ATLANTA - GeorgiaChron -- Get ready for an inspiring morning on at Bobby Dodd Institute's (BDI) 23rd annual flagship fundraising event, Breakfast with Champions. This exciting event gathers friends and passionate supporters to fuel BDI's mission of empowering people with disabilities to maximize their potential—creating more employment opportunities and driving economic growth. The event will take place on Thursday, March 20, at 8:00 AM EST at the Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre, 2800 Cobb Galleria Pkwy, Atlanta, GA 30339. A virtual livestream is available for those who cannot attend the event in person.

BDI partners, sponsors, friends, and staff will honor four "Luminary of the Year" recipients – individuals and companies who have made an extraordinary contribution to empowering and employing people with disabilities.

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Martha Haythorn is a rising star in the Georgia disability community. She is a Georgia Tech EXCEL Program graduate, and a Fellow of the Georgia LEND Program. Martha works as a programmer at the Decatur Family YMCA of the USA and was recently appointed to the Georgia Council on Developmental Disabilities.

Special Kneads and Treats are a Christian family-owned bakery in Lawrenceville, GA, that provides job opportunities for adults with disabilities and birthday cakes to families facing financial challenges.

Bill Allen is a member of the BDI team providing mailroom services at Atlanta's IRS office. Bill has earned accolades for his positive attitude and strong work ethic.

Pomona Organic has strongly committed to advancing its partnership with BDI to expand its business and create more employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities.

Register for Breakfast with Champions 2025 (https://bobbydodd.org/breakfast-with-champions/)