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Cannabis Social Equity Technical Assistance Grant Program

Washington Department of Commerce awards grants ($3M annually appropriated) to cannabis social equity applicants and licensees, primarily based on the strength of their social equity plans. Round 1 grants up to ~$141,729 and Round 2 up to ~$58,003 per applicant. Over $6.1M distributed as of July 2025.

About this program

Visit the program website for full details.

Eligibility

Cannabis social equity applicants who have submitted a social equity plan, and cannabis licensees holding a license issued after April 1, 2023, who meet social equity criteria.

Requirements

  • Meet Washington State social equity applicant criteria
  • Submit a social equity plan to LCB
  • Cannabis license applicant or licensee issued after April 1, 2023