[PRESS RELEASE] – CASSELBERRY, Fla., July 8, 2026 – As America celebrates its 250th Anniversary, Veterans Cannabis Care (VCC), a Florida-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to improving veterans’ quality of life by providing free access to the Florida medical cannabis program, has announced the launch of its "250 Veterans. 250 Years." initiative, a statewide effort that will provide free medical cannabis card evaluations to 250 Florida veterans.
Beginning Aug. 1, the initiative will take place over an eight-week period through a series of events hosted in partnership with Eden Curated Cannabis and Marijuana Express M.D. Events are expected to take place in Sarasota, Tampa, Orlando, Cocoa Beach and Casselberry. The program will cover 100% of the costs associated with obtaining a medical cannabis card, removing a significant barrier to access for veterans seeking alternative health care options.
The initiative was intentionally designed around the nation's historic milestone, with one veteran being honored for each year of American independence.
"For 250 years, generations of Americans have answered the call to serve this country," VCC founder Robb Harmon said. "As we celebrate this historic anniversary, we wanted to find a meaningful way to give back to the men and women who defended the freedoms we enjoy today. Helping 250 Veterans access medical cannabis is our way of honoring their service while supporting their health and well-being."
The initiative builds upon VCC's ongoing efforts to improve medical cannabis access for veterans. Since its founding, the organization has helped cover the costs of more than 1,000 medical cannabis cards for veterans, many of whom face financial barriers, lack of education, transportation challenges, stigma or limitations associated with traditional health care systems.
Veterans commonly seek medical cannabis support for conditions including post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), chronic pain, sleep disorders, anxiety and other service-related health concerns.
Demand for veteran-focused cannabis access programs continues to grow. VCC maintains a waiting list of veterans seeking assistance and expects all 250 available spots to be filled throughout the eight-week campaign.
Funding for the initiative is being provided by VCC through a partnership with Eden Curated Cannabis and Marijuana Express M.D., which have collectively committed more than $19,000 to cover the costs associated with obtaining medical marijuana cards for participating veterans.
"Veterans have given everything for this country, and too many come home without access to care that actually helps them," said Nelson Junco, head of operations of Eden Florida. "Supporting this program was an easy decision. We've seen what cannabis can do for pain, sleep and PTSD, and we want every veteran who needs that option to have it."
VCC is actively seeking additional sponsors, donors and community partners to support veteran health care access. Additional funding would allow the organization to expand future programs and reach more veterans.
"Success isn't just filling 250 spots," Harmon said. "Success is creating a movement that ensures veterans have access to the support and resources they deserve. If we can help 250 veterans this year and bring in new partners, we can help even more in the years ahead."
Veterans interested in participating can find registration details at: https://www.veteranscannabiscare.org/250for250/
