Fathers & Family Network RFR 2027
Fathers & Family Network RFR 2027
The Children’s Trust is excited to announce a new funding opportunity to support the development of father-focused programming across Massachusetts.
The Children’s Trust Fatherhood Initiative works to advance activities and training that support fathers, their families, and the professionals who work with them. The Children’s Trust seeks proposals from not-for-profit organizations that demonstrate the capacity to coordinate and lead fatherhood efforts in their communities throughout the Commonwealth.
Who Should Apply?
The areas listed below have been identified as priority regions for funding to increase geographic availability and allow greater access to practitioners and families:
- Berkshire County
- Franklin County
- Hampshire County
- Hampden County
- Central Massachusetts
- Greater Boston
- Merrimack Valley
- North Shore
- South Coast
- South Shore
- Cape Cod and the Islands
News
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Children's Trust UpdatesMay 4, 2026Strengthening the Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health Workforce
Massachusetts is the first state to implement the MassAIMH Endorsement® within Healthy Families America, advancing infant and early childhood mental health and strengthening support for families.
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Children's Trust UpdatesApril 29, 2026Prevention in Action, A Month of Impact
From Step Up for Kids to celebrating National Home Visiting Week, see how prevention efforts are strengthening families across Massachusetts – this April and beyond.
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EventsApril 21, 2026Stepping Up for Kids at Pittsfield City Hall
On Friday, April 17, the Children’s Trust partnered with Child Care of the Berkshires for their annual Step Up for Kids event. The event brought individuals together to recognize Child Abuse Prevention Month and highlight prevention efforts and family support programs in Berkshire County.
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