“I’m finally free. It was a struggle for a while because when I came here, I had no patience. But I did what I needed to do and am finally off parole. I had no family, but Homeboy Industries became my family." Read More
We’re excited to share that our CEO Tom Vozzo’s new book, “The Homeboy Way” is available for purchase. About the Book: Leading with heart, authenticity and purpose, Thomas Vozzo provides a clear path to a new bottom line—including 55 rules to break—bringing the Homeboy Way to life as the perfect anecdote to the massive tidal […]
Right now, California is at a crossroads as we face compounding issues: the COVID-19 pandemic, social injustice, climate change, and homelessness, among others. Standing on the frontlines and tackling these challenges head on are the thousands of nonprofits across California that are working tirelessly to support our communities. Doing this work requires an immense amount […]
A LITTLE BIT OF KINDNESS MAKES A BIG IMPACT. On November 30th, millions of people will stand together in unity and celebrate the amazing work of nonprofit organizations like Homeboy Industries. We’d love to have you as one of the thousands of people who stand with us on GivingTuesday. Join our community of kinship in support […]
Give a gift that keeps on giving, products with a purpose! Every purchase from one of our social enterprise businesses impacts a life and supports the people of Homeboy Industries, looking to transform their lives. Shopping for loved ones isn’t always easy, but we’re here to help! We’ve put together a list of gift ideas that we know they’ll […]
We’re excited to have KTLA 5’s Frank Buckley and Vera Jimenez hosting our 12th Annual Homeboy 5K Run/Walk. This year’s event will be held on Saturday, October 2nd at 8:00 AM. Join us as we run (or walk!) in kinship with those who are often pushed to the margins! This family-fun event is one you […]
Homeboy Industries has received $15 million in funding from the State of California’s 2021-2022 budget to further develop its workforce training and reentry program in partnership with the California Workforce Development Board (CWDB). For more than 33 years, Homeboy Industries has provided comprehensive wrap around services, job training and quality jobs to formerly incarcerated and gang […]
Homeboy Industries is excited to receive a generous $50,000 gift from Deckers Brands to support our program and services. Read the full press release below. GOLETA, Calif., June 16, 2021, Deckers Brands (NYSE: DECK), a global leader in designing, marketing and distributing innovative footwear, apparel and accessories, today announced the recipients of their annual $500,000 […]
Homeboy Industries, the world’s largest reentry organization for formerly incarcerated and gang involved individuals, has received a $20 million gift from MacKenzie Scott and Dan Jewett. This transformative gift will be used to fund initiatives including establishing an operating reserve; developing supportive housing solutions for program participants; and creating more quality jobs through the expansion […]
Homeboy Industries is excited and honored to be named as one of the “Champion” organizations and included in the Super Bowl LVI Legacy Program. In its journey to Super Bowl LVI, the Los Angeles Super Bowl Host Committee (LASBHC) announced 56 community organizations selected as part of the official Super Bowl LVI Legacy Program –Champions […]
Homeboy Industries teamed up with the Office of LA Supervisor Hilda Solis and several other community partners to bring the COVID vaccine to justice-impacted community members. 125 doses of the vaccine were administered during the event. Over 15 community-based justice organizations participated in the event leading to close to 150 volunteers supporting the event. The […]
