Introducing
Fatherhood Initiative
Our Mission Statement
To build a culture of fatherhood—one that recognizes the vital role fathers play in the life of a child and the broader community.
Our Why
1 in 4
Children are raised in a fatherless home and/or have no contact with their father. We must decrease the number of children in fatherless homes (nearly 30,000,000 kids) and increase the amount of fathers and father figures throughout our society.
Future Fathers
Young men are constantly faced with challenges culturally, mentally, and emotionally. When young men have the resources to make responsible choices and realize their potential, they will create a bright future for themselves, their community, and their future family.
63% of Youth Suicides
71% of high school dropouts, and 90% of homeless and runaway children come from fatherless homes. These statistics could be drastically changed by helping fathers & father figures be present in the life of their children and realize how important they are in society.
Culture & Society
Our lives are constantly influenced by what is on our phones, the latest trends, celebrities, our cultures, and so much more. We believe that our culture can be changed to recognize the importance of being good citizens, family members, and of course, DADS!
Fathers & Father Figures
Whether it’s a new dad, step dad, dad of 5, or any other father figure; they need support and encouragement. Providing fathers with the necessary tools and resources can help them be more involved in their marriage, family, and community.
Underlying Problems
Fatherless homes are one of the major underlying problems faced in our society. We believe that if we increase the amount of positive male role models, we will also see a decrease in gun violence, crime, suicide, dropouts, and homelessness.
Our Methods
Programs
Father Figures Program
Helpline
Our Fatherhood Helpline is a resource for all father figures in their search for support, help, and guidance. We provide resources, partnerships, and inspiration to help them succeed.
Community Engagement
Through volunteering, events, and community involvement, we help dads stay connected in their community. Things such as a daddy daughter hair day, youth sports coaching, & speaking engagements designed for dads.
Round Table Discussions
These small-group discussions will provide father figures with the opportunity to discuss questions, learn from others, and problem solve.
Podcast & Social
In our search for cultural change, we value our presence on social media and our biweekly podcast for fathers. We know that constant and positive influence will help fathers in their day to day life.
Future Fathers Program
Education
We will hold seminars, events, and courses to help young men make responsible choices. This will include sex education, planning for the future, drug and alcohol free lifestyles, and more!
Inspiration & Guidance
Cultural change is key with young men and the culture that surrounds them. We will utilize social media, text & email campaigns, and influential people to help promote a more responsible lifestyle for young men.
Community Engagement
Helping young men realize the importance of volunteering, giving back, and being good examples is one of our top priorities. We will partner with local schools and organizations to create these opportunities.
Events
Dads & Kids
We will hold events that help fathers and their children engage in meaningful activities. For example, we have done “Daddy Daughter” hair days, where dads learned from professional hairstylists on how to style their daughters hair. Contact us to host an event!
Fundraisers
We host fun and meaningful fundraisers that involve families and communities in order to raise funds for our cause. 3x3 basketball & golf tournaments, food events, online campaigns and more! To us, fundraising is just another way to get communities involved!
Speaking Engagements
We aim to host a wide variety of events and activities to teach people all of all ages and backgrounds about the importance of fatherhood. We make the case for fatherhood by presenting facts, real-life stories, and motivation for both current and future fathers.
& More
We want to partner with companies, communities, and schools to create opportunities for fathers, father figures, or young men to grow and learn. If you have an idea for an event please contact us today!
Culture
Social Media
As we continue to grow, social media will play a significant role in our success. We connect through multiple social media outlets, helping us reach a vast audience. It only takes one click to follow our page and receive more information and influence. Connect with us on every platform you have and spread the word.
Influential People
Our society has no shortage of successful, famous, and influential dads—but they get little recognition for the vital role they play as fathers. We want to change that by providing a platform for influential father figures in our society. Whether they be sports stars, actors, or musicians, we want to highlight how important fatherhood is to them.
Merchandise
One way we promote fatherhood is through our merchandise. The power and influence of apparel has been proven by many nonprofits, companies, and brands. Our merchandise provides a way for you to support and promote fatherhood through your every day style. All proceeds go directly to furthering our mission.
Building a Culture
It takes all of us to build a culture of responsible fatherhood. How can we change the statistics mentioned at the beginning of this overview? They’ll change with supporting current father figures, helping young men make responsible decisions, and shedding consistent light on positive male role models. It’s a cultural change that starts with you.