Free Fatherhood Programs in Florida
Free parenting classes, co-parenting support, and dad resources across Florida : from Miami and Orlando to Tampa, Jacksonville, and beyond.
Florida Fatherhood Programs
9 resourcesFlorida DCF : Fatherhood Programs
State AgencyStatewideFreeFlorida Department of Children and Families fatherhood programs : free parenting classes, co-parenting support, and family stability services statewide.
Florida Fatherhood Initiative (NRFC)
FederalStatewideFreeSearch all federally-funded responsible fatherhood programs in Florida.
Ounce of Prevention Fund of Florida
NonprofitStatewideFreeFlorida nonprofit providing early childhood and family support programs, including father engagement services.
Miami-Dade County : Fatherhood Programs
CountyMiamiFreeMiami-Dade County fatherhood and family support programs : search the county website for current program listings.
Healthy Families Orange County
NonprofitOrlandoFreeFree home visiting and family support services in Orange County, including father engagement programming.
211 Florida
HelplineStatewideFreeDial 2-1-1 from anywhere in Florida to find free local fatherhood programs, childcare, housing, and family support.
Florida Head Start Association
FederalStatewideFreeFind Florida Head Start programs near you : all offer free father engagement services for families with children under 5.
Florida Legal Aid
Legal AidStatewideFreeFree legal information and referrals for Florida fathers navigating custody, child support, and family law.
NRFC Florida Programs
FederalStatewideFreeSearch all federally-funded responsible fatherhood programs in Florida.
Programs by City
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Jacksonville
NRFC Locator : Jacksonville
Find federally-funded fatherhood programs in Jacksonville and Duval County.
211 Northeast Florida
Dial 2-1-1 to find free local fatherhood and family support services in Jacksonville.
Florida Head Start : Jacksonville
Find Head Start programs in Jacksonville offering free father engagement services.
Fort Lauderdale
NRFC Locator : Fort Lauderdale
Find federally-funded fatherhood programs in Fort Lauderdale and Broward County.
211 Broward County
Dial 2-1-1 to connect with free local family support services in Broward County.
Florida DCF : Fatherhood Programs
State-funded fatherhood programs available in the Fort Lauderdale area.
How to Get Started in Florida
Call 2-1-1
Dial 2-1-1 from anywhere in Florida. A specialist will connect you with free local fatherhood programs, childcare, and family support services in your area.
Use the NRFC Locator
Visit fatherhood.gov/program-map to find federally-funded responsible fatherhood programs near you.
Contact Local Head Start
Florida Head Start programs offer free father engagement services. Use the Head Start Center Locator to find the program nearest to you.
Florida Legal Resources for Dads
Florida Legal Aid
Free legal information and referrals for Florida fathers navigating custody, child support, and family law.
Florida Courts Self-Help
Free self-help resources for family law, custody, and child support from the Florida Courts.
Three Rivers Legal Services
Free civil legal services for low-income residents of North Central Florida, including family law.
Florida Child Support
Florida Department of Revenue child support services : establish paternity and modify orders.
Mental Health Support
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Crisis LineCall or text 988 anytime : free, confidential crisis support available 24/7 across Florida.
SAMHSA National Helpline
FederalFree, confidential treatment referrals for mental health and substance use : 1-800-662-4357, 24/7.
Florida Department of Children & Families : Mental Health
StateFlorida DCF mental health services : find local community mental health centers near you.
Open Path Collective
Low-CostLow-cost therapy sessions ($30–$80) with licensed therapists : available throughout Florida.