National Responsible Fatherhood Clearinghouse | Sharing research, tips & promising practices promoting & supporting responsible fatherhood programs, fathers & families.

Do something fun!

Hey Dad! Looking for something to do with your kids this week? Check out our Activities of the Week for fun, new ideas.

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NRFC Webinars: Address Bullying

Bullying is a problem faced by many children. Visit the NRFC webinars page to learn ways in which fatherhood programs can address bullying.

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#dadjokesrule

The only thing better than a good dad joke? Hearing your kids tell one back to you! Check out our new -hilarious- PSAs!

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Dads of Children with Special Needs

This Toolkit section provides resources for programs to support fathers of children with special needs.

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DadTalk Blog

Caring is more than sharing.

Over the recent holiday season, the old adage “caring is sharing” often comes to mind. Sharing gifts. Sharing time with family and friends. Sharing food (perhaps a cookie or two). These are all...

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Supporting Fathers and Families Impacted by Incarceration

The number of fathers in U.S. jails and prisons has increased four-fold since 1980. Ninety-two percent of the more than 800,000 incarcerated parents in federal and state prisons are fathers. ...

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“I can imagine exactly how you feel!” Understanding empathy

Empathy is at the heart of what it means to be human.

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Activity of the Week

"Recycle" Thanksgiving food by putting leftovers to good use.

Get your kids involved with preparing these easy Thanksgiving leftover recipes together.

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Dad Jokes

What do you call a cow jumping on a trampoline?
Milk Shake.

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