Question 1

What is On My Grind Reentry Services?

Accepted Answer

On My Grind Reentry Services Inc. (OMG) is a California 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded in December 2018 by LV Thomas and Dawn Brooks. OMG reduces recidivism and advances economic mobility through trauma-informed workforce development, youth mentoring, and community health navigation for justice-involved and justice-adjacent residents of southern Los Angeles County.

Question 2

Where does On My Grind operate?

Accepted Answer

OMG serves Willowbrook, Compton, Long Beach, and southern Los Angeles County. The primary community-based site is in Carver Park, Willowbrook.

Question 3

What programs does OMG run?

Accepted Answer

OMG runs three participant-facing programs: Career Kickstart (workforce development), Youth Mentoring, and Community Health Navigation through the CHW SON program in partnership with Rising Communities. All programs are trauma-informed and workforce-anchored.

Question 4

Who founded On My Grind?

Accepted Answer

OMG was co-founded in December 2018 by LV Thomas, who serves as CEO, and Dawn Brooks, who serves as COO. LV holds the CVILA credential from the University of Chicago Crime Lab, CVI-100 from Urban Peace Institute, and Offender Workforce Development Specialist certification from the National Institute of Corrections. Dawn holds an MS from California State University, Long Beach and an MA from the University of Phoenix.

Question 5

What outcomes did OMG produce in 2025?

Accepted Answer

In 2025, OMG served 333 participants with 44% confirmed outcomes, including 83 college enrollments and 29 industry-recognized certifications.

Question 6

How is OMG funded?

Accepted Answer

OMG is funded through government contracts (LA County Department of Public Health, Amity Foundation), foundation grants, Medi-Cal billing for community health worker services through Pursuit Health, and individual donations.

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