Homeboy Industries

Since 1988, Homeboy Industries has provided job training and support services to formerly gang-involved and previously incarcerated individuals in Los Angeles County. Trainees in Homeboy’s 18-month program receive case management, education, and mental health services in a therapeutic environment while working at social enterprises, including Homeboy Bakery, Homegirl Café, and Homegirl Catering. Homeboy’s innovative supports, such as prison- and gang-identifying tattoo removal, have been recognized internationally. Homeboy Industries provides hope, training, and support so that their employees can become contributing members of the community―knowing they count!

Grant period: 2016