40 Tons Foundation

Direct pathways to workforce equity

Born out of the cannabis equity movement, we eliminate post-incarceration economic barriers through direct employer connections, expungement support, and sustainable career access.

100%

community focused

500+

returning citizens served

Cannabis Equity Roots

Born from advocacy and action

The 40 Tons movement began with a clear commitment: a record should not equal a lifetime sentence to poverty. We forged direct connections between employer partners, legal volunteers, and justice-impacted job seekers.

Through our signature Canna Get a Second Chance career fairs and dedicated expungement assistance, we replace stigma with tangible pathways to employment, entrepreneurship, and long-term economic stability.

Organizational Principles

Driven by six core values

Our work rests on an unyielding commitment to fairness, opportunity, and systemic economic dignity for all returning citizens.

Justice & Equity

Second Chances

Empowerment

Economic Opportunity

Dismantling systemic hurdles to ensure fair treatment and economic self-determination for impacted communities.

Believing every individual possesses untapped talent, capability, and the absolute right to rebuild their future.

Providing direct tools, expungement clinics, and educational resources for sustainable independence.

Connecting returning citizens directly with corporate hiring partners and long-term career pathways.

Build workforce equity with us

Join corporate partners, legal advocates, and community leaders driving direct economic access.