Launched in collaboration with the Cannabis Science Conference and the nonprofit organization Minorities for Medical Marijuana (M4MM), the scholarship represents a broader commitment to increasing equity, access, and opportunity within the fast-evolving cannabis industry.
“Our mission is to help shape a more informed, innovative, and inclusive cannabis workforce,” said DaySavers leadership in a recent announcement. “By investing in education, we’re investing in the future of cannabis.”
The Higher Potential Scholarship will award $2,500 to a student enrolled in a cannabis-related program or a field that intersects with the industry, such as agricultural science, chemistry, public policy, or business. Special consideration will be given to applicants from historically marginalized communities—a move that reinforces the industry’s ongoing efforts to repair past injustices caused by decades of prohibition and unequal enforcement.
In addition to financial support, recipients will receive mentorship opportunities and VIP access to events like the Cannabis Science Conference. These added benefits aim to connect emerging talent with thought leaders, researchers, and industry pioneers—creating a pipeline of opportunity and innovation.
The scholarship launch comes at a time when demand for skilled cannabis professionals is rising rapidly. As legalization expands and cannabis becomes more mainstream, industry employers are increasingly seeking candidates with specialized training, scientific expertise, and regulatory fluency. Educational institutions, in turn, are responding with a growing number of degree and certificate programs.
Advocates for the scholarship emphasize that this kind of initiative is critical for ensuring the cannabis industry grows not only in size but in sophistication and social responsibility. “Equity must be more than a buzzword—it must be built into the foundation of how we move forward,” said Roz McCarthy, founder of M4MM.
Applications for the Higher Potential Scholarship are now open, with a deadline later this summer. Students interested in applying are encouraged to demonstrate not just academic merit, but a passion for cannabis education and a clear vision for how they plan to contribute to the industry’s future.
As the cannabis space continues to expand, efforts like the Higher Potential Scholarship serve as a reminder that education remains one of the most powerful tools for progress—both for individuals and for the industry as a whole.
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