National Fatherhood Initiative

08/27/2026

💪Strong communities build stronger families.

🚀 What happens when leaders across a community come together around a shared vision for father involvement?
NFI’s Community Mobilization Approach™ (CMA) helps communities assess their needs, bring leaders from 11 sectors together, and turn insights into a coordinated action plan for fatherhood.

From assessment to action, CMA provides a roadmap for building a community-wide fatherhood initiative.
Learn more: Community Mobilization Approach™: https://hubs.ly/Q04vzq7_0

Empower community fatherhood initiatives through NFI's Community Mobilization Approach. Assess, mobilize, and unite for sustainable community change. Trusted by thousands since 1994.

08/26/2026

Involved dads are good for moms, too!

Discover the benefits of father involvement during pregnancy and in raising children in this infographic from National Fatherhood Initiative®.

Download this resource, share it, and find more: https://hubs.ly/Q04vrlDk0

08/25/2026

Is your organization truly prepared to engage fathers across your entire network?

The Father-Readiness Network Assessment™ (FRNA) helps agencies and organizations look beyond individual programs to understand how father inclusion is supported across their network.

The assessment examines four key areas: Leadership, Organizational Development, Program Development, and Community Engagement.

With data, findings, and recommendations, organizations can identify where they are doing well, where gaps exist, and what steps can help strengthen father engagement.

For communities working to become more intentionally and proactively father-inclusive, knowing where you stand is an important first step.

Learn more: Father-Readiness Network Assessment™: https://hubs.ly/Q04vfFVb0

Empower your father-inclusive initiatives with NFI's Father Readiness Network Assessment. Assess and unite for sustainable change. Trusted by thousands since 1994.

08/25/2026

What is toxic masculinity, and how can it impact fatherhood?

NFI President Christopher A. Brown shares his perspective on the topic and what it can mean for fathers.

🎥 Watch the video below!

08/24/2026

👨 How father-friendly is your organization?

Looking for a quick way to check? The Father Friendly Quick Check™ is a shorter version of NFI’s full Father Friendly Check-Up™ and takes 10 minutes or less to complete.

It’s a great starting point for organizations and agencies looking to better understand how father-friendly their practices are and identify opportunities for improvement.

Take the Father Friendly Quick Check™ today:
https://hubs.ly/Q04v3VGn0

08/21/2026

What happens when a child grows up without a father in their life?

The pain of father absence can leave a lasting impact—sometimes described as the “father wound.” In this video, NFI President Christopher Brown explains what the father wound is, how father absence can affect individuals, and why understanding this experience matters for those who work with children and families.

Watch Dad Central Podcast clip below!

08/21/2026

As you plan your upcoming Head Start and Early Head Start activities, make sure father engagement is part of the plan.

Our Head Start Bundle gives practitioners a collection of father-focused resources that can be used throughout your programming to encourage fathers to be more involved in their children’s lives.

A simple way to add father-inclusive resources to your fall programming plans.

Explore the Head Start Bundle: https://hubs.ly/Q04tD6QT0

08/20/2026

🍂 Planning your fall programs and grant proposals? Don’t forget the data.

Father Facts™ 9 is a valuable research resource for organizations working to strengthen father involvement and promote father-inclusive practices. Now 25% off!

With 370+ new entries and 21 new chapters and sections, Father Facts™ 9 brings together research on the benefits of father involvement and the impacts of father absence.

Use it this fall to:
• Strengthen grant proposals with research and data
• Support your organization’s work with fathers
• Build the case for father-inclusive efforts
• Inform presentations, staff development, and community outreach

As you plan your fall programming and funding opportunities, make sure your work is backed by evidence.
👉 Explore Father Facts™ 9: https://hubs.ly/Q04tvcwf0

The ultimate reference manual for anyone passionate about promoting father involvement and advocating for father-inclusive initiatives!

08/19/2026

🤔 What outcomes can NFI fatherhood programs achieve?

📝 Research on National Fatherhood Initiative® programs shows positive outcomes for fathers and families—including improvements in parenting knowledge and skills, father-child involvement, co-parenting, and confidence in the fathering role.

Explore the outcomes of NFI programs:
👉 https://hubs.ly/Q04tj1rG0

08/18/2026

🚀 For practitioners working with dads, our Quick Confidence Build provides a simple tool to spark meaningful conversations about the beliefs, values, and expectations that can influence fathering.

Use this activity to help fathers:
• Explore how culture has shaped their approach to fathering
• Recognize positive and negative influences
• Reflect on beliefs that may affect their relationships with their children
• Identify opportunities to grow as fathers

This resource is designed for fatherhood programs, group sessions, or one-on-one work with dads.

👉 Read the full activity and download the free PDF: https://www.fatherhood.org/championing-fatherhood/cultures-impact-on-fathering

Explore practical activities to enhance fathering confidence in this 10-part series, designed for group or one-on-one settings, fostering better fathering habits.