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August 16, 2021, 06:10 PST

 

LOS ANGELES, Aug. 16, 2021 -- On Saturday, August 21, Homeboy Industries will team up with local clothing brand LOW END to present and sell #HOMEBOYSTREETWEAR at Union Station DTLA. This event will raise awareness and funds for Homeboy’s rehabilitation and reentry program for former gang members and incarcerated people.

 

The streetwear collection caters to people of

various incomes. With pieces ranging from

$10-$200, shoppers can contribute to the

fundraiser to the extent in which they are able

to.

 

Along with clothing available to purchase,

there will be interactive activities for all ages.

Attendees can bring a blank white T-shirt to get

screen-printed with Homeboy’s logo for $5

each. Additionally, attendees can learn

about Homeboy and the history of gangs and

incarceration in Los Angeles  through their

virtual stations set up around the room. Local

bands live music food will be provided by local

restaurant Cielito Lindo.

 

All proceeds from the event will go directly towards Homeboy Industries’ programs and resources provided for former gang members and incarcerated people. “We anticipate that this event will contribute to community unification and education,” says Mercedes Martinez, a community activist on Homeboy’s board of directors. “With the help of local businesses and brands, we envision this event providing resources and opportunities to those without hope.”

 

The event will take place 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 800 N Alameda St, Los Angeles, CA 90012, Union Station, the central train station of Los Angeles. Entering from Union Station West, the event will be on the left of the ticket concourse. No entry fee required.

 

For more information, visit: Homeboy Events. 

 

ABOUT HOMEBOY INDUSTRIES:

Founded in East Los Angeles and now having inspired over 250 chapters worldwide, Homeboy Industries has the largest rehabilitation and reentry program for former gang members and incarcerated people in the world. Providing educational, health, legal, and workforce assistance, Homeboy aims to provide hope and opportunities to clientele. For more information, please visit: https://homeboyindustries.org. 

 

For sponsorship opportunities or further inquiries, please contact a Homeboy Industries representative at info@homeboyindustries.org. 

 

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