops is committed to carrying brand vendors that participate in social equity and community cause programs.
Viola
Viola is a premium cannabis brand with the largest Black-owned cannabis footprint in the industry, rooted in building social equity for the black and brown communities.
Marley Natural
Marley Natural™ is a premium product line crafted with awareness, authenticity, and a genuine respect for nature’s nourishing benefits. As agents of change, we promote positivity, connectivity, and personal transformation. And as believers in progress, we offer an exceptional lifestyle line that is inspired by Jamaica’s vibrant energy. We are proud to be the official Bob Marley cannabis brand.
Farmer and the Felon
At Farmer and the Felon™, we’re determined to preserve the countercultural history of the prohibition era while advocating for social justice for the cannabis prisoners in the here-and-now. As industry veterans dedicated to cannabis freedom, we aren’t interested in being just another weed brand. We are, Cannabis for Change.
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