5 Resources
Father-child activities, family gym time, and parenting workshops offered through the Charleston YMCA. Programs support fathers looking to spend quality time with their kids and build parenting skills alongside other dads. Financial assistance is available so no father is turned away for inability to pay. Visit the YMCA Drive location in Charleston or call for current schedules; open early morning through evening Monday through Friday.
304-340-3527 · 100 YMCA Dr, Charleston, WV 25311
Network of statewide community action agencies offering father-engagement programs, parenting support, and wraparound services including housing, utilities, and employment assistance. Each agency serves a specific county or region; call the Charleston contact number to be routed to your local office. Bring photo ID and proof of income to intake. Open Monday through Friday and serving fathers across all 55 counties.
304-347-2277 · Charleston, WV 25301
Programs promoting father involvement alongside youth programming at Boys & Girls Club locations across West Virginia. Fathers can volunteer, participate in family nights, and access parenting resources that strengthen father-child relationships. Membership fees are typically low-cost with scholarships available. Contact the Charleston office or the national site to locate your nearest club. Programs run after school on weekdays.
304-757-0016 · Charleston, WV 25301
One-to-one mentoring program pairing adult male volunteers with youth across West Virginia, giving kids from single-parent and underserved families a positive male role model. Fathers can refer children for a Big or volunteer to mentor; intake includes background checks and training. Based in Charleston with service areas across the state. Call during business hours Monday through Friday to begin the application process.
304-345-6944 · Charleston, WV 25301
Grant-funded responsible fatherhood services administered through West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources and delivered by regional partner agencies. Programs may include parenting education, employment support, co-parenting mediation, and child-support navigation. Call the Charleston DHHR office to locate a funded partner near you. Bring photo ID and any court or child-support paperwork to intake.
304-558-0628 · 350 Capitol St, Charleston, WV 25301