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Crime-Preventing Bistro Programs

San Francisco's Old Skool Cafe Employs At-Risk Youth

— May 23, 2012 — Social Good
Old Skool Cafe (OSC) is a faith-based, youth-run fine dining supper club in San Francisco with a view to providing career opportunities and a supportive environment to at-risk, previously incarcerated and foster care young people aged 16 to 22. The restaurant boasts a 1940s-theme, provides intensive mentoring, personal and professional development, as well as providing paid youth apprenticeships for at-risk youth likely having trouble finding comparable employment.

Acting as chefs, waiters and entertainers, the faith-based program is said to specifically designed to offering positive, solid alternatives to a life of poverty and crime. The Old Skool Cafe program also has a goal of connecting with other local organizations, businesses and churches to create a "web of support" for young people.

If you are interested in supporting the Old Skool Cafe program but won't be in the San Francisco area anytime soon, you can get involved by making a donation on their website.

Contact Information
Old Skool Cafe website
Old Skool Cafe on Facebook
Old Skool Cafe on Twitter
Trend Themes
1. Youth Empowerment Programs - Creating fine dining supper clubs and mentoring programs to provide career opportunities and support at-risk youth.
2. Alternative Employment Initiatives - Developing paid apprenticeships and job opportunities for previously incarcerated and foster care youth to prevent them from falling into a life of crime.
3. Collaborative Support Networks - Creating partnerships and connections with local organizations, businesses, and churches to offer a comprehensive support system for at-risk young people.
Industry Implications
1. Restaurant Industry - Incorporating youth-run fine dining supper clubs and mentorship programs to empower and provide employment opportunities for at-risk youth.
2. Nonprofit Sector - Supporting programs like Old Skool Cafe that focus on youth development and crime prevention through donations and partnerships.
3. Social Services - Collaborating with youth-centric organizations to offer mentorship and employment opportunities for at-risk youth to support their personal and professional growth.
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