FY27 CAR Father Engagement Pilot – Positive Relationships

The FY27 CAR Father Engagement Pilot – Positive Relationships grant aims to increase services to fathers and male caregivers in the community, particularly those at risk of child abuse and neglect. The program will provide support groups, educational trainings, case navigation classes, and workshops to enhance fathers' understanding of the child welfare process and improve their parenting skills. The grant will be awarded for an initial period of 36 months, with the possibility of two subsequent one-year renewals. The provider will be required to track referrals, maintain a process to track client progress, and participate in evaluation activities carried out by the Department. Key aspects of the program include: • Providing father-focused engagement activities using trauma-informed methods and approaches to coaching fathers. • Offering flexible meeting times, including evening and weekend support. • Maintaining a client to staff ratio of 15:1 for father-specific parenting classes, support groups, and trainings. • Tracking client outcomes and progress, including attendance, knowledge, and satisfaction.