Thrive Dispensaries Award $20K To Support Veterans Facing Housing Challenges
One veteran in each state was selected through a random drawing
NORWOOD, Mass. — In recognition of Veterans Day, Thrive Dispensaries, owned and operated by MariMed Inc., awarded a total of $20,000 to four veterans as part of the company’s third annual Help on the Homefront campaign. Launched in 2024, Help on the Homefront offers eligible veterans $5,000 to be used toward rent or mortgage payments, essential home repairs, or home improvement projects.
From July through October 2026, community members were invited to participate by submitting entries on behalf of themselves or eligible veterans in four states where Thrive Dispensaries are located: Maryland, Massachusetts, Delaware, and Illinois.
One veteran in each state was selected through a random drawing. The 2026 Help on the Homefront winners are:
- Maryland: Glen Burnie resident Rachel Healy is a U.S. Navy veteran who served from 2014 to 2018 onboard the USS Higgins (DDG-76).
- Massachusetts: Middleboro resident Joshua Ferguson is an Army National Guard veteran who served from 2004 until his retirement in 2026.
- Delaware: Wilmington resident Anthony Nesbitt is a U.S. Army Signal Corps veteran who served from 2004 to 2007.
- Illinois: Salem resident Leonard Newcomb is a U.S. Army veteran who served from 2006 to 2013.
Each awardee was recognized with a ceremonial check presentation at a Thrive location in their market, providing an opportunity to share their personal stories of service and sacrifice, raise awareness of the financial and housing challenges they face, and foster meaningful connections within their local communities.
