Valor in Action: Veterans Lunch & Learn

Join Vertical Veterans Inc. and the Georgia Medical Cannabis Society (GMCS) for an empowering Lunch & Learn & Fellowship dedicated to veterans’ health, healing, and access. Free lunch provided by our food sponsor, plus FREE medical cannabis cards for the first 20 veterans who register and attend!

Valor in Action: Veterans Lunch & LearnEmpowering Veterans Through Compassion, Education, and AccessThis event is hosted by Vertical Veterans Inc. and presented by the Georgia Medical Cannabis Society (GMCS)—both nonprofits dedicated to improving the lives of veterans through compassion, advocacy, and education.The Valor in Action series connects veterans with wellness resources, medical cannabis education, and pathways to recovery through holistic care. This recurring Lunch & Learn series will rotate across Georgia, empowering communities one veteran at a time.

• Complimentary Lunch (Provided by Food Sponsor)

• Free Medical Cannabis Cards for the first 20 registered veterans

• Topics covering PTSD, pain management, and mental health

• Networking with advocates and community partners

• Georgia’s Low THC Oil Program and how to apply

• Veterans’ rights and card eligibility

• Cannabis and mental health care for veterans

• Advocacy, community support, and reform

Veteran Admission – FREE (includes lunch, education session, and eligibility for medical card sponsorship)

Sponsor Ticket – $25 and Up (supports card sponsorships for veterans through GMCS Partners in Compassion Program)

Help us expand this mission statewide! Sponsors are recognized at each event and on promotional materials.Email Partnerships@georgiamcs.org for levels and partnership opportunities.

Food Sponsor: TBA— Providing nourishing meals that feed both body and purpose.

Vertical Veterans Inc. is a veteran-founded nonprofit organization based in Fayetteville, GA, dedicated to helping service members reintegrate into civilian life with strength, pride, and purpose.Mission: 'To help more veterans return home standing strong, proud, and vertical.'Services:• Peer mentoring and counseling• Reintegration and workforce support• Community outreach• PTSD and mental wellness programsContact:Email: [email protected]: @verticalveterans

Info: Start the day connecting with community partners and veteran-focused organizations. Explore tables offering educational materials, wellness support, and advocacy resources.

Info: Join Angela S. Weston, MBA, MS, MSCT, Co-Founder and Director of Education at the Georgia Medical Cannabis Society, for an engaging presentation on Wellness, Education, and Access for Veterans.
Learn about holistic healing options, Georgia’s evolving medical cannabis landscape, and how advocacy can improve veteran health outcomes.

Info: Enjoy complimentary meals provided for veterans courtesy of community sponsors and partners.

Info: Join Vertical Veterans and the Georgia Medical Cannabis Society’s Pressure Squad for a collaborative conversation on advocacy, civic engagement, and continued support for those who’ve served.

This interactive session will explore how advocacy extends beyond cannabis reform — into healthcare, community resources, and policy awareness that directly affect veterans and their families.

Hear insights on medical cannabis and veterans’ wellness, learn practical ways to get involved in civic efforts, and share your voice during this open Q&A designed to inspire action, unity, and continued care for Georgia’s veteran community.

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