5 Resources
State agency administering federally funded responsible fatherhood initiatives connecting fathers with parenting classes, employment support, and co-parenting resources. Virginia DSS partners with local organizations to deliver fatherhood programming across the state. Programs are often free and open to fathers of all backgrounds. Contact your local DSS office or call the state number to find fatherhood programs near you. Federally funded programs focus on strengthening father-child relationships.
804-726-7000 · 801 E Main St, Richmond, VA 23219
Offers fatherhood engagement and family strengthening programs in greater Richmond including workforce development, job placement, financial literacy, and parenting skills education for fathers. Programs are designed to strengthen fathers' connections with their children and families. Services may be available at low or no cost for qualifying participants. Contact the Richmond Urban League to learn about current fatherhood program enrollment and eligibility requirements.
804-649-8407 · 2501 Chamberlayne Ave, Richmond, VA 23222
Partners with community organizations to deliver fatherhood and family stability services including job training, financial literacy, and parenting education for fathers across Central and Coastal Virginia. Programs are often available at no cost to participants through grant funding. Located in Richmond with services extending throughout the region. Contact the main office or visit the website to find current fatherhood programming and enrollment opportunities near you.
804-745-6300 · 6301 Midlothian Tpke, Richmond, VA 23225
Statewide home visiting program supporting new fathers and mothers with parenting skills, child development education, and family strengthening from prenatal through age five. Certified family support specialists visit families at home to provide guidance, connect them to community resources, and support healthy parent-child bonding. Services are free and voluntary. Contact the Richmond office to find a Healthy Families Virginia program in your area of the state.
804-649-0184 · 701 E Franklin St, Suite 1412, Richmond, VA 23219
Community coalition promoting responsible fatherhood in the Richmond metro area through parenting workshops, peer support groups, and community events connecting fathers with one another and with resources. The coalition coordinates with local organizations to provide holistic support for fathers navigating parenting, employment, and family relationships. Visit the website or contact via the online form to learn about upcoming events and how to get involved in Richmond.