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  • SpoFI Honors Outstanding Fathers at Annual Father’s Day Celebration

    SpoFI Honors Outstanding Fathers at Annual Father’s Day Celebration

    Two exemplary fathers recognized for dedication to family and community service The Spokane Fatherhood Initiative (SpoFI) celebrated exceptional fatherhood and community commitment at their annual Father’s Day recognition ceremony, honoring two remarkable men who embody the organization’s mission of strengthening families through engaged, responsible parenting. The celebration also marked a significant milestone for SpoFI’s growing impact, as 28 new graduates completed their comprehensive fatherhood training programs. Since launching classes in September 2018, the organization has now issued 753 certificates of completion, maintaining an extraordinary 93% graduation rate that demonstrates the transformative power of their evidence-based curriculum. 2025 Fathers of the…

    Lawrence Jay Long

    Proud father of two awesome boys, nature enthusiast, tech enthusiast, tinkerer, runner, and friend. I am dedicated to empowering men to realize their potential and lead meaningful lives. I share SpoFI’s practices and work diligently, striving to encourage and model the lessons taught here.

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  • Father’s Day 2025: Celebrating 115 years in Spokane

    Father’s Day 2025: Celebrating 115 years in Spokane

    Join us June 15 at Liberty Park for SpoFI’s Father’s Day celebration in the city that created the holiday 115 years ago. We’re honoring our 725+ program graduates, launching SpoFI 2.0, and celebrating the fathers who prove transformation is possible. Free family event from 12-3 PM with food, games, and recognition ceremony.

    Lawrence Jay Long

    Proud father of two awesome boys, nature enthusiast, tech enthusiast, tinkerer, runner, and friend. I am dedicated to empowering men to realize their potential and lead meaningful lives. I share SpoFI’s practices and work diligently, striving to encourage and model the lessons taught here.

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  • SpoFI Service Saturdays: Fathers Leading Community Change

    SpoFI Service Saturdays: Fathers Leading Community Change

    Every Saturday from May 17th until Father’s Day, SpoFI dads are stepping up to serve our Spokane community. These Service Saturdays are our response to Gabriel’s Challenge – a city-wide initiative addressing the fentanyl crisis affecting Spokane families.

    Lawrence Jay Long

    Proud father of two awesome boys, nature enthusiast, tech enthusiast, tinkerer, runner, and friend. I am dedicated to empowering men to realize their potential and lead meaningful lives. I share SpoFI’s practices and work diligently, striving to encourage and model the lessons taught here.

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