8 Resources
State agency coordinating Maryland's responsible fatherhood initiatives, connecting fathers statewide with parenting classes, employment support, child support navigation, and family strengthening resources. Partners with local Departments of Social Services and community-based providers in all 24 jurisdictions. Fathers can call or visit their local DSS office for referrals; bring photo ID and, if applicable, any child support or custody paperwork. Services are generally free for Maryland residents.
410-767-7109 · 311 W Saratoga St, Baltimore, MD 21201
Baltimore nonprofit empowering fathers and families through workforce development, responsible fatherhood programs, family stability services, and policy advocacy. Operates cohort-based programs combining job training, parenting education, and case management for low-income Baltimore-area fathers. Participants typically commit to a multi-week program with free services including transportation support. Intake is by phone or in-person; bring photo ID and any child support or court paperwork if relevant.
410-367-5691 · 2201 N Monroe St, Baltimore, MD 21217
Provides fatherhood engagement, workforce development, and family strengthening programs for fathers in the Baltimore area. Combines job readiness, parenting education, and case management to help dads improve employment, navigate child support, and strengthen relationships with their children. Services are free for income-eligible Baltimore-area fathers. Intake is typically by phone or in person; bring photo ID, any child support paperwork, and a resume if available to begin the program.
410-523-8150 · 512 Orchard St, Baltimore, MD 21201
Statewide nonprofit supporting early childhood and family engagement through Maryland's network of family support centers. Many affiliated centers include father engagement components with parenting classes, peer groups, and family activities. Services are free and open to any Maryland parent with young children. Families can visit the organization's website to find the nearest family support center and call directly for enrollment; bring photo ID and any available child documentation.
410-659-7701 · 1001 Eastern Ave, 2nd Floor, Baltimore, MD 21202
Father involvement component of Baltimore's Healthy Start program, supporting new dads with parenting education, home visits, peer groups, and connections to employment and benefits. Serves expectant and new fathers in targeted Baltimore City neighborhoods, often alongside the mother's Healthy Start enrollment. Services are free and typically enrolled by referral from the mother's program or community providers. Bring photo ID and, if available, documentation like a birth certificate or pregnancy verification.
410-396-3623 · 1001 E Fayette St, Baltimore, MD 21202
Baltimore workforce development program with a dedicated fatherhood track that combines intensive job readiness training, parenting skills, financial literacy, and case management. Cohort-based and typically free for income-eligible Baltimore-area fathers. Participants commit to a multi-week program and receive job placement support after graduation. Intake is by phone or walk-in; bring photo ID, Social Security card, and any child support paperwork or resume if available.
410-327-2610 · 2502 St Paul St, Baltimore, MD 21218
Youth mentoring program matching adult volunteers with children ages 6-17 across the Baltimore-Washington region, with ongoing recruitment of male mentors to serve kids who have requested a Big Brother. Free for families; mentor and child are matched based on interests and location, and typically meet a few times a month. Families apply online or by phone and complete an intake interview. Mentors undergo background checks and training before being matched with a Little.
410-243-4000 · 3600 Clipper Mill Rd, Suite 250, Baltimore, MD 21211
Baltimore nonprofit providing family support services including parent education, in-home visiting, child abuse prevention, and father engagement programs. Offers the Parents Anonymous support group statewide and classes in positive parenting. Most services are free for eligible Maryland families, funded through state and foundation grants. Intake is by phone; bring photo ID and any documentation related to the referral such as child welfare paperwork or a Department of Social Services letter.
410-889-2300 · 2108 N Charles St, Baltimore, MD 21218