More than 1,000 Homeboy Industries donors, trainees and staff gathered in downtown Los Angeles on March 25 for the organization’s annual Lo Maximo Awards Dinner.

(photo courtesy of Homeboy Industries)

The event was held at JW Marriott at L.A. Live. Stakeholders of the organization were recognized for their contributions to help carry out Homeboy Industries’ mission.

Homeboy Industries provides training and support to formerly incarcerated and gang-involved men and women. They receive access to services such as tattoo removal, anger management and parenting classes. Participants can also get full-time employment after completing an 18-month program.

Homeboy Industries has also announced Ed Flynn as its new chief development officer.

Homeboy Industries is located at 130 W. Bruno St. For information, visit homeboyindustries.org.