Generous supporters help formerly gang-involved men and women transform their lives with free services, programs and job training in social enterprises.
Homeboy provides job training positions and free social services for formerly gang involved and previously incarcerated men and women. Each client is assigned a Case Manager on day one who helps them set a goal plan that may include: obtaining a high school diploma or GED, a course of action for release from parole or probation, and a general game plan for needed services, classes, and skills in order to find outside employment.
Many of our Homeboys and Homegirls arrive into young adulthood with no support system and absent families. When these young men and women teeter in their stability, Homeboy is often called on to serve as “parent.”
What we want to provide our clients at Homeboy is a supportive community, a sense of family and a place where they come to help find their strengths, learn job skills, get an education, learn new life skills, and become contributing members to their families and communities.
Life at Homeboy begins for our trainees with work in the maintenance department. During the course of their time at Homeboy, trainees move from maintenance to a vocational skill-building position in one of our six social enterprises, or an administrative position in our program headquarters.
Daily activities for the “homies” (our trainees) might include attending a class such as Computer Basics, Bridge to College, Building Healthy Relationships, Anger Management, or Parenting, and perhaps having a one-on-one appointment with a mental health counselor and a tattoo removal session.
Daily life starts each morning at Homeboy with morning meeting, where every staff member joins to hear the agenda for the day, share successes, and preview upcoming events. This meeting is closed with the “thought of the day,” a small piece of wisdom or inspiration from one of our trainees or staff to help us keep on track for the day.
Homeboy Industries provides hope, training, and support to formerly gang-involved and previously incarcerated men and women, allowing them to redirect their lives and become contributing members of our community.
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HOMEBOY INDUSTRIES' PRODUCTS WITH A PURPOSE
Bakery
The first of Homeboy’s social enterprises, the Bakery is a training ground for aspiring bakers. Supplying fresh breads, pastries and specialty goods to the walk-up counter at Homegirl Café, Homeboy Farmers Markets and restaurants throughout Los Angeles, the bakery is a place where former enemies bake bread side by side, learning the science behind their skills. [email protected].
Homegirl Cafe & Catering
A favorite farm-to-table breakfast and lunch spot featuring Latino flavors with a healthy, contemporary twist where homegirls serve tables instead of serving time. Homegirl offers an extensive training program empowering women and men to undertake what is often their first “real job” in the restaurant industry and urban farming. As trainees learn to grow, prep, and serve local and organic food, they grow in self-un-derstanding and prepare themselves to serve as leaders in their families and communities. Homegirl offers a full catering service, [email protected].
Silkscreen & Embroidery
With more than 30 years in the business serving thousands of clients, Homeboy's Silkscreen & Embroidery has also trained over 500 men and women. The team offers expert screen printing and embroidering and assists clients with specialty promotional items such as coffee mugs, commuter cups, pens and much more. Customers gain satisfaction in supporting a social enterprise that supports individuals seeking hope and positive change in their lives. Connect with our experienced staff for large or small orders: [email protected]
Merchandise
The retail store in our headquarters showcases Homeboy and Homegirl logo products. Stop by for t-shirts, tote bags, mugs, books and much more. The store serves as an excellent customer service training incubator for our clients. Order online, www.homeboyindustries.org or direct inquiries to
[email protected].
Diner at City Hall
A casual dining spot where our trainees serve the public and those who keep the city humming! Check it out on the second floor at City Hall.
Farmers Markets
Homeboy's baked goods are now available at more than 20 local markets across the city. Our teams of trainees bring fresh baked bread, pastries, cookies, and other goods to neighborhood farmers markets in Los Angeles. To find a market near you, please visit www.homeboyindustries.org/what-we-do/homeboy-farmers-markets.
Food Truck
The Homeboy Industries Food Truck is the tenth business to launch since the organization was founded by Father Greg Boyle in 1988. It will feature a variety of Homeboy’s food products including 7 types of chilaquiles, 5 tacos, sandwiches, and pastry selections from Homeboy Bakery. Breakfast and lunch will be available at set locations throughout Greater Los Angeles and for private catering events. It is operated by a staff manager and trainees who are graduates of Homeboy’s 18-month program. This is the first of what could eventually be many Homeboy Industries Food Trucks throughout greater LA. Visit homeboyindustries.org/homeboytruck for more info.
