The City is currently not processing any new loan applications due to lack of staff and funding. City staff anticipates that the Special Activity Permits Division will be fully staffed by the fall of 2024, at which point City staff will examine whether enough loan repayments have been made to support the issuance of new loans.
EQUITY LOAN & GRANT PROGRAMS
LOAN PROGRAM
GRANT PROGRAM
The City of Oakland's Special Activity Permits Division is now processing loans and grants for cannabis equity applicants in house. Below please find a list of current and upcoming grants opportunities for equity applicants:
Current:
Upcoming:
- Go-Biz 5 Grant Program (anticipated launch=summer 2024)