County Offers Cannabis Reinvestment and Repair Grant
A new grant program will offer funding to support initiatives that benefit low-income communities and those disproportionately impacted by cannabis charges.
Worcester County is currently accepting applications through the new Worcester County Reinvestment and Repair Grant Program for community-based projects that support economic development, public health, and community improvement. The grant program is being funded with Worcester County’s allocation from the state’s Community Reinvestment and Repair Fund, which receives a portion of cannabis sales tax revenue and license conversion fees.
“This program will allow the county to provide financial support to projects that will benefit our low-income communities,” Chief Administrative Officer Weston Young said. “The broad parameters of the program will allow us to consider a variety of applicants as we reinvest this funding into our local jurisdictions.”
Nonprofit organizations, community groups, small businesses, and local government entities are encouraged to apply for funding if they have projects that will benefit low-income communities or serve disproportionally impacted areas. The grant program is designed to fund economic development, public health, and community improvement initiatives. The funding, per state guidelines, cannot be used for law enforcement activities.
You can find the Reinvestment and Repair Grant Application here.