About GMCS
Affiliations & Partners
GMCS does not operate alone. Our work is strengthened by formal affiliations, trusted referral partners, and the professional networks our leadership brings to the table.
Built on Trusted Relationships
Every affiliation and partnership GMCS maintains is chosen deliberately — because it advances our mission to educate, advocate, and expand equitable access to medical cannabis for Georgians. We hold ourselves and our partners to the same standard: patients first, always.
Formal Affiliations
- Nonprofit Accountability
Candid (formerly GuideStar) — Gold Seal of Transparency
GMCS is a proud recipient of the Candid Gold Seal of Transparency — the nonprofit sector's most recognized symbol of openness and accountability. The Gold Seal signifies that GMCS has shared comprehensive information about our mission, programs, leadership, and finances with the public. Donors and patients can verify our standing and review our nonprofit profile directly on the Candid platform.
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Americans for Safe Access (ASA)
GMCS is a proud state affiliate of Americans for Safe Access — the nation's largest organization of patients, medical professionals, scientists, and concerned citizens promoting safe and legal access to cannabis for therapeutic use and research. Our ASA affiliation reflects our shared commitment to evidence-based advocacy, patient rights, and ethical organizational conduct.
Learn more about ASA
Referral & Service Partners
GMCS maintains referral relationships with vetted service providers to help patients access the care and resources they need. These partnerships are disclosed transparently and do not influence our educational content.
- Telehealth Referral Partner
Veriheal
Veriheal is a telehealth platform that connects patients with licensed physicians for medical cannabis evaluations. GMCS maintains a referral relationship with Veriheal to help qualifying Georgians access certified providers conveniently and affordably. Our referral link includes a GMCS-specific code; GMCS may receive a referral fee. This relationship does not affect our educational content or advocacy positions.
Referral fees may apply. GMCS's educational content and advocacy positions are independent of this relationship.
Leadership & Network Affiliations
Our board members and program directors bring deep ties to allied organizations across the veterans, patient advocacy, and cannabis education communities. These connections extend GMCS's reach and credibility.
Minorities for Medical Marijuana (M4MM)
Stanley "CanniMedic" Atkins II — Georgia Chapter President
M4MM is a national nonprofit dedicated to ensuring that communities of color are included in the legal cannabis industry and have equitable access to medical cannabis. Stanley's leadership of the Georgia chapter directly informs GMCS's equity-focused advocacy.
Learn about M4MMVeterans for Cannabis
Stanley "CanniMedic" Atkins II — Educator
Veterans for Cannabis advocates for veterans' access to medical cannabis as an alternative to opioids and other pharmaceuticals. Stanley's educator role with this organization strengthens GMCS's Veterans Service program.
Learn about Veterans for Cannabis420 Doulas
Kristina Flores — Founder
420 Doulas is an organization at the intersection of maternal health and cannabis advocacy, supporting patients and families navigating cannabis use during pregnancy and postpartum. Kristina's founding role informs GMCS's community health and patient education work.
The Good Medic LLC
Stanley "CanniMedic" Atkins II — CEO
The Good Medic LLC is a cannabis healthcare education company led by Stanley Atkins II. Its work in patient and provider education complements GMCS's Compassion in Practice and Veterans Service programs.
Become a Partner
GMCS welcomes partnerships with organizations that share our commitment to patient education, equitable access, and evidence-based advocacy. If your organization is interested in collaborating, sponsoring a program, or establishing a referral relationship, we'd love to hear from you.