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About Fatherhood Programs for Fathers
Fatherhood programs in the US are funded through the federal Office of Family Assistance (OFA) under the Responsible Fatherhood grant program and through state and local initiatives. Programs typically focus on three areas: healthy marriage and relationship skills, responsible parenting, and economic stability (employment and financial literacy). Services often include peer support groups, one-on-one mentoring, job training, help navigating child support, and reentry support for formerly incarcerated fathers. Organizations like the National Fatherhood Initiative (NFI) and Fathers' Rights Movement operate nationally; most states also have dedicated fatherhood coalitions and faith-based organizations running local programs. This directory includes federally-funded Healthy Marriage and Responsible Fatherhood (HMRF) grantees, state fatherhood coalitions, and community-based mentorship programs — all open to dads regardless of custody status.
10 Resources
1. Nebraska Fatherhood Initiative – DHHS — Free
State fatherhood efforts run through the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services promoting responsible fatherhood, father-child engagement, and family stability. Call the Centennial Mall South office in Lincoln weekdays to learn about community partners, workshops, and co-parenting supports near you. Fathers can also request information on visitation programs, paternity establishment, and healthy relationship resources statewide.
402-471-9272 · 301 Centennial Mall S, Lincoln, NE 68509 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website
2. National Fatherhood Initiative – NE Partners — Free
National nonprofit partnering with Nebraska-based agencies to deliver evidence-based fatherhood curricula like 24/7 Dad and InsideOut Dad. Fathers can use the directory to find local partner sites offering classes, peer groups, and father-child activities across the state. Call the national office weekdays to ask about Nebraska programs, or visit the website for program finders, free articles, and downloadable parenting resources.
301-948-0599 · Mon-Fri 9am-5pm · Visit Website
3. Urban League of Nebraska – Fatherhood — Free
Omaha nonprofit offering father engagement programming, workforce readiness, and family support focused on the African American community and other underserved residents. The Lake Street office runs fatherhood classes, employment coaching, and community events during weekday business hours. Call for enrollment, program schedules, and eligibility. Bring photo ID and basic family information to your first visit to speed intake.
402-451-0920 · 3040 Lake St, Omaha, NE 68111 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website
4. YMCA of Greater Omaha – Father Programs — Free
Family YMCA branches across Omaha host father-child activity nights, parenting workshops, and recreational programming designed to strengthen father involvement. The downtown location on South 20th Street offers early-morning to late-evening hours most weekdays. Scholarships and reduced memberships are available for qualifying fathers; call to apply. Bring photo ID and proof of income when applying for financial assistance.
402-341-9622 · 430 S 20th St, Omaha, NE 68102 · Mon-Fri 5:30am-9pm · Visit Website
5. Boys Town – Father Engagement — Free
Boys Town's Nebraska headquarters runs family strengthening, parenting education, and father engagement programming grounded in its decades of child and family research. Fathers can call the Crawford Street campus during weekday business hours to ask about on-site workshops, in-home family services, and community partnerships. Services are delivered at low or no cost and can complement court-ordered parenting programs.
402-498-1300 · 14100 Crawford St, Boys Town, NE 68010 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website
6. Boys & Girls Clubs of Omaha – Dads — Free
Omaha-area Boys & Girls Clubs run programs and events that actively promote father involvement in their children's afterschool experience, including dads' nights, mentoring moments, and volunteer opportunities. The North 35th Avenue office coordinates programming weekday afternoons. Call to ask how fathers can enroll kids, volunteer, or join dad-focused events. Sliding-scale membership fees apply; scholarships available.
402-561-9560 · 1225 N 35th Ave, Omaha, NE 68131 · Mon-Fri after school · Visit Website
7. Heartland Family Service – Dads Program — Free
Omaha nonprofit running father support groups, parenting education, and co-parenting coaching alongside its broader behavioral health and housing services. The South 42nd Street office offers dads programming weekdays. Call to enroll or ask about current group schedules. Services are free or sliding-scale for qualifying fathers. Bring photo ID and basic household information to your first appointment to streamline intake.
402-553-3000 · 2101 S 42nd St, Omaha, NE 68105 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website
8. Community Action of Nebraska – Fatherhood — Free
Statewide association of community action agencies delivering anti-poverty programs including fatherhood, responsible parenting, and workforce support across Nebraska's counties. The Lincoln office weekdays can connect fathers to the nearest local community action agency offering father classes, job help, and family supports. Call for referrals and to screen eligibility based on household income and location.
402-471-3714 · Lincoln, NE 68509 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm
9. YMCA of Lincoln – Father-Child Programs — Free
Lincoln-area YMCA branches host father-child bonding activities, family fitness programs, and parenting workshops in addition to the facility's pools, gyms, and youth sports. The downtown P Street branch runs programming from early morning to late evening weekdays. Membership scholarships and reduced rates are available for qualifying fathers; call to apply. Bring photo ID and proof of income when applying for financial aid.
402-434-9222 · 1039 P St, Lincoln, NE 68508 · Mon-Fri 5:30am-9pm · Visit Website
10. Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Midlands — Free
Omaha-based mentoring nonprofit pairing screened adult volunteers with youth ages 6-18 across eastern Nebraska and western Iowa, providing positive adult role models. Fathers can enroll their children, volunteer as mentors, or ask about programs supporting families after separation. The North 90th Street office takes applications weekdays. Background checks and an interview are required for mentor applicants.
402-934-7711 · 1000 N 90th St, Omaha, NE 68114 · Mon-Fri 8:30am-5pm