Good Dads

Good Dads Good Dads is a nonprofit with a mission to help kids and communities one dad at a time.

Good Dads began when business leaders in Springfield, Missouri recognized the impact of father absence on child well-being and came together for the purpose of supporting engaged fathers. They understand the value in helping fathers become more engaged with their children. They welcome the chance to promote father involvement in a way that benefits them, their customers and their community. They appreciate the potential to provide leadership in ways unique to their position.

06/03/2026

Good Dads + Consistency = Transformation!

On the latest episode of the Good Dads podcast, we welcome Levi Statler, a dad about to graduate from our New Pathways for Good Dads program. Levi says learning the Speaker Listener Technique in Good Dads' classes fundamentally changed the dynamics of his relationships for the better.

Tune into the full episode now on the Good Dads YouTube channel!

Tomorrow is the big day! We can hardly wait for graduation, where 50+ dads are walking on stage to receive their diploma...
06/03/2026

Tomorrow is the big day! We can hardly wait for graduation, where 50+ dads are walking on stage to receive their diplomas in recognition of their hard work in the 6-month New Pathways for Good Dads program. Come cheer them on with us! (Plus, cake and punch afterwards!)

Next Friday will be here before we know it! Register and find the details for this educational event at https://gooddads...
06/03/2026

Next Friday will be here before we know it! Register and find the details for this educational event at https://gooddads.com/events/

Please note we've moved the time: Plan to arrive at 8:00 for check-in, coffee and a light breakfast before we start with the day's workshops.

Graduation is only THREE days away! We hope to see everyone there to celebrate with us. We have many more dads graduatin...
06/01/2026

Graduation is only THREE days away! We hope to see everyone there to celebrate with us. We have many more dads graduating this year compared to last year, which makes this extra exciting!

See you this Thursday at the Downtown Church! The ceremony begins at 6:30, and we suggest you arrive early.

A great way to start off the month: Today is Global Day of Parents!  The United Nations established this holiday in 2012...
06/01/2026

A great way to start off the month: Today is Global Day of Parents! The United Nations established this holiday in 2012 to shift international focus toward the critical role families and caregivers play in child well-being and development.

To celebrate the special day, spend quality time together by organizing a family dinner, compiling a family tree, watching home movies, or sharing stories about your own parents from when you were your child's age.

Today we're excited to highlight our chapter in Fulton! Good Dads Fulton MO is hard at work planning the implementation ...
05/31/2026

Today we're excited to highlight our chapter in Fulton! Good Dads Fulton MO is hard at work planning the implementation of Good Dads programs for their community's fathers. In fact, they were featured in a recent Good Dads press release (findable on our website's Media page if you are interested in reading more) about their first Good Dads Forge class!

Hats off to one of our newest chapters who've hit the ground running to support responsible fatherhood! Keep up the great work!

Happy Water a Flower Day! Getting outside (and a break from screens) is what summer break is all about. If you needed an...
05/30/2026

Happy Water a Flower Day! Getting outside (and a break from screens) is what summer break is all about. If you needed an excuse to log off social media today, here it is. Take this opportunity to learn with your kids about flowers, lawn care, and how gardens can help pollinators.

Send us pictures of you and your kiddo in your gardens today for a chance to be featured on a future social media post!

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We love how Taelor takes the long-view: By being a good example to his daughters, he's teaching them to be good people when they grow up. In turn, they'll teach others...and so on until we have a whole community of good people!

Taelor is a proud dad to Mallory and Audrey, two daughters he describes as kind, thoughtful, and full of personality. Becoming a father at a young age meant growing up alongside his kids, learning through experience, and discovering that being a good dad doesn’t require perfection—just patience, consistency, and love.

Taelor became involved with Good Dads through his daughters’ school and quickly made the breakfasts part of their routine. From creative activities to simple conversations, the program gave him tools to strengthen communication and turn ordinary moments into meaningful ones. For Taelor, the value lies in uninterrupted time—showing his daughters they are his priority.

Beyond the classroom, Taelor has built lasting friendships with other dads through Good Dads, creating a small but powerful community rooted in shared values. He believes that engaged fathers create better kids—and better communities.

“No dad is perfect. You learn from your mistakes, and you don’t have to be afraid to admit that to your kids.”

Hop on the Good Dads bandwagon! Find out more about our programs and how you can get involved on the Good Dads website: https://www.gooddads.com/

There is still time to get your tickets! 🎟️Join us June 8 at the Moxie Cinema in Downtown Springfield for a watch-party ...
05/29/2026

There is still time to get your tickets! 🎟️

Join us June 8 at the Moxie Cinema in Downtown Springfield for a watch-party starting at 6:30 p.m.

The Gone Guys film explores why boys and men have been disengaging and falling behind over the years and encourages a brighter future for the community. This is a free screening, but it is recommended you secure your seat online. Visit our Events page OR the Moxie website, and we'll see you there!

Address

205 W Walnut Street, Ste 10
Springfield, MO
65806

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 3pm
Tuesday 8am - 3pm
Wednesday 8am - 3pm
Thursday 8am - 3pm
Friday 8am - 12pm

Telephone

(417) 501-8867

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