Provides classes and family activities that support parents as their children's first teachers. Works to strengthen families and engage the ability of all parents to provide an environment that supports the healthy development of their child. Current classes and events vary; call for information. Services may include: - Dad and child programs - Home visits - Information on community resources - Parent-child activities - Parent discussion groups - Play and learn activities for children - Programs for non-English language learners - Single parent program - Special events for the entire family - Referrals for childhood screenings - Workshops on specific topics

Educational program for men who have used violence in relationships to help men to critically examine their actions, reflect on possible changes, and take informed actions to live a life free from violence.

ECFE works to strengthen families and engage the ability of all parents to provide an environment that supports the healthy development of their child. Services may include: - Book and toy lending library - Early childhood screening for children ages 3 - 5 - Dad and child programs - Home visits - Information on community resources - Parent-child activities - Parent discussion groups - Play and learn activities for children - Programs for non-English language learners - Special events for the entire family - School readiness program for children ages 3 1/2 - 4 - Single parent program - Workshops on specific topics

Confidential client advocacy, support services, and post-abortion support including: - Adoption information - Free pregnancy tests available - Post-abortive Bible Study - Forgiven and Set Free - Postnatal and life skill classes - Baby clothing, items, furnishings as available (through the Incentive program) and maternity clothing to persons in need Developing as Dads (DAD): - educational program for dads providing information on parenting skills, rights and responsibilities as a father, peer counseling, and information and referrals

ECFE works to strengthen families and engage the ability of all parents to provide an environment that supports the healthy development of their child. Class schedules change throughout the year and may include: - Parent-child activities - Parent discussion groups - Play and learn activities for children - Home visits - Special events for the entire family - Book and toy lending library - Information on community resources - Programs for non-English language learners - Workshops on specific topics - School readiness program for children ages 3 1/2 - 4 - Early childhood screening for children ages 3 - 5 - Dad and child programs - Single parent program

Year-round, six week program for young fathers, fathers-to-be, and adolescent masculine youth. Young men meet with mentors from the community to discuss fatherhood, caretaking roles, personal character growth, and supporting families and community.

ECFE is a parenting education program for all Minnesota families with children between the ages of birth to Kindergarten entrance. Learning opportunities through ECFE may occur in a variety of settings, such as the families' homes, district or community sites, and online parenting education and support. Programming and education services often include parents/caregivers and children but may just include parents/caregivers. Classes and special events are planned to be enjoyable learning experiences for both parents and children together. Classes usually meet once a week for 90 minutes during the fall, winter, and spring sessions. A typical ECFE class begins with a "parent-child time," where parents and children participate in fun learning activities together. Families join together for a circle time to enjoy songs and finger plays. Parents later join a parenting discussion by a parent educator while children continue their play with an early childhood teacher in the children's classroom. Works to strengthen families and engage the ability of all parents to provide an environment that supports the healthy development of their child. Services may include: - Parent-child activities - Parent discussion groups - Play and learn activities for children - Home visits - Special events for the entire family - Book and toy lending library - Information on community resources - Programs for non-English language learners - Workshops on specific topics - School readiness program for children age 3 1/2 - 4 - Early childhood screening for children ages 3 - 5 - Dad and child programs - Single parent program

Offers one-on-one life coaching from certified male life coaches, fatherhood groups, and parenting courses at no cost to clients. Helps fathers raise awareness, increase confidence, and create action to meet personal and professional goals. Parenting classes consist of self-care, parenting skills, and relationship skills. Meetings are conducted via Zoom for The Good Father Group. Email for more information.

Assists fathers in overcoming the barriers that prevent them from supporting their children economically and emotionally. Weekly parenting groups offer parenting skills and fathers receive support from other peer fathers in similar circumstances. Additionally, the Father Project offers 1:1 advocacy and case management, and access to services including: - Child support - Education and GED - Employment - Family activities - Legal service

Services for dads to help them support their children financially, emotionally and physically including: - Case management services - Parenting skills classes - Child support services - Father and family activities - Employment services - General Educational Development (GED) services/education - Legal services for paternity, custody and child support issues

ECFE is a parenting education program for all Minnesota families with children between the ages of birth - Kindergarten entrance. Learning opportunities through ECFE may occur in a variety of settings, such as the families' homes, district or community sites, and online parenting education and support. Programming and education services often include parents/caregivers and children but may just include parents/caregivers. Works to strengthen families and engage the ability of all parents to provide an environment that supports the healthy development of their child. Services may include: - Parent-child activities - Parent discussion groups - Play and learn activities for children - Home visits - Special events for the entire family - Book and toy lending library - Information on community resources - Programs for non-English language learners - Workshops on specific topics - School readiness program for children ages 3 1/2 - 4 - Early childhood screening for children ages 3 - 5 - Dad and child programs - Single parent program

Confidential client advocacy, support services, and post-abortion support including: - Adoption information - Free pregnancy tests available - Post-abortive Bible Study - Forgiven and Set Free - Postnatal and life skill classes - Baby clothing, items, furnishings as available (through the Incentive program) and maternity clothing to persons in need Developing as Dads (DAD): - educational program for dads providing information on parenting skills, rights and responsibilities as a father, peer counseling, and information and referrals

Family Services: - Bimaadiziwin Mikana (The Path of Life): Parent mentor program designed around healing and connecting families with community and elders. While focusing on traditional cultural lifeways, resiliency, and strengths, positive Indian parenting values are incorporated into the program. - Ombi'Ayaa Anishinabe Ininiiwug (Rise Up Original Men): Provides a place for American Indian men who want to practice spiritual, cultural, and intergenerational engagement. Activities include: - Cultural events, including sugar bush and ricing - Men's softball and basketball recreational leagues - Traditional ceremonies, including sweat lodge - Weekly father & men's group and weekly drumming group - Thinica Owichakiyapi Thipi (Helping the Homeless Build): - For individuals and families experiencing homelessness and who are not currently in housing or have not found housing: Provides resources and support for those experiencing homelessness. Services may include assisting the client with housing search assistance, tenant education, budgeting assistance, life skills training/coaching, etc. - For individuals and families experiencing homelessness or on the verge of becoming homeless that are currently in housing or have found housing: If eligible Family Homelessness Prevention and Assistance Program - FHPAP may help with rent, security deposit, utilities, and utility deposit assistance. - Note: Funding comes from a variety of sources including the Family Homeless Prevention and Assistance Program - FHPAP as well as others. Youth Services: - Waaban Ogimaawag (Tomorrow's Leaders): Provides youth with an opportunity to become engaged in traditional American Indian service learning. Also provides tutoring to American Indian youth on diverse subject areas, including test preparation, skill building, and success strategies.

Program includes three houses (9 single occupancy bedrooms) in the Lincoln Park neighborhood for individuals and families committed to pursuing long-term housing solutions. Participants should require little supervision, seeking to establish financial stability, develop goals and actively work to maintain housing. Focuses on those who identify as Black, Indigenous, or a Person of Color. Additionally, emphasizes on fathers and father-figures facing challenges not only in securing housing, but also in overcoming obstacles related to parenting.

Confidential client advocacy, support services, and post-abortion support including: - Adoption information - Free pregnancy tests available - Post-abortive Bible Study - Forgiven and Set Free - Postnatal and life skill classes - Baby clothing, items, furnishings as available (through the Incentive program) and maternity clothing to persons in need Developing as Dads (DAD): - educational program for dads providing information on parenting skills, rights and responsibilities as a father, peer counseling, and information and referrals