YMCA of Natrona County — Father Programs

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.

Fatherhood Programs in Wyoming

Wyoming district courts hear family matters across its 23 counties and nine judicial districts. The Child Support Services Program operates under DFS. Cheyenne, Casper, Laramie, and Gillette are the largest cities. Legal Aid of Wyoming is the statewide LSC-funded civil legal aid program.

More Fatherhood Programs in Wyoming

• National Fatherhood Initiative — Wyoming — The National Fatherhood Initiative provides evidence-based curricula and resources supporting father engagement across all 50 states, includ
• Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Wyoming — Dad Events — Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Wyoming in Casper hosts father-child engagement events, game nights, and family activities designed to strengt
• Wyoming Community Action Partnership — Family Programs — Wyoming Community Action Partnership delivers fatherhood education, parenting classes, and family strengthening programs across the state, t
• Responsible Fatherhood Wyoming — Casper — Responsible Fatherhood Wyoming in Casper offers workshops on financial responsibility, parenting skills, co-parenting communication, and emp
• Wyoming Dads on Duty — Cheyenne Schools — Wyoming Dads on Duty is a volunteer program that places fathers and father figures in Cheyenne schools to provide positive male presence, sa
• Boys Town Wyoming — Father Resources — Boys Town operates a 24/7 national helpline with crisis counselors and referral specialists who connect Wyoming fathers to local resources f

Fatherhood Programs — Common Questions

What do fatherhood programs actually do?

Most combine peer support groups, parenting skill workshops, help navigating child support and custody, job training or placement, and — for fathers involved in the justice system — reentry services. Programs run 6–16 weeks typically, and most are free.

Who can join? Do I need custody?

Most fatherhood programs serve any dad regardless of custody status, marital status, or whether children live with them. Many specifically serve non-custodial fathers and fathers coming out of incarceration. A small number focus on specific populations (teen dads, reentry, veterans).

Are there programs for fathers who lost custody?

Yes. Programs like National Fatherhood Initiative's InsideOut Dad, Father Friendly Check-up-affiliated organizations, and many faith-based programs specifically support dads rebuilding relationships with kids after separation or incarceration.

How do fatherhood programs help with child support?

Many run 'Fatherhood Fridays' or similar collaborations with child support agencies that provide modifications for reduced income, arrears reduction for program completion, or bridge-the-gap job placements to help dads get current on orders.