Compassion Program

Compassion is our standard.

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11,225
Units donated in 2025
123
Compassion retail partners
$168,000
Value of donated products in 2025
How it works

Our commitment to compassion

At the core of our mission is a commitment to positively impacting the lives of those facing health challenges. We understand the unique needs of patients and the potential benefits that RSO may offer in alleviating symptoms and enhancing overall well-being.

The law

What is SB-34?

SB-34 (the Dennis Peron and Brownie Mary Act) allows licensed California cannabis businesses to donate free medicinal cannabis to qualified medical patients — either directly (by a retailer) or through donations from licensees to retailers for subsequent donation to patients.

Who qualifies

Eligibility

Qualified medical cannabis patients in California — and their caregivers.

Under SB-34, compassion products may only be donated to qualified medical patients. You qualify if you have either of the following:

  • A current physician’s recommendation for medical cannabis, or
  • A state Medical Marijuana Identification Card (MMIC/MMID)

Caregivers may pick up on a patient’s behalf with documentation showing they are that patient’s caregiver.

Don’t have a recommendation yet? See how to get one below — it takes about 30 minutes.

What to bring
  • Physician recommendation + a government-issued photo ID, or
  • MMIC/MMID card + a government-issued photo ID
  • Caregivers: documentation that you are the patient’s caregiver + your photo ID (the store may request additional proof)
  • Some retailers ask for a medical diagnosis to better help them assist you in their compassion program
How the program works
We donate free monthly inventory to our partner retailers, who distribute it to walk-in patients. Each retailer manages its own compassion program and purchase limits independently, so call ahead to confirm availability and the store’s specific protocol.
Program compliance disclosure
  • Products are donated in accordance with SB-34 and may only be distributed to qualified medical patients.
  • Donations are not for resale and cannot be exchanged or transferred.
  • Availability may vary by location and supply.
  • Participating retailers reserve the right to establish additional verification procedures consistent with state law.
  • All cannabis products are laboratory tested in compliance with California regulations.
Step one

Get your medical card

Need a Doctor’s Recommendation?

We’ve partnered with Dr. Weedy to make the process simple and fast:

  • Telehealth appointments available immediately
  • Cost: $40
  • Time to complete: Approximately 30 minutes
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What to expect
Once you begin the process, you’ll be guided step-by-step through your virtual consultation.
Paperwork
Please have your diagnosis paperwork available during your telehealth appointment, as the doctor may request to review it.
Where we are

Premier Compassion Partners: Our California Walk-In Locations

Bring your recommendation or MMIC and a photo ID — see what to bring. Each store runs its own program, so call ahead to confirm availability.

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Proud partners

Beyond retail access, we’re proud to support community partners doing meaningful work, including:

Weed For Warriors

Weed For Warriors Project is a social justice lifestyle brand supporting holistic rehabilitation for veterans through community-based projects, proactive care advocacy, cannabis education and compassion. WFWP urges change for the empowerment of the people.

High Fives Foundation

High Fives Foundation works to prevent life-changing injuries in outdoor action sports and provides recovery resources for athletes facing serious injuries.

Ridgeline Pediatrics

Ridgeline is dedicated to the mission of providing children and adults with complex medical needs exceptional, quality care in a social and loving environment. They offer community, connection and play, along with an amazing team of skilled medical staff. For many families, Ridgeline is their child’s home away from home.

Through our premier California retail partnerships we provide: free monthly inventory to ensure a consistent supply of medicine for walk-in patients. Since each retailer manages their own program and purchase limits independently, we recommend calling ahead to confirm availability and specific store protocols.
Our mission
Patient stories

Testimonials

“
The staff at Emerald Bay have been so wonderful to our family. They are devoted to the development of specific products needed and outreach to our community of disabled individuals. Our son’s disorder drastically affects his ability to sleep, purposeful body movements, and oxygen saturation and after just one dose of the high concentrated CBD RSO developed by Emerald Bay we noticed an immediate difference. We couldn’t believe the improvement in our son and his doctors were impressed with the results as well. The staff are there to answer any questions, problem solve and offer feedback for his specific situation. The staff are knowledgeable and helpful, they truly understand the difficulties we face. We are so grateful for everyone at Emerald Bay.
— CBD RSO · Compassion Program Patient
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I am so grateful for the Emerald Bay RSO donation. The RSO helps me get through the day. A syringe is so easy to utilize or apply. I have been seeing Emerald Bay products at many more dispensaries in the Central Valley. I highly recommend Emerald Bay products to family and friends. The benefits of not smoking are so beneficial. Thanks again for taking the time and energy to help people like me. I am open to trying other strains or CBD treatments that Emerald Bay may provide as donations.
— CBD Syringe · Compassion Program Patient

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