MWG Holdings Group, Inc., a leading cannabis company in California, has announced the continuation of its partnership with the Last Prisoner Project through an in-store fundraising campaign at its Perfect Union dispensaries, running through the end of July. This initiative underscores the cannabis industry's role in addressing the injustices stemming from cannabis prohibition and the War on Drugs.
The Last Prisoner Project, established in 2019, focuses on advocacy, policy reform, and direct support to release individuals incarcerated for cannabis offenses and to mitigate the impacts of criminalization. Angelica Sanchez, MWG Holdings’ VP of Government Affairs and Compliance, emphasized the importance of this partnership, stating, "It’s not enough for the cannabis industry to move forward without acknowledging the harm caused by decades of criminalization."
Since 2020, MWG and the Last Prisoner Project have collaborated to raise funds for legal support, policy reform advocacy, reentry services, and support for justice-impacted communities. The Last Prisoner Project has redistributed over $3.5 million to those in need and provided pro bono legal counsel to more than 400 individuals. Their efforts include sponsoring AB 1706 in California, a model for retroactive cannabis relief.
Philip Feng, Development Associate at the Last Prisoner Project, highlighted the significance of industry support, "Partners like Perfect Union help us continue fighting for the freedom of those still impacted by the War on Drugs." Customers can contribute to the cause by donating at any Perfect Union dispensary location or Wild Seed Wellness store throughout July.
MWG Holdings' commitment to community engagement is evident through its philanthropic efforts across California, including donations, event organization, and volunteer work. This fundraiser is part of MWG's broader strategy to foster meaningful change and strengthen its reputation as a community-focused operator in the cannabis industry.
