Fatherhood Programs for Early Childhood Development and Education in Alameda County

Access to programs depends on eligibility. Please click the View Program Details button and look at the Requirements section.

Last Updated: May/8/2026

Agency Name: The Hub

Description: The Hayward Unified School District Fatherhood Initiative invites fathers to the Cafe Dad. The Fatherhood Initiative promotes responsible fatherhood and healthy relationships through parenting education and skill building.

Program Contact(s):

• Agency Name: The Hub
  Phone: 510-723-3857x x34201
  Fax: 510-784-2668
  Address: 24411 Amador St. Hayward, CA 94544
  

Last Updated: April/13/2026

Agency Name: Oakland Public Library

Description: Fathers are welcomed to join this group for fathers and father- figures. Come together to discuss fatherhood with your fellow peers. All are welcome, including your kids for this free group. Wednesday at 6 PM - 8p PM.

Service Address: 1021 81st Avenue
Oakland, CA, 94621

Program Contact(s):

• Name: Anthony Propernick
  Phone: 510-238-3569
  Address: 1021 81st Ave Oakland, CA 94621
  

Last Updated: March/30/2026

Agency Name: Family Paths, Inc.

Description: This 6-week class is guided by empathy, gratitude, reliability, and purpose. Our evidence-informed curriculum empowers Dads in their parenting and co-parenting journey. This program benefits Dads who live with their children or are separated from them. (Class meets once a week on Thursdays,5/21, 5/28, 6/4, 6/11, 6/18, 6/25)

Program Contact(s):

• Agency Name: Family Paths, Inc.
  Phone: (800) 829-3777
  Email: info@familypaths.org
  Address: 1727 Martin Luther King, Jr. Way Suite #109 Oakland, CA 94612
  

Access to programs depends on eligibility. Please click the View Program Details button and look at the Requirements section.

Last Updated: March/30/2026

Agency Name: Family Paths, Inc.

Description: The Parenting Stress Helpline at (800) 829-3777 supports families and caregivers of children ages 0–21 and is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The helpline is staffed by professional and volunteer counselors who help parents and caregivers with a wide range of parenting concerns. Counselors are available to talk with parents about stress related to parenting infants, children, and teenagers, as well as other family concerns. They also assist families in finding community resources and enrolling in services offered through Family Paths. Family Paths offers therapy for children and caregivers, parent education classes, classes for fathers and teen parents, a group for Spanish-speaking fathers, and a group for mothers who have experienced trauma. Helpline counselors provide referrals to these services.

Service Address: 1727 Martin Luther King Jr. Way, Suite 109
Oakland, CA, 94612

Program Contact(s):

• Name: Vanessa Hernandez
  Title: Program Coordinator
  Phone: 510-380-1741
  Extension: 0241
  
• Name: Kim San Gabriel
  Title: Program Manager-Helpline
  Phone: 510-380-1738
  Extension: 238
  Address: 1727 Martin Luther King, Jr. Way Oakland, California 94612
  

Access to programs depends on eligibility. Please click the View Program Details button and look at the Requirements section.

Last Updated: March/23/2026

Agency Name: Community Child Care Council of Alameda County

Description: April 18, 25, May 02, 2026 Saturdays | 10:30am-12:00pm 3 in-person sessions Location: 22351 City Center Drive Hayward, CA 94541 Free bilingual program in English and Spanish for families with children ages 18 months to 4 years. Play group activities facilitated to foster early childhood social, physical, and emotional development. All course materials will be provided. Father Playgroup is reserved exclusively for fathers and father figures of children in Alameda County For information on eligibility please contact serenam@4c-alameda.org _________________________ 18 , 25 de Abril y May 02, 2026 Sábados | 10:30am-12:00pm 3 sesiones presenciales. Ubicación: 22351 City Center Drive Hayward, CA 94541 Programa bilingüe gratuito en inglés y español para familias con niños de 18 meses a 4 años. Actividades grupales de juego facilitadas para fomentar el desarrollo social, físico y emocional de la primera infancia. Se proporcionarán todos los materiales del curso. Father Playgroup está reservado exclusivamente para el padre y figuras paternas de niños en el condado de Alameda Para obtener información sobre la elegibilidad, comuníquese con serenam@4c-alameda.org

Service Address: 22351 City Center Drive Hayward, CA 94541
Hayward, California, 94541

Program Contact(s):

• Name: Serena Michel
  Title: Coordinator
  Phone: 510-736-2827
  Address: 22351 City Center Drive Hayward, CA 94541
  

Access to programs depends on eligibility. Please click the View Program Details button and look at the Requirements section.

Last Updated: March/23/2026

Agency Name: Community Child Care Council of Alameda County

Description: April 3rd -May 8th, 2026 Fridays | 6pm-7:30pm 5 virtual sessions and 1 in-person session Connect with other dads in our Black Fatherhood Series facilitated by Dr. Khalid White, CEO of BLKMPWR, Father, Author & Film Maker. This series includes a total of 6 sessions: 5 virtual sessions and a final in-person celebration at our Hayward office. We will meet weekly. Series is for fathers and father figures who identify as Black with children ages 0-8 and live in Alameda County. We will discuss the following topics: Money & Finances Race & Racism, Jobs & Career Relationships & Family Health & Wellness Trials & Tribulations. Raffle given every Friday (must be present to win). *All registered participants who complete a minimum of 5 sessions will receive a $100 Amazon gift card and $100 Golfland gift card for the completion of the series along with a children’s book. Incentives must be picked up in person with a physical signature required* For more information and questions, email Serena Michel at serenam@4c-alameda.org.

Program Contact(s):

• Name: Ariana Ortiz
  Title: Manager, Resource & Referral Family Services
  Phone: 510-736-2797
  Address: 22351 City Center Drive Hayward, CA 94541
  

Access to programs depends on eligibility. Please click the View Program Details button and look at the Requirements section.

Last Updated: March/10/2026

Agency Name: Alameda County Public Health FHS Fatherhood Initiative

Description: The Fatherhood Initiative promotes responsible fatherhood and healthy relationships through skill-based parenting education providing male centered case management and support programs. --Increase men’s access and utilization of local health care and wraparound services --Strengthen and enhancing existing male --Services and system capacity through training --Professional development and health promotion campaigns Alameda county public system partners and non-governmental agencies who provide male and fatherhood services and/or have an interest to do so.

Service Address: 1100 San Leandro Boulevard
San Leandro, CA, 94577

Program Contact(s):

• Agency Name: Alameda County Public Health FHS Fatherhood Initiative
  Phone: 510-667-4343
  Fax: 510-618-1973
  Address: 1100 San Leandro Boulevard, Suite120 San Leandro, CA 94577
  

Last Updated: March/10/2026

Agency Name: Alameda County Fathers Corps

Description: Dad-scussions is an ongoing virtual series that provides opportunities for Fathers to discuss current topics that matter to them. For more information or to register, please contact virve.hernandez@first5alameda.org.

Last Updated: March/10/2026

Agency Name: Alameda County Fathers Corps

Description: Fathers Corps is formed to support fathers to be meaningfully engaged with their children and to advocate for father-friendly services. Fathers learn father-friendly and father-specific programming for families in their neighborhood, learn how to raise their voices up through listening sessions, interviews, speaker panels, etc.; and by convening fathers at the county-wide Fatherhood Summit to celebrate and honor the critical role fathers play in their families and communities

Program Contact(s):

• Name: Kevin Bremond
  Phone: (510) 227-6932
  

Access to programs depends on eligibility. Please click the View Program Details button and look at the Requirements section.

Last Updated: March/9/2026

Agency Name: A Better Way Inc.

Description: This group offers a safe, non-judgmental place where men can get support, develop practical parenting skills and share important resources while learning successful strategies for navigating the social service system. **Participants receive graduation certificates upon completion of 12 curriculum based groups. Stipends are provided for participants attending the groups. Groups are held virtually and in-person to meet the needs of fathers.

Service Address: 1558 B Street Suite 100
Hayward, CA, 94541

Program Contact(s):

• Name: Kimberly Murphy
  Title: Director of Social Services Programs- ABW
  Phone: 5103184502
  Address: 1558 B Street Suite 100 Hayward , CA 94541
  

Access to programs depends on eligibility. Please click the View Program Details button and look at the Requirements section.

Last Updated: March/9/2026

Agency Name: A Better Way Inc.

Description: This group offers a safe, non-judgmental place where fathers and those who identify as fathers can get support, develop practical parenting skills and share important resources while learning successful strategies for navigating multi-systems. Stipends are provided for participants attending the groups. Groups are held both in-person and/or virtually; English and Spanish.

Service Address: 1558 B Street Suite 201
Hayward, CA, 94541

Program Contact(s):

• Name: Kimberly Murphy
  Title: Director of Social Services Programs- ABW
  Phone: 5103184502
  Address: 1558 B Street Suite 100 Hayward , CA 94541
  

Last Updated: March/6/2026

Agency Name: Native American Health Center

Description: Fatherhood Is Brotherhood was started in June of 2020. Native American Health Centers first program geared towards Fatherhood. Fatherhood Is Brotherhood Breaking The Cycle was created for Fathers to have a save place where fathers can connect with other fathers and discuss topics that are concerns for Fathers and finding ways to accomplish there goals as a Parent

Service Address: 3124 International Blvd
Oakland , CA, 94601

Program Contact(s):

• Name: Paul Millard
  Title: Fatherhood Leader/ Home Visitor
  Phone: 4155041486
  Address: 3124 International Blvd Oakland , CA 94601
  

Last Updated: January/20/2026

Agency Name: Oakland Natives Give Back

Description: The Integrated Kindergarten Wellness - Parent Support Program by ONGB, in affiliation with HFA, is a nationally recognized, evidence-based home visiting program that supports pregnant and parenting families—including pregnant and parenting teens—from the prenatal period through a child’s third birthday (and up to age five when needed). Through weekly home visits, dedicated case managers provide parenting education, developmental screenings, and hands-on support to strengthen parent–child relationships and promote healthy family dynamics. The program places a strong emphasis on supporting teen parents by reducing barriers to education and health, promoting school engagement, and addressing the unique challenges young parents face as they balance caregiving, school, and life transitions. HFA connects families to essential community resources addressing health, childcare, housing, transportation, and basic needs, while also providing baby essentials and developmental tools to reduce stress and increase stability. By addressing root causes that impact family well-being and school engagement, the HFA Program helps families build goals, and support positive outcomes for children and parents alike

Service Address: 426, 17th Street
OAKLAND, California, 94612

Program Contact(s):

• Name: Anushe Khuhawar
  Title: Sr. Program Coordinator
  Phone: (510) 225 6420
  Address: 426, 17th street OAKLAND, California 94612