To the Invisible Father...We see you!
Are you ready for FATHERHOOD?
Being a father has never been easy….but the Bible teaches that there are resources available to help us face this challenge. God has given us His Word, His Spirit, and one another so we don’t have to do the job alone. Our Father2Father Initiative fathers draw on these resources and become a better man, husband, father, brother characterized by integrity and good character.
Imagine……..the transforming power of fathers coming together within our community to honestly examine their lives. Families will be transformed as fathers take the courageous steps to engage in relationships, become empowered through instruction, and encouraged to live healthy, nurturing lifestyles.
Every family, neighborhood, city, state, and country need fathers to stand up and be leaders in their homes, on their jobs, in their church assembly, and in their community. Communities will be transformed as fathers identify ways to authentically let their masculinity impact the lifestyles of fathers in their circle of influence.
We provide research proven solutions to encourage, to uplift, to inspire and strengthen fatherhood by helping men engage, empower, and encourage each other to promote healthy living lifestyles. Scripture teaches that, “as iron sharpens iron, so a man sharpens another man.” Proverbs 27:17. When fathers are provided with love, guidance, direction, resources, and opportunities, they become empowered to transition into fatherhood. We do not replace the work of the church in ministering to men — we reinforce it!
The Statistics Don't Lie: Fathers Matter!
Father2Father is a resource for fathers to gain fatherhood skills from real fathers, to engage in real talk and to provide real solutions. Fathers benefit from one another, certified fatherhood facilitators and the most innovative, evidence-based fatherhood materials available. In addition, F2F offers judgement free environments, spiritual guidance, educational empowerment, community resources and lots of love and encouragement. We are a one stop shop for fatherhood development.
The Fatherhood Social Issue:
It's a commonly held belief by mothers and fathers alike that fathers are extremely important to a child's well-being. And there is plenty of research to prove it. But the fact remains that millions of families interact with human service organizations every year that are primarily mother-focused. These programs often lack the leadership, funding, resources, and staff training to be intentionally and proactively father inclusive.
We 're here to change that!
We believe that human service organizations should be more inclusive of moms and dads alike. This means training staff to ask about and involve dads in their interactions with moms who visit their centers, creating a welcoming physical environment for dads. providing resources and programs that speak to dads in their unique role as a father, and more. The Father2Father Initiative comes alongside human service organizations and communities with a strength-based approach to fatherhood engagement training, fatherhood program curricula, and other education materials to help men and the families they serve - fully realize the tremendous, positive impact involved fathers have on children and families.
Every community can benefit from increased father involvement. Lower crime rates. Lower teen pregnancy. Improved school behavior and grades. Increased family self-sufficiency. We see a brighter, more father-inclusive future for our nation's human services, communities, children, and families.
The Fatherhood Social Issue:
It's a commonly held belief by mothers and fathers alike that fathers are extremely important to a child's well-being. And there is plenty of research to prove it. But the fact remains that millions of families interact with human service organizations every year that are primarily mother-focused. These programs often lack the leadership, funding, resources, and staff training to be intentionally and proactively father inclusive.
We 're here to change that!
We believe that human service organizations should be more inclusive of moms and dads alike. This means training staff to ask about and involve dads in their interactions with moms who visit their centers, creating a welcoming physical environment for dads. providing resources and programs that speak to dads in their unique role as a father, and more. The Father2Father Initiative comes alongside human service organizations and communities with a strength-based approach to fatherhood engagement training, fatherhood program curricula, and other education materials to help men and the families they serve - fully realize the tremendous, positive impact involved fathers have on children and families.
Every community can benefit from increased father involvement. Lower crime rates. Lower teen pregnancy. Improved school behavior and grades. Increased family self-sufficiency. We see a brighter, more father-inclusive future for our nation's human services, communities, children, and families.
Program Quality Matters!
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Current & Previous Program Partners
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State Farm Correctional Center
Henrico County Partnership Richmond City Sheriff's Office The Healing Place Virginia Family & Fatherhood Initiative |
Richmond Family & Fatherhood Initiative
Mount Olivet Church New Birth Ministries Boushall Middle School Virginia Dept of Corrections |
Henrico County Sheriff's Office
Richmond City Public Schools New Canaan Intl Church Pathways Youth Build of Petersburg Communities in Schools |