Strengthening Fathers, Families & the Spokane–North Idaho Region
Saturday, November 15, 2025 | 6:00 PM
Your Presence Creates Lasting Impact
When you show up for Building Legacy, you’re not just attending—you’re advancing the mission across Spokane and North Idaho.
- Fuel proven programs. Keep our evidence-based 24/7 Dad® classes running strong.
- Expand access. Help us add cohorts in underserved neighborhoods like Hillyard and launch North Idaho partnerships.
- Open doors for dads. Underwrite scholarships so finances never block a father from joining.
- Strengthen reentry support. Fund hands-on services—housing, transportation, mentoring—for Returning Citizens reconnecting with family.
Fatherlessness knows no borders—and neither should solutions.
A Word from the National Fatherhood Initiative
“The Spokane Fatherhood Initiative is one of the most impressive father-serving efforts in the country.” — Chris Brown, President, National Fatherhood Initiative
What to Expect at the Building Legacy Dinner
A Celebration of Transformation
Inspiring stories from program graduates and families, live impact updates (including North Idaho expansion), and clear ways to support scholarships, classes, and reentry services.
An Invite From Our Executive Director Ron Hauenstein
Thank you for believing in fathers, families, and the power of community transformation.
Sponsorship Options
Church or Corporate Table Sponsor
$900
Includes 8 seats at a reserved table
Benefits include:
- your church name and logo in the printed program
- recognition during the event program
- a social media spotlight
This tier funds a 24/7 Dad class (Basic or Advanced) for one father
Transforming Fatherhood Sponsor
$3,650
Includes all benefits of the Program Sponsor
Additional benefits include:
- VIP table (best location)
- year-round partnership recognition
- quarterly impact reports from SpoFI
- an invitation to graduation ceremonies
- an exclusive tour of program facilities
This annual investment of $3,650 is the cost to train one dad for our full curriculum
Connect with Our Executive Director
SpoFI Founder and Executive Director Ron Hauenstein would enjoy the opportunity to share the SpoFI story with you. To arrange a meeting to learn more about how SpoFI helps dads become better fathers and employees, contact Ron using the button below.
Can’t attend? Your donation still creates transformation:
- $150/month: Sponsors one father through our complete 12-week program
- $300: Provides materials and dinner for four program participants
- $200: Covers graduation ceremony expenses for one class
The Impact You’re Supporting
Since 2018, SpoFI has issued 810 certificates of completion from our evidence-based 24/7 Dad® programs. Many fathers advance through multiple training levels, demonstrating deep commitment and growth. Program evaluations show measurable gains in fathering skills, communication, and relationship health—with regular father-child reunifications—and we’re now expanding this impact with North Idaho partners so more dads on both sides of the border can thrive.
But the numbers tell only part of the story.
“I thought being a dad was about keeping the lights on,”
…shares Eric Davis, program completion recipient.
“Now I know it’s about being emotionally present and deeply involved in my children’s lives.”
Samuel Han reflects on lessons in discipline & patience:
“I try to take more time to think before acting on my emotions. It’s making me a better dad, and it’s helping me at work too.“
Jordan Brown captures the personal growth aspect:
“I’ve always been determined to believe in myself, and to try my best…but this program has inspired me to keep working on myself, regardless of any outcome – I work on myself because I’m worth working on.”
This transformation happens because of supporters like you who believe fathers can change, families can heal, and communities can flourish.
Why Our Region Needs This Work
Spokane faces urgent challenges—child abuse/neglect rates 53% above the state average, higher domestic-violence incidence, and nearly 1 in 4 children growing up without consistent father involvement. Across the border in North Idaho, partners report similar pressures, which is why we’re building a coordinated Spokane–North Idaho response.
Dozens of father–child reunifications—often after years apart—show that investing in dads creates ripple effects for kids, co-parents, and entire communities.
Your Evening Experience
A Celebration of Transformation
- Inspiring stories from program graduates and families
- Delicious full-course dinner prepared with care
- Live updates on community impact and program expansion—including North Idaho development
- Clear opportunities to directly support scholarships, classes, and reentry services
Community Recognition
Program participants consistently share profound insights about their transformation.
As Matthew Mellott explains:
“I didn’t know fathering skills were a thing. I just assumed being a dad was being a dad, but it’s a very specific set of skills that have to be learned and practiced.”
Toren Pierson recounts ‘Skills I Learned: Fathering skills I have learned as result of participating in this group are:’
“1. Prioritize my time 2. Value my kids mom as she does me 3. Helping my boys grow in life 4. Being open and willing to change 5. Discipline is to guide not punish.”
Anthony Evans shares his perspective:
“Total acceptance of my situation and the strength and clarity gained from it. The camaraderie and shared situations and brotherly support also legal knowledge shared through our ongoing battles to see our children and be a part of their lives.”
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