Helping Young Fathers Program - Dovetail Project - Main Office
7300 South Cottage Grove Avenue, Chicago, IL 60619
Eligibility
17 to 24 years old fathers or expecting fathers
Hours
Mon 9:00am - 5:00pm
Tue 9:00am - 5:00pm
Wed 9:00am - 5:00pm
Thu 9:00am - 5:00pm
Fri 9:00am - 5:00pm
773-952-4255
Voice
(773) 952-4255
Voice
Email[email protected]
Languages
English
Application process
Visit https://thedovetailproject.org/apply to complete an application during open registration periods.
Service area
Chicago, IL
Dovetail Project offers a 12-week curriculum that was developed through research by Sheldon Smith, Dovetail's founder and Director. Supplemented with frequent guest speakers, the program educates fathers about the roles, rights and responsibilities of fatherhood as well as their importance in the lives of their children. The one-of-a-kind program also includes a strong component addressing Felony Street Law to help these young men avoid incarceration and stay present in their kids' lives. Benefits of the program include a $500 stipend, transportation, and meals each class.
Data provided by
211 Metro Chicago
Providing organization
Dovetail Project
Dovetail Project works to give young fathers ages 17 to 24 the skills and support they need to be better fathers for their children and better men in their communities.