“The Marihuana Tax Act of 1937, which effectively criminalized marijuana, was driven by racial discrimination and has had lasting negative impacts on communities, particularly African-American and Mexican-American populations.”
You’ve probably heard the above definition and the talk about the need for equity, inclusion, and social responsibility, especially in the overly gentrified cannabis industry. However, we believe marijuana legalization alone can not accomplish those goals. As the first minority-owned, legal vertically integrated cannabis company in Illinois, The 1937 Group is leveraging the evolving cannabis industry to reverse years of social inequities by empowering social-equity-driven brands that bring together authentic, quality products crafted by people who truly understand the needs of their historically marginalized communities.
Parkway Dispensary, a member of The 1937 group, is proud to partner with these minority-owned cannabis brands to make their products accessible to the Illinois market. Explore the 1937 Group’s curated house of brands and prepare yourself for a new experience at Parkway Dispensary.
Bloom – Cannabis For the People
Introducing the The Bloom Brand – where cannabis artistry meets innovation. Since their journey began in 2014, Bloom has been a trailblazer in the cannabis vape industry, driven by our unwavering commitment to quality and authenticity.
What makes Bloom stand apart from other cannabis vapes?
Bloom Classic Strains: Bloom’s “fingerprinting formula” breaks down each strain to a molecular level, which allows them to consistently recreate the experience of smoking flower.
Bloom Live Strains: Bloom preserves the live terpenes of favorite strains by using a gentle, solventless extraction method. Unlike others’ frozen extraction methods, bloom uses a “fresh” process in order to preserve the delicate terpenes.
Rosin Vapes: Pure, unprocessed, full-spectrum, terpene-rich rosin.
Innovative Technology: Their proprietary technology sets them apart, offering a vaping experience that mirrors the “whole plant taste” as closely as possible.
Diverse Leadership: Bloom proudly stands as a company led by immigrant and minority leaders, embodying the values of the 1937 Group.
Meet Lobo Cannagar – a pioneering force in the pre-roll cannabis market, founded by the visionary duo, Eduardo Whittington and Aaron Raskin.Their dedication and innovative approach have positioned Lobo Cannagar as a leader in the industry, known for its exceptional quality and commitment to excellence. Lobo prides itself on premium hand-rolled luxury cannagars and pre-rolls.
Top-Teir Cannabis- Only the finest quality handcrafted organic cannabis products are meticulously sourced to craft Lobo pre-rolls.
Industry Pioneers: Lobo Cannagar is celebrated for its unique partnerships and production of top-tier, hand-rolled cannabis products.
Milestone Achievements: Notably, Lobo was the inaugural legal cannabis product sold at Housing Works in New York, marking a significant milestone in their journey.
More Than a Brand: Lobo Cannagar is a symbol of passion, storytelling, quality, and the art of cannabis, offering potent, flavorful products.
Commitment to Empowerment: The journey of Lobo and Raskin is a testament to minority empowerment and the reshaping of the cannabis industry into a more equitable space.
Lobo and Raskin’s journey is an ongoing narrative of minority empowerment and the reshaping of the cannabis industry into a more equitable space.
Old Pal – It’s Just Weed, Ya’ll
Old Pal is a brand that’s transforming the cannabis experience with its roots in culture, keeping it simple and centered on community. Founded by Rusty Wilenkin and Jason Osni, two former New Yorkers with backgrounds in finance and law, Old Pal stands out with its straightforward and inclusive approach to cannabis.
The Old Pal Philosophy: “It’s just weed, ya’ll” – a motto that reflects Old Pal’s commitment to an uncomplicated, honest, and inclusive cannabis experience.
The Old Pal Nostalgia Experience: Old Pal’s vision for keeping it simple is perfectly captured in its focus on three main cannabis varieties – Indica, Sativa, and Hybrid. Remember when weed was affordable and accessible between old pals? Old Pal will bring you back to those days with consistent, quality-controlled, affordable, ready-to-roll Cannabis.