Testimonials

Following are just a few testimonials from organizations who have received Capacity-Building grants and worked with National Fatherhood Initiative to improve the well-being of children by increasing the proportion of children growing up with involved, responsible, and committed fathers.

What our Awardees are Saying

"Today was another one of the most incredible days of my life. It was a pleasure meeting Ron Clark [NFI Director of Community-Based Programming] and his wife Lisa. The information that our organization has gained from being selected by the Capacity Building Grant has absolutely been life changing; we are ready, willing and able to go to another level."
Sheila Parker, 2009 Awardee

"I am so excited, I just had to let you know. I conducted my first fatherhood class using the InsideOut Dad’s curriculum. I have never worked in the jail system before and did not know what to expect. I only had 6 dads come to the first class, but it was great. At first, they were quiet and did not really open up, but after we started talking, things picked up. I am so geared up for the next session. I just want to thank all of you for this opportunity to make a difference for fathers and their children. Again, thank you so much!"
Ricky Honaker, 2009 Awardee

"I wanted to let you know the news that our fatherhood program has just been awarded a 4 year grant at $90,000 per year from the New Mexico Children, Youth and Families Department! Thank you and all the NFI staff so very much for your support and technical assistance helping us to get up to capacity in order to be able to receive such funding."
Crispin Clarke, 2009 Awardee

"Through this grant and accompanying strategic plan we have infused our agency, community and state with a heightened awareness of the critical role a dad play s in the lives of his children. We thank you!"
Sue Dyer, 2009 Awardee

"I’d just like to say that I believe that NFI and the Capacity-Building Initiative has really taken the lead on fatherhood in America, and we are honored to have been a recipient and to work with you all in addressing this issue in Nebraska. You’ve provided us with phenomenal resource materials and curriculum."
Gregg Nicklas, 2008 Awardee

Share Your Own Story

If you are a past awardee who has a compelling story or testimonial, we encourage you to share with us.  Please send it to capacitybuilding@fatherhood.org.