WEST DES MOINES, Iowa — Bud & Mary’s celebrated the conclusion of its partnership campaign with Can Play, an Iowa and Missouri nonprofit dedicated to inclusive and adaptive programming, with a catered community event and ceremonial check presentation on Monday, July 28, at the Racoon River Nature Lodge in West Des Moines, Iowa. The $10,000 donation marks the final phase of Bud & Mary’s support for Can Play’s mission to expand play opportunities for youth of all abilities and backgrounds. Attendees enjoyed breakfast items purchased from locally owned bakery, Cha Cha’s Hiland Bakery, run by an Iowa medical cannabis patient Ed Kirkman, bringing the company’s values of local investment and patient support full circle.
About Bud & Mary’s
Bud & Mary’s takes a science-driven approach to crafting premium cannabis products designed for every individual. From best-selling BATCH vape cartridges to innovative water-soluble TheMyx powder and wellness-focused brands Become and NUO, every product is developed with care, precision, and an unwavering commitment to quality. Locally grown and rigorously tested, Bud & Mary’s products meet the highest standards of safety, consistency, and excellence. The company’s products are available in Colorado, Michigan, Iowa, and Missouri.
About Can Play
Can Play is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in Des Moines, Iowa, committed to removing barriers to play by providing adapted and no-cost sports and recreation programs. The organization’s mission is to ensure individuals of all abilities and backgrounds have access to inclusive recreational opportunities. Through Opportunity Programs, Can Play offers no-cost sports and recreation activities for children from low socioeconomic households. Adapted Programs cater to children and adults with physical, cognitive, or emotional disabilities, as well as those with chronic health conditions. Serving approximately 9,000 participants annually, Can Play is expanding its impact through its Adapted Licensing Program, bringing these inclusive programs to communities across Iowa, Missouri and beyond. With new initiatives already underway in Liberty and Maryville, Can Play continues to foster inclusion, community, and the joy of play, empowering individuals to reach their full potential both on and off the field.
