4 Resources
State Family and Social Services Administration coordinates responsible fatherhood initiatives connecting Indiana fathers with parenting education, employment support, child support navigation, and healthy relationship programming. Dads can call FSSA or visit the Indianapolis office for referrals to local grantee organizations across the state. Free and open to fathers regardless of custody status or income. Bring a photo ID to intake appointments.
317-233-4690 · 402 W Washington St, Indianapolis, IN 46204
Indianapolis nonprofit dedicated to strengthening families by empowering fathers through parenting education, employment training, personal development, and child support navigation. Dads can enroll in cohort-based programs or access one-on-one case management. Bring a photo ID, Social Security number, and any existing court orders or child support paperwork to intake. Programs are generally free thanks to public grants and private funders.
317-921-5935 · 2835 N Illinois St, Indianapolis, IN 46208
Provides workforce development and family support services including fatherhood engagement through career training, financial coaching, and wraparound supports. Dads can enroll in Nurse-Family Partnership-style home visiting programs where eligible or access employment programs at Indianapolis locations. Bring photo ID, Social Security number, and proof of address to intake. Most programs are free to qualifying participants.
317-524-4313 · 1635 W Michigan St, Indianapolis, IN 46222
Mentoring program matching adult male role models with youth across central Indiana. Offers community-based and site-based mentoring for children needing a positive male influence. Dads facing custody limitations can also refer their children for a Big Brother. Call to apply as a mentor or enroll a child. Bring a photo ID and, for enrolling children, the child's birth certificate and proof of guardianship.
317-921-2201 · 3901 N Meridian St, Indianapolis, IN 46208