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NUG GREATER COMMUNITY

At NUG, we believe that diversity and representation in the cannabis industry are critical to normalization. We also understand that impacted entrepreneurs are often taking bigger risks and have stayed focused and committed to creating greater access to safe cannabis in their communities. NUG is committed to supporting the greater equity community – that starts with how we support that community on the shelves of our own stores.

LIFTING UNDERREPRESENTED BRANDS.

The NUG GREATER COMMUNITY PROGRAM lifts up underrepresented brands in cannabis committed to community reinvestment and engagement, normalization of the cannabis plant and social justice. As a part of the multi-faceted support program, brands and their founders are featured in NUG promotional advertisements and in-store marketing support across the network.

QUEEN MARY

Queen Mary's products are formulated with natural vitamins, Vegan, and gluten-free, with no added sugars or artificial colorings. They utilize nano-emulsion technology with a fast-acting full-spectrum Rosin.

QUEEN MARY

Founder and CEO Tiana Woodruff grew up in one of the lowest income zip codes in LA, witnessing the war on drugs and personally experiencing the strain and disproportionate impact it had on her friends, family and neighbors.

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kikoko

Kikoko uses the finest of everything: Organic, non-GMO whole-plant herbs, teas and flowers, artisanal New Zealand manuka and Kanuka honey, and outdoor cannabis that is grown using organic or biodynamic farming methods.

kikoko

Kikoko was founded for a friend with cancer, with a mission to offer women plant-based, scientifically proven alternatives to pharmaceuticals and alcohol.

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SUNDAE SCHOOL

At Sundae School, we make high-quality goods for high-minded folks, whether it is fresh flowers, chewy mochi gummies, or cozy uniforms for recreational consumption

SUNDAE SCHOOL

Sundae School is a Seoul and Los Angeles-based cannabis brand and a smoke wear label. Their mission is World Peace, by globalizing and contextualizing Cannabis as a plant and tool to expand the mind.

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Seven Leaves

Seven Leaves state-of-the-art hydroponic cultivation facilities in Sacramento, California total over 115,000 square feet of commercial indoor operations, operated using 100% renewable energy.

Seven Leaves

The Seven Leaves team has been perfecting cultivation methods and techniques to develop premium grade, pesticide-free and herbicide-free cannabis and cannabis products

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OAKFRUITLAND

Oakfruitland pride ourselves in quality control process, incorporating hand trimming methods, a top-tier irrigation system, and stable environmental control such as Co2 enriched rooms.

OAKFRUITLAND

Oakfruitland strains offer a variety of flavors for the ultimate smoking experience. Our strains have a distinct nose and body that wakes your game up from our sweet and potent Oak-Lato to our gas pack V-Power,

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Dr. Mooon

Dr. Mooon is a vertically integrated brand that is self-funded. We finger trim all of our buds to keep the trichomes and bud structure intact so they will always be super frosty and extra terpy.

Dr. Mooon

Dr. Mooon strains have their own unique terpene profiles compared to a lot of what’s currently on the market right now.

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Headstash

Headstash is a San Francisco-based, ensemble and boutique cannabis company specializing in the cultivation of craft cannabis, including a variety of high quality pre-rolls, concentrates and edibles.

Headstash

Cannaisseurs and first-time smokers alike will be delighted by Headstash, wholly inspired by the previous generations that were forced by law to conspire underground; by those who risked family and freedom; and by all those who paved the way for this new culture to emerge.

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ELLIS GREENS

Born in Sacramento, Ellis Greens was created by cannabis enthusiasts with a passion and drive for the culture.

ELLIS GREENS

Our cultivation partners have over 20 years of experience and their love and passion for their craft shows in the product. As a family brand with our values and name on the line, it is our responsibility to bring the best products to the market. Never compromising quality!

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KREME

KREME is a black-owned, self-funded, Bay Area based cannabis brand that strives to connect with the culture and bring what the people on the streets loved into the legal market.

KREME

KREME has been dedicated to sourcing quality, premium flowers since inception. The practices of KREME are Knowledge, Respect, Excel, Motivation and Emerge.

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Lollies

In 2023, Lollie’s was added to the KREME family. Lollie’s role is to provide quality pre-rolls that are never made from shake or trim.

Lollies

The motive behind Lollie’s was to provide a product made from enjoyment and passion for the plant.

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Saffy THC

SAFFY THC aims to set themselves apart from other brands with the ability to empathize with, connect with, and serve a diverse set of customers while providing products that everyone can appreciate

Saffy THC

As Humboldt County's first Black owned & Jamaican owned social equity farm and brand, you can rest assured that SAFFY THC is grown outdoors in natural sunlight, with light dep techniques. They practice environmentally conscious/friendly, sustainable farming, without the use of pesticides and harmful chemicals to cultivate a safe, premium product.

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POLA

POLA crafts concoctions that honor their Mexican culture and childhood memories by incorporating traditional ingredients and creative flavor combinations to deliver unique experiences.

POLA

The first batch of La Familia chocolate bars was created in their founder’s kitchen, with hopes to do something epic that would embrace their Mexican traditions and love of delicious desserts, candies, and mouth-watering drinks. Their mission is to inspire tradition, craft with passion, and grow their family within the cannabis industry.

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BLAQSTAR

Created with the cannabis connoisseur in mind, our products are curated to enhance your smoking experience with a difference you can feel, taste, and smell.

BLAQSTAR

Blaqstar Farms is dedicated to growing only the best cannabis strains using the cleanest growing methods currently available.

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DAKOTA WEST COAST

Dakota West Coast is an equity-partnered, California-licensed cannabis company situated in Oakland.

DAKOTA WEST COAST

Careem Robinson had a vision to become a top equity leader in the legal cannabis industry even though he had been disadvantaged & targeted by the failed war on drugs.

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BIKO

At BIKO, our product line delivers the greatest quality cannabis flower, in a variety of strains, to match any mood.

BIKO

Luxury Cannabis. At BIKO, we are constantly innovating and working to bring the best quality products to market.

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PAUWELS

Pauwels patent pending formula is a powerful, safe tool for healing and wellness.

PAUWELS

Pauwels innovative blend of cannabis,activated oxygen,coconut oil, and essential oils makes this patent pending formula a transdermal which is great for pain management and promotes healthy skin

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NAUGHTY DABS

Naughty Dabs manufactures and distributes craft cannabis and cannabis byproducts, provide equitable opportunities to those impacted by the war on drugs, and assure legacy remains at the heart of the cannabis culture.

NAUGHTY DABS

Seventh Wave brings to the California marketplace the first Latina-owned and lead live rosin brand: Naughty Dabs. Its cold cure live rosin is created as meticulously pure as its mission in the industry.

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DOSE OF SAUCY

Saucy is an elevated and savory infused condiment brand with Texas roots and healthy ingredients helping Californians safely gather around cannabis again.

DOSE OF SAUCY

Saucy is an elevated and savory infused condiment brand with Texas roots and healthy ingredients, and they are deliciously sugar free, gluten free, and vegan.

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CANNABIS ON FIRE

Cannabis On Fire offers a guarantee of high quality flower grown in their state-of-the-art light dep greenhouse with that outdoor potency and indoor appearance and smell.

CANNABIS ON FIRE

Licensed in 2018, Cannabis on Fire is a combination cannabis cultivation and delivery business, based in Oakland.

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MEDICINAL ORGANICS

Medicinal Organics founder, Alexis, has over 35 years of botanical and horticultural industry experience working with cannabis flower, plants and breeding seed.

MEDICINAL ORGANICS

Providing quality medicinal grade cannabis clones and Medicine Man brand seeds to dispensaries & collectives in the USA.

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APPLY.

Are you interested in applying to be a part of the program? Do you know an underrepresented brand that you would like to see featured in NUG stores? We welcome you to check out the application below – and look forward to receiving submissions from any currently operating California cannabis brand.