Last month in Cincinnati’s Northside neighborhood, the team from Therapy Cannabis did a different kind of “weed work” than they are used to—getting their hands dirty for a service day in their new community. Recently opened in Northside, Therapy’s employees gathered at St. Boniface School for a volunteer day dedicated to cleaning up the grounds and creating a safer, more welcoming environment for local students.
Northside’s Newest Neighbors: Therapy Cannabis
For Cole Clark, a member of the Therapy Cannabis team, the event was a natural extension of the company’s connection to the neighborhood.
“I love how close we are to the Northside community. Everybody here is so nice and welcoming to us,” Clark shared. “It’s cool that we’re able to give back to them. And I love my little team — I feel like we have the best team. I get to come to work with my friends every day. I love it.”
Volunteers came from both inside and outside the company, united by a shared belief in the power of service. Elizabeth Reese, a passionate advocate for cannabis reform, had this to say:
“I am a firm believer that cannabis can be a powerful force for good in the world. I’m really pleased to be able to come out and prove that to some people, because it’s something not enough people are aware of.”
Event Called Non-Employees to Support, Too!
Even some volunteers not affiliated with Therapy Cannabis felt called to support. Sam DeVries noted:
“I just think it’s important to get out in your community and volunteer. I’m glad to see a small business getting out and doing their thing — getting dirty, literally — and giving back.”
For Shawnda Rice, the motivation was simple but deeply meaningful:
“It’s good karma to do something for others, because it always comes back to you.”
And for Jamie Murphy, Therapy’s general manager, the day was about creating a tangible difference for kids at the school:
“I just always like to do things that make me feel good at the end of the day. Doing something that could help the kids enjoy their school day even more — without having to worry about trash or unsafe stuff in the playground — that’s worth it. Anything we can do to add positivity to the community.”
Building Bridges in the Community
The volunteer day at St. Boniface School wasn’t just about cleaning up. It was about building bridges between a small business, a neighborhood, and the next generation. By showing up with care, laughter, and hard work, Therapy Cannabis and their friends demonstrated that community service can be one of the most effective ways to challenge stereotypes, foster goodwill, and create real change.
Therapy Cannabis recently opened its doors to both medical patients and adult-use consumers in the Northside neighborhood. Murphy organized this event to show the community that they are excited to be a vital part of the Northside business district and give back in an impactful way. The team has plans to continue volunteering with the local schools and helping out where they are needed.
Therapy Cannabis Open Now in Northside
Therapy Cannabis is located at 3934 Spring Grove Ave, Cincinnati and is open Monday–Friday 9 a.m.–9 p.m. and Sundays 11 a.m.–9 p.m. Orders can be placed online at www.therapycannabis.com.
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