The People's Money (2024-2025)

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Source: {"body":{"en":"<xml><dl class=\"decidim_awesome-custom_fields\" data-generator=\"decidim_awesome\" data-version=\"0.10.2\"><dt name=\"text-1727190723263-0\">Do you have specific Neighborhood(s) in mind?</dt><dd id=\"text-1727190723263-0\" name=\"text\"><div>\" Citywide Call to Action for this IDEA\". = I am a resident of Hunts Point / Longwood Neighborhood(s) </div></dd><dt name=\"checkbox-group-1727190854919-0\">Which group(s) does your idea focus on? Select as many as apply.</dt><dd id=\"checkbox-group-1727190854919-0\" name=\"checkbox-group\"><div alt=\"Older Adults\">Older Adults</div><div alt=\"Public Housing Residents\">Public Housing Residents</div><div alt=\"Justice Impacted People\">Justice Impacted People</div><div alt=\"People with Disabilities\">People with Disabilities</div><div alt=\"Veterans\">Veterans</div><div alt=\"LGBTQ+ People\">LGBTQ+ People</div><div alt=\"Low Income People\">Low Income People</div><div alt=\"Black, Indigenous and/or People of Color\">Black, Indigenous and/or People of Color</div></dd><dt name=\"textarea-1727191113616-0\">Describe the challenge you want to address:</dt><dd id=\"textarea-1727191113616-0\" name=\"textarea\"><div>Veteran’s Upstate Cannabis and Hemp Farms Tour: Nurturing Healing, Empowering Veterans, and Fostering Inclusive Community Growth Project\nSubmitted by: Dondi McKellar, USN (MST) Pronouns: he/him.\n \nIntroduction\nWe are excited to introduce the unique Veteran Upstate Cannabis and Hemp Farms Tour. This one-of-a-kind, immersive initiative spans a year and offers veterans and diverse community members a hands-on experience in the cannabis and hemp industry. Our program stands out by providing a comprehensive view into the cultivation and therapeutic potential of cannabis and hemp, empowering participants to explore new wellness avenues and economic opportunities.\nThis project, seeking essential funding through The People’s Money Initiative, is a testament to New York City’s commitment to empowering veterans and other underserved groups. With your support, we aim to expand the program to include seniors, justice-impacted individuals, people with disabilities, low-income individuals, and community members. This broad, inclusive approach ensures that all participants can learn, heal, and grow, fostering a sense of community and shared growth.\n \nVeterans’ Participation and Community Inclusion in Cannabis Regulation\nIn this tour, we prioritize service-disabled veterans, particularly their involvement in New York’s cannabis regulatory framework. Veterans seeking to own and operate enterprises within this industry exemplify the resilience, entrepreneurship, and determination that this program celebrates. By showcasing the contributions of service-disabled veterans and creating opportunities for other groups, this tour not only highlights the cannabis industry’s transformative potential as a source of wellness but also as an inclusive economic frontier, inspiring hope and optimism in our audience.\n \nExpanding Our Scope: Addressing Industry Challenges and Fostering Equity\nThe cannabis and hemp industry continues to grapple with federal regulations, notably the Schedule One classification, which impacts accessibility and growth—as well as the negative roll-out in NYC with illegal smoke shops and stigma around them. Our tour includes targeted Network, Outreach, and Education sessions to demystify these regulatory hurdles, especially for marginalized communities affected by cannabis policies. With The People’s Money Initiative’s support, this project becomes a valuable platform for discussing, understanding, and navigating these challenges.\nThe tour will also address issues of social equity and access within the cannabis sector, offering education on legal rights, business ownership pathways, and health-related cannabis applications that can benefit underserved populations. We aim to empower participants with knowledge and tools to explore careers, wellness practices, and advocacy within the cannabis field.\n \nObjective\nThe Veteran Upstate Cannabis and Hemp Farms Tour has a dual objective:\n1. To educate veterans—and an inclusive group of community members—on the cultivation, health benefits, and economic potential of cannabis and hemp.\n2. To equip participants with skills and knowledge for informed decision-making and industry engagement.\nOur one-year project will include strategically planned Network, Outreach, and Education sessions to deepen participants' understanding of the benefits and complexities of cannabis use and business opportunities, creating a foundation for ongoing personal and economic empowerment.\n \nTour Highlights\n· The Veteran Upstate Cannabis and Hemp Farms Tour offers participants an in-depth look at the cannabis industry.\n· Immersive farm visits to operational cannabis and hemp farms in scenic upstate New York, offering a hands-on view of cultivation techniques.\n· Engagement with expert cultivators to learn about planting, growth cycles, and extraction techniques.\n· Exploration of various cannabis strains and their diverse effects on health and wellness, tailored to individual needs and preferences.\n· In-depth discussions on therapeutic applications of cannabis and hemp, which address the unique wellness needs of veterans, seniors, people with disabilities, low-income individuals, and justice-impacted individuals.\n· Community-building opportunities, allowing veterans and participants from various backgrounds to forge lasting connections and create a supportive, inclusive network.\n \nBenefits\n1. Education: Participants will gain insights into the cannabis industry, cultivating informed perspectives on wellness and entrepreneurship.\n2. Empowerment: Learning about the cannabis growth process encourages participants to pursue new avenues in personal wellness and economic involvement.\n3. Wellness: Understanding cannabis’ therapeutic benefits introduces participants to holistic health practices supporting physical and mental well-being.\n4. Community: The tour fosters community, encouraging participants to connect, share experiences, and build a supportive network that spans diverse backgrounds.\n5. Economic Opportunities: Highlighting the role of service-disabled veterans and other impacted groups in the cannabis industry opens doors to economic possibilities and supports a more equitable industry.\n \nConclusion\nThe Veteran Upstate Cannabis and Hemp Farms Tour is ambitious and heartfelt. It will unite veterans and community members in a shared learning, empowerment, and connection journey. With financial backing from The People’s Money Initiative, we can build a meaningful, inclusive experience that addresses the cannabis industry’s challenges and creates opportunities for all participants.\nThis tour embodies our commitment to education, wellness, and economic inclusion. By joining us, you’ll support a program that profoundly impacts lives, promotes social equity, and helps build a sustainable future for veterans and other underserved individuals. Together, we can open doors to new possibilities in the cannabis industry and strengthen communities across New York City.\n \n</div></dd><dt name=\"textarea-1727191235485-0\">What is the solution to the challenge?</dt><dd id=\"textarea-1727191235485-0\" name=\"textarea\"><div>Budget Proposal\nProject Title: Veteran Upstate Cannabis and Hemp Farms Tour: Nurturing Healing, Empowering Veterans, and Fostering Inclusive Community Growth\nSubmitted by: Dondi McKellar, USN (MST), Pronouns: He/Him\nFunding Source: The People’s Money Initiative \nTotal Budget Request: $250,000 \n \nBudget Breakdown\n \n1. Program Development and Planning\n*Estimated Cost: $40,000* \n- Initial planning, curriculum design, and program materials \n- Coordination with cannabis farms, experts, and regulatory advisors \n- Scheduling and logistics for farm visits and education sessions \n- Development of participant guides, materials on cannabis regulations, and social equity resources \n \n2. Transportation and Accommodation for Participants \n*Estimated Cost: $75,000* \n- Round-trip transportation to upstate cannabis and hemp farms for veterans and community members \n- Accommodation for participants during overnight stays for multiple farm visits and in-depth sessions \n- Transportation accommodations for seniors and people with disabilities \n\n 3. Educational Sessions and Workshops \n*Estimated Cost: $60,000* \n- Fees for expert cultivators, legal advisors, and wellness specialists leading workshops \n- Educational materials covering cultivation techniques, regulatory frameworks, wellness practices, and business pathways \n- Costs for technology and equipment used in interactive sessions and hands-on learning \n \n4. Community Network, Outreach, and Inclusion Initiatives \n*Estimated Cost: $25,000* \n- Targeted outreach to veterans, seniors, low-income individuals, justice-impacted individuals, and people with disabilities \n- Development of inclusive materials and resources for understanding cannabis regulations and wellness benefits \n- Hosting community-building events, discussion panels, and support sessions \n \n5. Program Administration and Staffing \n*Estimated Cost: $30,000* \n- Salaries for program coordinators, administrators, and support staff \n- Administrative costs for managing participant inquiries, scheduling, and program records \n- Support for ensuring ADA compliance and participant safety throughout the tour \n \n6. Marketing and Outreach\n*Estimated Cost: $10,000* \n- Design and distribution of informational materials to veterans and underserved community groups \n- Social media, community flyers, and local media outreach \n- Outreach to partner organizations and veteran services for participant recruitment \n \n7. Contingency Fund (10%)\n*Estimated Cost: $10,000* \n- Reserved for unforeseen expenses or additional support needed during the program, especially regarding accessibility needs and additional resource materials \n \nTotal Budget Request: $250,000 \n \nConclusion\nThe proposed budget of $250,000 will support a comprehensive, inclusive, and impactful experience through the Veteran Upstate Cannabis and Hemp Farms Tour. Funding from The People’s Money Initiative will enable veterans, justice-impacted individuals, seniors, people with disabilities, low-income individuals, and community members to explore and engage with the cannabis and hemp industry’s therapeutic and economic potential.\nThis budget allows for a sustainable, year-long program that supports education, wellness, and empowerment within the cannabis field. The program equips participants with valuable knowledge and skills while building community connections. With this funding, we aim to create a lasting impact on the lives of veterans and other underserved individuals across New York City.\n</div></dd><dt name=\"number-1727191411855-0\">Please provide your Zip Code</dt><dd id=\"number-1727191411855-0\" name=\"number\"><div>10459</div></dd></dl></xml>"},"title":{"en":"Veteran’s Upstate Cannabis and Hemp Farms Tour: Nurturing Healing, Empowering Veterans, and Fostering Inclusive Community Growth Project"}}

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