Maine DECD Social Equity Program – Cannabis Business Owners as Impacted Community Members
Maine state law requires DECD to support businesses owned by members of impacted communities, which includes individuals disproportionately harmed by cannabis prohibition; while Maine has NO standalone cannabis social equity program, minority cannabis business owners in Maine may qualify for DECD's broader social equity business support programs and referrals; review current DECD program offerings at maine.gov/decd.
About this program
Visit the program website for full details.
Eligibility
Maine cannabis business owners who are members of impacted communities (including those disproportionately harmed by cannabis prohibition, low-income communities, communities of color); eligibility is for DECD's general social equity support programs, not a dedicated cannabis equity program.
Requirements
- Maine-based business owner who is a member of an impacted community
- Contact Maine DECD Business Development at maine.gov/decd/business-development/start-grow/resources
- Review current programs and referrals at the Diverse Entrepreneurs resource page