For cannabis dispensaries, the right partnerships can make or break operational success. One of the most overlooked yet impactful strategies in this space is partnering with a cannabis ATM provider under a 50/50 revenue-sharing model.
This setup does more than just provide cash access for customers—it creates a steady, passive income stream while eliminating the financial and logistical burdens that come with owning or managing your own ATM.
Let’s explore how revenue-sharing ATM partnerships work, why they make sense for dispensaries, and how they can boost your bottom line without adding operational complexity.
What Is a 50/50 Revenue-Sharing ATM Model?
In a 50/50 ATM partnership, your dispensary partners with a provider like Greenstar ATM to host an ATM on-site. The machine is placed, installed, serviced, and stocked at no cost to you. Each time a customer uses the ATM and pays a surcharge (typically $2.95–$3.95), the revenue is split 50/50 between your business and the provider.
You provide the space and electricity. Greenstar handles the rest. You both earn from every transaction. This model is ideal for dispensaries that want the benefits of in-store cash access without the burden of machine ownership or maintenance.
Why It Works: Win-Win for Dispensaries and Providers
A revenue-sharing agreement aligns incentives for both parties:
- You win by generating passive income, improving customer experience, and offloading ATM logistics.
- The provider wins by operating the machine profitably while managing the equipment, vaulting, and compliance.
It’s a mutually beneficial setup that ensures the ATM stays operational, secure, and fully stocked, while you earn monthly income without lifting a finger.
Key Benefits of 50/50 Revenue-Sharing for Cannabis Retailers
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No Upfront Costs or Financial Risk
ATM ownership requires a significant investment—hardware, installation, maintenance, cash loading, compliance, and repair. With revenue-sharing, you avoid all that.
Your provider:
- Installs the machine
- Monitors it remotely
- Handles maintenance and tech support
- Vaults and stocks the ATM
- Ensures compliance with cannabis banking rules
Meanwhile, you keep half of the surcharge revenue with zero capital commitment.
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Steady Passive Income Stream
Let’s talk numbers. If your ATM sees 25 transactions per day with a $3.50 fee, that’s over $2,600/month in surcharge revenue. With a 50/50 split, your dispensary earns $1,300/month in passive income—no management required.
Even at lower volumes, this stream of income can fund:
- Store improvements
- Additional staff hours
- Community outreach programs
- Customer loyalty rewards
Over the course of a year, that revenue adds up to tens of thousands of dollars—with zero operational lift on your part.
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Improved Customer Experience
An in-store ATM provides a seamless solution for cash-dependent customers. With easy access to funds at the point of purchase, customers are:
- Less likely to leave without buying
- More likely to increase basket size
- Happier with the overall shopping experience
And because your provider handles uptime, stocking, and support, your customers get reliable access—without placing extra strain on your team.
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Zero Maintenance Headaches
With a 50/50 revenue share, the provider is incentivized to keep your ATM running at peak performance. That means:
- 24/7 system monitoring
- Proactive service and repair
- Compliance updates
- Secure transaction encryption
- Vaulting and armored cash replenishment
If your ATM goes down, it’s the provider’s problem—not yours. You don’t need to assign employees, troubleshoot hardware, or deal with banking logistics. Everything is managed for you.
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Scalable for Multi-Location Brands
Whether you operate one dispensary or manage a growing retail chain, cannabis dispensary revenue-sharing partnerships allow for consistent ATM deployment without capital investment.
Each ATM generates predictable income while providing the same seamless customer experience across all stores. You maintain brand standards and customer service levels with zero equipment overhead.
Many Greenstar clients scale their ATM footprint alongside store growth, creating a network of in-store revenue sources that generate income and reduce checkout friction at every location.
Real-World Impact: What Dispensaries Are Saying
Dispensary owners who have partnered with Greenstar under a revenue-sharing model consistently report:
- Immediate ROI from customer use within the first week
- Reduced cashier delays with in-store cash access
- Positive feedback from customers appreciating convenience
- Peace of mind from knowing the ATM is monitored and managed
For many owners, it’s one of the easiest, most profitable decisions they’ve made, especially when starting a new location or streamlining operations.
Why It’s Better Than Going It Alone
Sure, owning your own ATM means keeping 100% of the surcharge, but you also assume 100% of the risk, labor, and cost.
With revenue-sharing:
- There’s no capital risk
- You avoid cash handling and insurance issues
- There’s no learning curve
- Maintenance is hands-free
- You start earning from day one
It’s the ideal model for dispensaries that want results without responsibility.
Built-In Cannabis Compliance
Cannabis retail operates in a different financial environment than traditional businesses. Many general ATM providers don’t understand or comply with the legal complexities involved.
Greenstar’s revenue-sharing ATM programs are designed specifically for cannabis dispensaries, with:
- Cannabis-friendly merchant coding
- Compliant transaction routing
- Secure cash tracking and reporting
- State-specific regulation awareness
This ensures your ATM service is fully compliant, minimizing your exposure to banking issues, processing interruptions, or state-level audits.
What’s Included in a Greenstar ATM Partnership?
As your ATM provider, Greenstar handles everything:
- Free installation and configuration
- Vaulting and armored transport
- 24/7 uptime monitoring
- EMV-compliant equipment
- Custom branding (optional)
- Monthly revenue payouts
- Detailed transaction reports
- Flexible, transparent contracts
You get all the upside of ATM ownership—without the downside of capital expense or liability.
Getting Started Is Simple
You don’t need to jump through hoops to launch a revenue-sharing program. Here’s how it works:
Step 1: Site Evaluation
We review your store’s location, foot traffic, and state-specific regulations to ensure your site is eligible.
Step 2: Agreement Setup
We create a clear, straightforward contract outlining revenue splits, service responsibilities, and term length.
Step 3: Installation & Activation
Greenstar installs, tests, and configures the ATM to be live and operational within days.
Step 4: Start Earning
From the first transaction, you begin earning passive revenue. We handle vaulting, tech support, and reporting—you just collect your share.
Final Thoughts: Partnership Over Ownership
In cannabis, agility and risk management are everything. A 50/50 ATM revenue-sharing partnership delivers both. You get the benefits of in-store cash access, reliable support, and passive income—without investing capital, hiring extra staff, or worrying about compliance.
For many dispensary owners, it’s the perfect middle ground between leasing and ownership: high reward, low risk, and total peace of mind.
Partner with Greenstar ATM Today
Since 2008, Greenstar has helped hundreds of cannabis retailers build smarter, safer, and more profitable ATM programs—without capital outlay or operational complexity.
Ready to explore a 50/50 revenue-sharing ATM partnership?
Contact us now to learn how easy it is to get started—and start earning.
