2nd Annual Covenant House Job Fair

Our Club partnered with Covenant House of Georgia to plan and host a career fair for the residents of Covenant House. Covenant House of Georgia is a homeless shelter and life-skills program to bring homeless teens off of the streets and onto a more positive, self-sufficient path for their lives. We were successful in identifying 7 employers to attend including Coca Cola, Ritz-Carlton, Costco, Cunningham HVAC, Goodwill, Hartsfield-Jackson Airport Hospitality, and First Step Staffing. Fifty teen residents of Covenant House participated with enthusiasm! Lanier Clothing donated 25 men's suits for youth to have and prepare for job interviews. Participants received assistance with resume preparation and interview skills prior to the event. Brookhaven Rotary members donated professional clothing items to help the teens feel more polished and confident. We were also in attendance at the event to lend support, encouragement, and coaching. Employers in attendance commented that it was one of the best job fairs they had attended, adding that "participants were attentive and excited about the opportunities".

Overall, this project was a success and a truly rewarding experience for all involved. Approx. 9 individuals were connected with jobs as a result of this effort. This is an important step to self sufficiency. We hope to make it an annual event.