

Through the Career Connect program, Bread for Life, Inc. and The Classic Center partner to give local youth paid, hands-on experience in hospitality fields like sports management, marketing, culinary arts, tourism, and event planning. Bread for Life, Inc. provides mentorship and coaching, while The Classic Center offers real-world work experience and industry education.
The collaboration between Bread for Life and The Classic Center supports their shared mission to grow Athens’ economy by training young people. The program helps 16 to 21-year-olds build skills for careers in hospitality, creating a skilled and responsible workforce.
Discover the Possibilities Waiting for You!
- Earn while you learn and work part-time, exploring exciting career opportunities.
- Hear from and chat with guest speakers in the industry.
- Job shadow and go on behind-the-scenes tours.
- Learn through hands-on training and real-world experience.
- Join fun team-building and leadership activities.
- Build skills to set you up for a successful future!
Schools Leading the Way with Bread for Life
- Athens Community Career Academy
- Cedar Shoals High School
- Clarke Central High School
- North Oconee High School
- Oconee County High School
- Foothills High School
- Oglethorpe High School