Fathers' UpLift, Inc.

11/06/2025

11/04/2025

Dear family and friends,

We arr proud to share Connected Fathers: Reading, Reflecting, and Raising—a powerful story time series hosted by our friends at the Vital Village Network.

This is more than reading books with your child. It’s about building connection, sharing reflection, and supporting the emotional and social well-being of both caregiver and child.

📅 Dates: November 5, 12, 19, 20
🕕 Time: 6:00–8:00 PM
📍 Location: Global Ministries Christian Church 670 Washington Street, Dorchester, MA 02124

✅ Free dinner
✅ MBTA/gas cards
✅ Curated book kits to take home

This is open to fathers, uncles, grandfathers, and male mentors with children ages 0–8.

Let’s build stronger families—one story at a time.

~ Fathers’ UpLift

11/03/2025

We are honored to be recognized by the 7 Principles Foundation in at this year’s Annual Men of Honor event. In celebration of Mr. Evans Nwankwo—this year’s Man of Honor—Fathers' UpLift has received a generous $5,000 donation made in his name.

This award is a tribute to the power and promise of African American men, and we are proud to continue uplifting fathers and families in that spirit. Our team, along with a group of incredible fathers, will be representing us at the official event this month to accept this honor on behalf of our entire community.

Thank you to the 7 Principles Foundation and Abercrombie Group, LLC for this meaningful recognition. Cincinnati has embraced our mission, and we’re excited about the work ahead in partnership with organizations making real change on the ground.

~ Fathers' UpLift

10/30/2025

Bring your little ghosts, goblins, and superheroes to Fathers’ UpLift this Friday, October 31st from 1PM – 5PM for an afternoon of sweet fun and community connection!

12 Southern Ave, Dorchester, MA 02124

Costumes are encouraged (smiles required!) — come for the candy, stay for the community. 🍭✨

Let’s make this Halloween one to remember!

~ Fathers' UpLift

10/27/2025

Need Health Insurance? We Got You Covered.

MassHealth Open Enrollment is almost here:
🗓 November 1, 2025 – January 23, 2026

If you need health insurance—or need to update your current plan—Fathers’ UpLift is here to help.

We have a certified MassHealth Navigator on site, ready to walk you through the process.

✅ Enroll in health insurance
✅ Ask questions about your coverage
✅ Get one-on-one help, right at our office

You don’t need to be in our programs to get this support. If you—or someone you know—needs help, reach out.

Contact Samantha Allen at our location or call 617-708-0870 to book an appointment or learn more.

Let’s make sure every father and every family in our community has access to the care they deserve.

~ Fathers' UpLift

10/24/2025

Hello, Fathers’ UpLift Family!

We’re thrilled to invite you to a special conversation on October 29, 2025, from 7:00–8:00 PM.

In honor of Let’s Talk Month, we are partnering with the Campaign for Adolescent Power & Potential** to explore how emotional intelligence can enhance our roles as fathers. I’ll be sharing the space with some incredible men, and we want you to be a part of this important discussion!

Let’s come together and deepen our understanding of fatherhood!

10/17/2025

We’re opening up a powerful conversation on leadership, resilience, and the future of Black men and boys in America. As an organization headed by Black nonprofit leaders, we believe in showing up with transparency and heart—and we’re inviting you to stand with us.

📍 In-Person: TSNE, 89 South Street, Ste 700, Boston, MA 02111
📝 Registration: https://lnkd.in/exWxGJUP
💻 Virtual: Tune in here or join us on Zoom
🔗 https://lnkd.in/eY23Aj-m

What to Expect:

Lessons from our leadership journey in today’s political climate
The experience of our founders as a Black couple serving fathers, children, and families
Our shared vision for the future

We hope to see many of you in person to connect, say hello, and engage in this important conversation.

With gratitude,

The Fathers’ UpLift Team

10/11/2025

Join us for our Annual Meeting + Continuing Education Kickoff 🎉
We’re bringing the team together to reflect, recharge, and refocus for the year ahead. Expect important updates, shared wins, fresh training opportunities, and space to connect with your colleagues.

Why come?
Because growth doesn’t happen in isolation—and neither does impact.

🗓️ Date: November 6 - 7
📍 Location: TSNE Center, 89 South Street, Suite 700, Boston, MA 02111

🎓 CE sessions: Kick off right after the meeting!

Let’s start the year strong—together. We can’t wait to see you there! 💪🏽

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10/11/2025

We’re honored to share that Fathers’ UpLift is featured in the Philanthropy Roundtable’s Mental Health Playbook.

This spotlight recognizes our work supporting fathers as they navigate the challenges of mental health, intergenerational trauma, and fatherhood—helping them heal, grow, and show up for their families.

Thank you to the Philanthropy Roundtable for including us in this important resource. We're proud to stand alongside other organizations committed to innovative, community-driven mental health solutions.

📘 Read the full feature here: https://www.philanthropyroundtable.org/resource/fathers-uplift-inc/

Fathers' UpLift has empowered over 16,000 program participants since its inception and achieved a remarkable milestone with no participants reoffending in 2024. Our clinician licensure passage rate for our social work and mental health counseling interns in the United States exceeds 70%.

09/25/2025

Today, our co-founder, Dr. Charles Clayton Daniels Jr. will be presenting, "Fathers' UpLift: Pioneering Mental Health Support for Fathers" in Alexandria, Virginia, to 115 Healthy Start Grantees!

For those unfamiliar, Healthy Start focuses on improving health outcomes for women, infants, and children in communities that face serious challenges, including high infant mortality rates.

We can't wait for him to share insights from years of experience providing mental health care to fathers and their families. We are sending our heartfelt thanks to Healthy Start and NICHQ - National Institute for Children's Health Quality for extending the opportunity for him to join the conversation about .

With appreciation,

09/22/2025

Join Us for Fathers’ UpLift’s Annual Meeting

As an organization led by Black nonprofit leaders navigating today’s political climate, transparency is essential. On November 6th, we will open our doors—and our hearts—as our cofounders, Dr. Charles Daniels and Samantha Daniels, share:

(1) What they’ve learned leading a nonprofit under this administration
(2) Their journey as a Black couple serving primarily Black and Brown fathers, children, and families
(3) Their vision and path forward in the work of mental health, healing, and family strengthening

We invite you to stand with us in this conversation about resilience, leadership, and the future of fatherhood in America.

📍 In-person registration: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/annual-meeting-serving-black-men-boys-under-the-current-administration-tickets-1716627221229?aff=oddtdtcreator

💻 Virtual Access: Please visit the link provided on the flyer.

Join us in ensuring that every father is present, every child feels valued, and every family thrives.

~ Fathers' UpLift