Free Fatherhood Programs in Pennsylvania
Free parenting classes, co-parenting support, and dad resources across Pennsylvania : from Philadelphia to Pittsburgh, Allentown to Erie.
Pennsylvania Fatherhood Programs
6 resourcesPennsylvania Department of Human Services : Fatherhood Programs
State AgencyStatewideFreeStatewide fatherhood programs administered through PA DHS, providing parenting classes, employment support, and family strengthening services.
Philadelphia Department of Human Services : Fatherhood Initiative
City AgencyPhiladelphiaFreePhiladelphia DHS fatherhood initiative offering parenting workshops, co-parenting support, and connections to local services for Philadelphia dads.
Pennsylvania Head Start Association
FederalStatewideFreeFind your local Head Start program in Pennsylvania : all sites offer free father engagement services for families with children under 5.
211 Pennsylvania
HelplineStatewideFreeDial 2-1-1 from anywhere in Pennsylvania to connect with free local fatherhood programs, childcare, housing, and family support services.
NRFC Pennsylvania Programs
FederalStatewideFreeSearch all federally-funded responsible fatherhood programs in Pennsylvania through the National Responsible Fatherhood Clearinghouse.
Pennsylvania Legal Aid Network
Legal AidStatewideFreeFree legal information and referrals for Pennsylvania residents : covers custody, child support, paternity, and family law topics.
Programs by City
Philadelphia
Philadelphia DHS Fatherhood Initiative
Free parenting workshops, co-parenting support, and case management for Philadelphia dads.
NRFC Locator : Philadelphia
Search federally-funded fatherhood programs.
211 Pennsylvania : Philadelphia
Dial 2-1-1 to connect with free local family support services in Philadelphia County.
Pittsburgh
NRFC Locator : Pittsburgh
Find federally-funded fatherhood programs in the Pittsburgh and Allegheny County area.
211 Pennsylvania : Pittsburgh
Dial 2-1-1 to connect with free local family support services in Allegheny County.
Pennsylvania Head Start : Pittsburgh
Find Head Start programs in Pittsburgh offering free father engagement services.
Allentown
Erie
How to Get Started in Pennsylvania
Call 2-1-1
Dial 2-1-1 from anywhere in Pennsylvania. 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 PA DHS
Reach out to the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services to learn about statewide fatherhood programs and get connected to local services.
Pennsylvania Legal Resources for Dads
Pennsylvania Legal Aid Network
Free legal information and referrals to legal aid organizations across Pennsylvania : covers custody, paternity, and child support.
PA Courts Self-Help Center
Free self-help resources for family law, custody, child support, and paternity from the Pennsylvania Courts.
PA Child Support Program
Pennsylvania Child Support Program : establish paternity, modify orders, and access fatherhood resources.
NRFC Legal Resources
National Responsible Fatherhood Clearinghouse legal resources for dads : custody, visitation, and child support guidance.
Mental Health Support
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Crisis LineCall or text 988 anytime : free, confidential crisis support available 24/7 across Pennsylvania.
SAMHSA National Helpline
FederalFree, confidential treatment referrals for mental health and substance use : 1-800-662-4357, 24/7.
PA Office of Mental Health
StatePennsylvania Office of Mental Health & Substance Abuse Services : find state-funded mental health programs near you.
Open Path Collective
Low-CostLow-cost therapy sessions ($30–$80) with licensed therapists : available throughout Pennsylvania.