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A Support Network For Fathers By Fathers

What We Can Do for You

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One on One Services

One of our team members will regularly connect with you to provide parenting tips/education and connection to resources.

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Community Classes

Our Community Classes are a safe space for those thinking about becoming a Father, New Fathers, Experienced Fathers, Step Fathers, Grandfathers, and Guardians to find support from peers as we progress through our parenting journeys. All of our classes are FREE and open to the public. 

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Community Connections

We will connect you with resources such as legal support, food services, health services, clothing and counseling.

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Family Events

We strive to provide safe, fun, family-friendly, father centric events and activities througout the year. Please stay connected with our event calendar and social media for event announcements and updates.

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Emotional &
Social Impact

Involved Dads improve their children's overall emotional and social well-being.

Overall
Well-being

Children with involved dads are less likely to be mistreated

Infant

Health

Infant death within the first 28 days of life is four times higher for those with absent fathers than those with involved fathers.

Father

Factor

Adolescent/Teen boys who live with their dads are less likely to carry guns and deal drugs.

Encouragement, comfort, advice. Whatever help our participants need, the Fatherhood Network is always here to provide. We are a diverse group of people sharing common experiences and concerns with one another.

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Kevin Lavender Jr., proud father of three, founded the Fatherhood Network in 2015 to support and empower fathers by fostering community connections and access to resources.
He is also serving as the current Executive Director.

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"This program has helped me to understand my son better, so I can continue to care for him in a better way."​

- T. Whisman

Program Participant

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Contact Info

P.O. Box 20451

Kalamazoo, MI 49019

269-261-0814

info@fatherhoodnetwork.org

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Contact Info

A fiscally sponsored project of

Stara Collaborative

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