Homeboy Industries
Financial Strategy
In partnership with Homeboy Industries leadership team, board of directors and social enterprise organization, we developed the financial operating model for the Feed HOPE program. Conceptualized and brought to life by the Homeboys and Homegirls in-house, the program focuses on the preparation and delivery of nourishing meals for homebound seniors, at risk youth, and anyone who has been negatively impacted by the health crisis. It has been inspiring to see how Homeboy Industries built a new commercial food operation specifically to serve others in kinship as an immediate response to the crisis. Partnering with local government entities and tech companies, Feed HOPE has been serving more than 10,000 meals a week.
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“Lauren showed much passion for Feed HOPE and kept the balancing act alive between the reality of business to make a profit and the need to help people on the margin needing food, jobs and purpose. We were impressed by Lauren's knowledge and her ability to clearly visualize both the problem and the future outcome. She is a team player driven to achieve the best results through strategic planning and we are extremely pleased with the results of her work.”
— John CUsenza | Homeboy Industries Board of Directors