Last Prisoner Project

Though another year has slipped away without cannabis legalization or rescheduling on the federal level, the SAFE Banking Act still lingering somewhere in the halls of Congress and with precious few long-anticipated reforms enacted…other milestones took place in 2023. Health and Human...

Cannabis pre-roll brand Toast has teamed up with Sweet O'z, a vertically integrated distributor, cultivator and manufacturer in the Arizona market. Toast will launch its premium cannabis pre-rolls and flower in dispensary locations throughout the Grand Canyon state, under the new collaboration. "We...

RAW Rolling Papers, a prominent brand in the smoking industry, has taken a significant step towards social responsibility by donating $100,000 to The Last Prisoner Project, a non-profit organization committed to addressing the consequences of cannabis criminalization. This donation, announced on...

Farechild Events and MJBizCon announced the winners of the 2023 EMJAYS International Cannabis Awards. The event, hosted at the legendary Pearl Theater within the renowned Palms Hotel, Las Vegas, honored both businesses and individuals who have made notable strides in the cannabis space. See also:...

Have you ever thought about how difficult it is for someone with a criminal record to get a job once they've paid their debt to society?  Here's an interesting case to ponder: One man, who happens to be a military veteran, was convicted of a non-violent offense...

Andrew DeAngelo, an iconic figure in the world of cannabis, has forged a partnership with Wayward Media, to introduce "Budding Minds with Andrew DeAngelo," a 3-part educational series accessible exclusively through the ‘because cannabis’ YouTube channel....

As the one-year anniversary of President Biden’s marijuana proclamation approaches, the Last Prisoner Project (LPP), a criminal justice reform nonprofit, is urging further action with the release of its State of Cannabis Justice Report. On October 6th, Biden announced he would...

Acreage Holdings, Inc. (CSE: ACRG, ACRG.B.U) (OTCQX: ACRHF, ACRDF) reported its financial results Wednesday afternoon for the second quarter ended June 30, 2023. "I am pleased with the progress we made in the second quarter on our continued efforts to drive meaningful revenue...

Last Prisoner Project announced that Jason Ortiz will serve as the organization’s new director of strategic initiatives. Jason has been on the frontlines of the cannabis equity movement, and as a a founder and president of the Minority Cannabis Business Association, Jason led efforts to...

Raw Rolling Papers (BBK/HBI), a renowned name in the international smoking industry, has made a donation of $100,000 to The JUSTÜS Foundation, a non-profit striving to aid legacy cannabis operators in transitioning into the legal cannabis industry. The donation forms part of the novel RAW...

Cannabis is an industry on the cusp of immense change, but sometimes, progress comes at a heartbreaking cost. The tale of Rudi Gammo is a testament to this bittersweet truth. Released on parole after serving more than five years in prison, Gammo is the latest poster child for the urgent need for...

In the heart of the Cayman Islands, a world-renowned model and influencer found herself entangled in the island's strict cannabis laws. Gigi Hadid and companion, Leah Nicole McCarthy, were arrested on July 10, 2023, following the discovery of cannabis in their luggage by customs control at Owen...

Rapper and entrepreneur Berner’s rolling paper brand, VIBES, has teamed up with the Last Prisoner Project in conjunction with creative company Mother to launch RELEASE PAPERS. The idea behind the campaign is to encourage the public to advocate on behalf of individuals...

In the realm of American justice, there are cases that evoke despair and cases that evoke disbelief. Kevin Allen's story, unfortunately, manages to invoke both sentiments. Despite Louisiana's progression towards leniency in non-violent cannabis offenses, Kevin's pursuit of justice has...

Last year, President Biden urged governors across the United States to pardon individuals with nonviolent cannabis-related convictions. Despite his call to action, many governors have not responded to this request. In light of this, the Last Prisoner Project has initiated the Pardons to Progress...