24-7 Dad® Class Information

SpoFI has partnered with the National Fatherhood Initiative to present their 24-7 Dad® evidence-based curriculum to our community.

Transform your fatherhood journey with our evidence-based 24-7 Dad® program

Designed for men who grew up without father figures and those aspiring to be great dads, this comprehensive course equips you with essential parenting and relationship skills.

🕒 12 two-hour sessions

🗓️ Offered 6 times a year

💻 In-person and Zoom options available

Objectives

Growth & Community with 24-7 Dad®

SpoFI has partnered with the National Fatherhood Initiative to present their 24-7 Dad® evidence-based curriculum to our community.

24-7 Dad® Basic is designed for all dads including first time fathers or young men who desire to become fathers. This class is well suited for non-custodial fathers as well.

We also offer 24-7 Dad® Advanced to graduates of our 24-7 Dad® Basic classes for fathers who have some experience and seek to become better fathers.

We offer these classes regularly throughout the year at our offices with remote Zoom options available. Classes are kept small to allow for robust discussion and interaction between the fathers.

The 24-7 Dad®

Knows His Strengths and Weaknesses
Cares for Himself
Knows How to Father
Knows How to Parent
Builds Healthy Relationships with Family and Community

24-7 Dad® Basic

24-7 Dad® Basic Classes: Now in 3 Convenient Locations!

We’re expanding to serve you better! Choose the location that works best for you:

SpoFI HQ (Downtown) • 711 E 3rd Ave, Spokane • Dinner provided

💻 In-person and Zoom options available

NE Community Center (Hillyard) • 4001 N Cook St, Spokane • Dinner provided

NEW! On Fire Ministries (Central) • 115 E Pacific Ave, Spokane • Snacks provided

Objectives

Many fathers in our community grew up without a father in their home. These men do not have the relationship and parenting tools they need to be effective, devoted fathers. For these men and those who aspire to be fathers someday, this evidence-based class teaches them basic fatherhood, parenting and relationship skills.

SpoFI offers this comprehensive class six time a year at our offices and, when needed, to remote students via Zoom. The class is taught in twelve, two-hour sessions.

Basic and Advanced classes are scheduled sequentially. Both versions are taught twice a week on weekday evenings.

Topics Include

Family History and Its Impact on Fathering
What it Means to Be a Man
Discipline/Punishment
The Father’s Role
Communication
Working with Mom and Co-Parenting
Showing and Handling Feelings
…and so much more

24-7 Dad® Advanced

24-7 Dad® Advanced is a more advanced and in-depth. This class challenges fathers to become the best Dads they can be. The course focuses on self-evaluation, relationships, parenting skills and co-parenting. It is designed for fathers who have experience and want to improve fathering skills. Enrollment is open to 24-7 Dad® Basic graduates and by approval by the instructor after reviewing an application.

This evidence-based curriculum is taught in twelve, two-hour sessions in a format similar to the 24-7 Dad® classes.

Topics include

Boyhood to Manhood
Dealing with Anger
Sex, Love and Relationships
Competition and Fathering
Improving My Communication Skills
Fun with the Kids – Fathering and Fun
Stress, Alcohol (drugs) and Work
And more!

What do Some of Our Graduates think?

5 Fathering skills I have learned as result of participating in this group are:

Taking care of myself
Role Modeling
Honoring my children from their perspective
Stopping and thinking twice
Involving my kids more in day to day activities

Adam Howerton

24-7 Dad®Grad 2022

Healthy communication
Discipline techniques
Patience
Showing and handling feelings
Sympathy & empathy

Kaleb Koontz

24-7 Dad®Grad 2023

Plan one-on-one dates with my boys.
TEACHING THEM TO BE COMPETITIVE BUT HUMBLE.
Not taking there power from them.
Keeping my promise with not only my boys but friends and family.
Being a rock star listener.

Garrett Skirvin

24-7 Dad®Grad 2023

Tuition for this class is normally $900 however, through the generosity of our donors, or through our contract with WA State DCYF, we are able to offer this program at no cost to you.