Description
The Children’s Trust is seeking not‑for‑profit organizations in Massachusetts to deliver fatherhood‑focused services under the Fathers & Family Network (FFN) program for FY 2027. Applicants may pursue either a Community of Practice (CoP) package ($6,000) that includes two CoP meetings and a fatherhood resource fair, or a larger Category 2 package ($10‑$12 k) that adds up to six group‑program sessions with associated support services. The work must be free to participants, involve outreach, data collection, and reporting, and be performed within a designated regional area (e.g., South Coast, Berkshire, Greater Boston, etc.). Contracts are cost‑reimbursement, run for one fiscal year with an optional renewal, and require compliance with state procurement and reporting rules.
• Funding per contract: $6,000 (Category 1) or up to $12,000 (Category 2).
• Required activities: ≥ 2 CoP meetings, a resource fair, and for Category 2, ≥ 4 group sessions serving at least 5 fathers each.
• Geographic focus: One of eleven priority regions in Massachusetts; applicants must detail the specific towns they will serve.
• Reporting: Quarterly invoices, program schedules, surveys, and final summary reports; participation in virtual coordinator meetings is mandatory.