ABOUT ABCTA
Established in 2021, the Arizona Black Cannabis Trade Association (ABCTA) is a 501(c)(3)
nonprofit aiming to eliminate racial disparities in the Arizona cannabis industry by providing
education, empowerment, and equity for the black community. ABCTA works closely with
cannabis businesses and nonprofits who support demographics affected by the War on Drugs,
ensuring the black community is not taken advantage of with predatory practices, and has equal
access to resources. ABCTA assists with getting started in the cannabis industry, seeking out
investment opportunities, job placement, funding, education, and more. ABCTA is committed to
the black community and economic development within the Arizona cannabis industry by
advocating for black patients, businesses, and consumers. Click Below to
to get involved!
Education
ABCTA Educational Opportunities
ABCTA Cannabis Educational Certificate Course
Do you want to get a foot into the cannabis industry? Start by getting more education about the industry as well as getting some real world experience. ABCTA is now offering a custom Cannabis Certificate Course, Brought to you by Industry experts with Industry Experience. Class will be offered Live Online or Online at your own pace. Upon Completion you will receive a Certificate of Completion Click the button below to Register.
Community First
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Empowerment
Grow Your Own Cannabis .
Are you interested in growing your own Cannabis? Under the new law Prop 207 you are allowed to grow 12 Plants. ABCTA is here to assist you from start to finish. Home grow or Commercial Grow.
EQUITY
Get Started “Keirestu” Program .
Keiretsu means Building Power Through Deep Alignment. The Get Started program is designed to help new start ups and Legacy + Local Businesses get Legal and Licensed so they can serve their community. We Provide everything needed.
The Goal is to build Multiple Black and Brown owned businesses related to the Cannabis Industry. From Growing the Plant to non touching businesses such as HR etc.
Requirements:
Must complete ABCTA Educational Course
ABCTA Membership. Any Level
Empowerment
Medical Marijuana Card Service
Obtaining a Medical Marijuana Card will save you $$. We walk you through the process and will answer any and all questions. No medical records? No Problem. Receive your medical marijuana card in 3-5 Business Days. Same day service available. Affected by the war on drugs? Ask about our Sponsored Card Program.
Empowerment
Access to Capital and Resources.
Interested in starting a Business in the Cannabis Industry? ABCTA can assist from start to Finish. Rather its access to Capital or Help with a Business Plan. Fill out the Form below and someone from our team will reach out.
“ Team work make the Dream Work”
Empowerment
Join the Cuts and Cannabis Program for Licensed Barbers.
Earn extra money as a Barber and provide convenience for clients in your community. We know that barber shops are a huge part of the culture and Community. In efforts to provide economic opportunities in the cannabis space we created the Cuts and Cannabis Affiliate program .
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Empowerment
(CAM) Cannabis As Medicine Program
Learn how to use Cannabis to replace all those other harmful Drugs. The CAM Program will assist and educate the Community about the Medicinal Benefits of the Cannabis Plant. Helping you source the right medicine + Helping you attain a Medical Marijuana Card.
Empowerment
(YPG) Young Professional Group
Preparing Future Cannabis Industry Leaders. Always looking to Mentor and Educate the Youth. The YPG Group will Learn early what we learned late. YPG Group Members will have access to Cannabis Industry Experts as mentors. Group Field Trips, Creative Projects and much more. Ages 16- 26
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ABCTA Joins the Social Equity Conversation with other Trade Association.
Huddle Up Investment Group
Together we are Stronger. Invest in the Billion Dollar Cannabis Industry. Rather looking to invest in a license, Grow Facility etc We got you covered. You Don’t have to go at it alone. Earn Passive income and create generational wealth for your community and family. Exclusive Investment group for Community Members Only.
Huddle up Investment Group
“ Its time to Work Together as one and Build for the Future”
How it works
1.Fill out the General Information Form
2. Wait for a Call or Email from ABCTA Board Member
3. In Person Interview will be Conducted before approved to Invest
Apply Below
Upcoming events
Break The Chains 100
Break the Chains 100 is a community initiative to erase and expunge prior marijuana convictions starting in the State of Arizona and helping community members with a fresh start. ABCTA will assist from start to finish at NO COST. ABCTA will host clinics and pop ups all over the Valley for in Person Questions + Applications . Register Below.
APPLY FOR RECORD EXPUNGEMENT
ABCTA
General Event Registration
Please Fill out the Form below for Registration for General events including pop up Expungement Clinics.
Excited about What’s to Come!
“Helping Build a Strong Cannabis Community Through Equity, Empowerment, Education and Advocacy For the Community.”
— ABCTA President -
Contact
Feel free to contact us with any questions.