named programs · 3 · from sources
What they call their work
Community Ecosystem Program
Digital and in-person education initiative addressing public health, equity, ancestral healing, food justice, and civic engagement related to the adult-use cannabis market.
Foundations Program
Entry-level training covering core business fundamentals, market positioning, and regulatory requirements for aspiring cannabis entrepreneurs in New York State.
Growth & Compliance Program
Advanced program focused on sustainable business models, operational compliance, supply chain navigation, and scaling strategies for existing license holders.
activities · 3 groups
What they do
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Startup Acceleration & Business Growth Support 2 activities
- Delivers free education and training programs for underrepresented entrepreneurs in the cannabis industryProvides workshops, public education, networking events, and technical assistance to equip aspiring entrepreneurs from underrepresented communities with resources to navigate licensing, compliance, cultivation, retail, and business development. Programs are offered at no cost and include access to a digital resource library and ongoing support through town halls and consultations.
- Supports early-stage business development in marginalized communities through capacity-building initiativesFosters sustainable economic development by supporting early-stage business growth in marginalized communities through pooled resources, shared expertise, internship opportunities, and volunteer engagement in areas such as communications, operations, and outreach.
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Substance Use Policy Advocacy & Public Education 1 activity
- Advocates for equity and inclusion in the cannabis industryEngages in advocacy efforts to advance equity in the cannabis industry by addressing systemic biases, promoting social and economic equity, and connecting underrepresented communities with opportunities in the adult-use cannabis market through factual information and community outreach.
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Local Business Financing and Incentives 1 activity
- Provides financial and operational support to program participantsOffers micro stipends to help cover NYS filing fees, QuickBooks access, and startup overhead costs, and facilitates access to licensed community partners and participant business exposure through a community business expo.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$19K
Contributions & grants$19K103%
Program service revenue——
Investment income——
Other revenue$18
expenses
Total expenses$16K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits$9K
Grants paid out—
balance sheet
Total assets$2K
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$2K
1 years on record · 2024–2024
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 5
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHAD ANDERSON | VICE PRESIDENT | 25 | $2K |
| PRECIOUS BROWN | PRESIDENT | 25 | $2K |
| JEFFREY MEDFORD | DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT | 8 | $1K |
| NOAH LUCIANO | DIRECTOR OF TECH & IT | 8 | $1K |
| BRANDI HESTER-HARRELL | STRATEGIC ADVISOR | 13 | $600 |
relationships · 3
Who they work with
- MCDHS Partner — Collaborates on community service and cannabis education initiatives through shared staff engagement and programming.
- Senator Jeremy A. Cooney Government — Recognized B.L.O.O.M. ROC for its leadership and advocacy in advancing equity in the industry.
- licensed community partners Partner — Collaborates with licensed community partners to support program participants.
strategies · 3
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Equity-Centered Education and Trainingmethodology: equity-through-education-and-trainingBy providing free education, training, and technical assistance to underrepresented communities, we enable sustainable cannabis business creation and address historical inequities, because targeted capacity-building is necessary to overcome systemic barriers to entry in the regulated market.
- Integrated Ecosystem for Community Equitymethodology: integrated-ecosystem-buildingBy integrating business development, policy advocacy, and healing practices, we advance community wellness and equity in the cannabis industry, because sustainable inclusion requires addressing economic, political, and social dimensions simultaneously.
- Progressive Engagement Pathwaymethodology: progressive-engagementBy using foundational programs as entry points, we foster deeper, long-term engagement with B.L.O.O.M. ROC’s services, because structured on-ramps increase participant retention and pathway completion in equity-focused initiatives.