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The price of everything is going up these days.

You know this if you’ve bought groceries.
You know this if you’ve filled up your gas tank.
You know this if you’ve tried to buy a car or pay for everyday necessities.

But there is one area where an increase in value is unquestionably good news:

The value of fathers.

Today, after many years of being overlooked, communities across the country are beginning to recognize the tremendous impact engaged fathers have—not only on their children, but on schools, neighborhoods, workplaces, and the overall health of a community.

When fathers are involved, children are more likely to succeed academically, demonstrate stronger emotional regulation, and avoid behavioral problems. Kids with engaged dads are more likely to graduate, find steady employment, and become responsible, contributing adults themselves.

Communities benefit, too.

When fathers are present and engaged, neighborhoods are safer. Children from father-absent homes are significantly more likely to struggle with delinquency, incarceration, substance abuse, and involvement in the foster care system. But when dads show up consistently—with structure, accountability, encouragement, and love—the trajectory of a child’s life can change dramatically.

That change impacts all of us.

Fewer children in crisis means fewer demands on courts, law enforcement, foster care, and other social service systems. Employers also benefit. Engaged fathers are often more dependable employees, more motivated providers, and stronger contributors to the workforce because they recognize the importance of stability and responsibility at home.

In other words, investing in fathers is not only the right thing to do—it is one of the smartest and most cost-effective investments a community can make.

At Good Dads, we see these transformations every day. Fathers who once felt disconnected become active, confident parents. Families become stronger. Children gain stability and hope. Communities become healthier and more resilient.

But this work is only possible because of people like you.

Your financial support helps us provide classes, mentoring, support groups, and practical resources that equip fathers to become more engaged in the lives of their children.

Would you consider making a gift today to help strengthen fathers and families in our community?

When the value of fathers goes up, everything else gets better.

Thank you for your partnership and your belief in this important work.

Sincerely,