This year is the 40th anniversary of Chrysalis in LA. In that time, they’ve helped 85,000 people with job resources and placement in and around Skid Row. John Paul was so proud to receive an award as a longtime supporter and friend of the organization.
And it was a family reunion of sorts! One of John Paul’s oldest and dearest friends, in fact the guy that gave John Paul a job when he was down and out a long time ago, surprised him by presenting the award. Thanks so much John Capra! Other friends and family joined to celebrate as well. And Bandero, John Paul’s newest tequila company, sponsored the event with Bandero and Bandero Coffee Liqueur cocktails.
John Paul spoke about his first jobs and how hard he worked when no one was looking. He talked about how success is what YOU believe you are, not what others say you are. With his lived experience of homelessness and of working hard to get where he is, we think John Paul is a wonderful inspiration and deserving recipient of this award!
