Meet Calyxeum! Calyxeum is the first loan recipient of the Wyld x NuProject loan partnership. Wyld partnered with NuProject to provide money for their loan program in support of historically excluded cannabis entrepreneurs.
Calyxeum, a Black women-owned cannabis company in Michigan, embodies resilience, innovation, and a commitment to community. They offer premium, responsibly cultivated cannabis products.
Not only does Calyxeum serve cannabis consumers, but in their desire to serve their community, they created a 501(c)3, Calyxeum Catalyst. Through this nonprofit initiative they drive meaningful change and create lasting waves of progress in the community. Their work is focused on creating lasting change and fostering growth in underserved areas, with key efforts that include:
- Sponsoring playground renovations and community beautification projects to create safer, more vibrant spaces for all residents.
- Offering mentorship for after-school programs and organizing educational workshops for seniors and veterans, ensuring lifelong learning opportunities.
- Launching initiatives to train and support social equity entrepreneurs in pursuing careers within the cannabis industry, promoting inclusive economic growth.
- Educating the community on the medicinal benefits of cannabis and promoting safe consumption practices to empower informed choices.
- Through its commitment to empowering residents and investing in the revitalization of urban areas like Detroit, Lansing, and Kalamazoo.
For more on Calyxeum, visit their website at www.calyxeum.com and follow them on instagram @calyxeum_detroit
