Supporting children
growing up
without fathers.
A 501(c)(3) built to guide the next generation of fatherless children.
Served
Awarded
Mentors
Reached
Built from loss.
Built to last.
Dudes For Dads is a 501(c)(3) Nonprofit built by a group of friends who either lost their father or never had one.
- Fueled by our Dads' lessons of service and compassion, we guide children growing up without a father.
- We support through educational programs, athletic opportunities, and personal development initiatives.
- Dudes For Dads has raised over $350k to directly support programs that change the trajectory of a child's life.
To support children who have lost a father figure through academics, athletics, and grief support.
At Dudes For Dads, we believe in the power of compassion, the strength of community, and the joy of shared memories.
Our Story
We are a group of friends who have been shaped by the love, wisdom, and sometimes the absence of our fathers. Our journey began with a shared loss, a common void, and a collective resolve to turn our personal pain into a beacon of hope for others.
Tangible impact, year after year.
Since our inception, we've worked to fill the void left by the loss of a father figure. Here are a few of our proud moments.
The Dudes behind the mission.
Bound by a shared experience and a desire to give back, the Dudes For Dads Founding Board is made up of friends from Arlington, VA and the University of Miami. They power our mission and vision in some pretty amazing ways.
Three pillars.
One mission.
Committed to helping our community through athletics, academics, and personal development.
A growing community
across the country.
From New York to Miami, our chapters bring volunteers and young professionals together to drive our mission forward.
Launched in summer 2025, our NYC chapter brings together 30+ young professionals to build community, organize fundraising events, and host the inaugural Spring Gala.
Our Miami chapter began with a partnership at the University of Miami in 2022 and has expanded to include the Miller School of Medicine — driving care packages, scholarships, and community outreach.
NYC Young
Professionals Board.
Launched in summer 2025, our NYC chapter unites young professionals across the city to build community, plan fundraising events, and create volunteer programs that directly support our mission.
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✓Hosted the 2nd Annual Gala in 2026 — over 500 attendees and $175,000 raised in a single night.
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✓Co-hosted a Winter Clothing Drive with The Bowery Mission at the Google NYC office, collecting 50+ articles for those experiencing homelessness.
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✓Partnered with the Student Sponsors Program to deliver a $10,000 scholarship.
University of Miami
Miller School of Medicine.
Our Miami chapter began in 2022 with a continual partnership at the University of Miami and has since expanded to include the Miller School of Medicine — driving scholarships, care packages, and community outreach across South Florida.
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✓Established a continual partnership with Pi Kappa Alpha at UMiami — our first fundraiser broke their philanthropy record.
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✓Donated 200 backpacks filled with hygiene products to students in need across the Miami area.
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✓Partnered with the Home Team Organization at the Gibson-Bethel Community Center to organize 50+ care packages with school clothing.
The Dudes For Dads
$10,000 Scholarship.
Each year, we award three $10,000 scholarships to graduating high school seniors in NYC, DC, and Miami. Helping the next generation of students take the next step.
Meet Jenna.
Jenna joined a growing list of Dudes For Dads scholarship recipients in 2026, a graduating senior awarded our $10,000 scholarship in partnership with the Student Sponsors Program.
Through the Student Sponsors Program, we connect with high-achieving students across New York City's five boroughs and support them through a critical transition point in their education.
Three scholarships. One mission.
We award $30,000 total per year across three cities — ensuring that fatherless students in each of our core chapters have a path forward.
You're not alone.
We understand how tough it can be to navigate life without a father figure. That's why we've built a personal development program — and a mentorship community — just for you.
More than a family member — a guide, friend, and role model.
When you lose a father, you lose more than a family member. You lose a guide, a friend, a role model. Our mentors are here to help fill that void — to guide you, support you, and remind you that you're not alone.
Someone who's walked in your shoes.
Our program isn't just about having someone to talk to (though that's a big part of it). It's about making sure you have someone who's there for you — someone who's walked in your shoes and can guide you through the ups and downs.
Making an impact
in every community.
Real change.
Real lives.
From scholarships to sports to grief support — every dollar directly builds a brighter future for fatherless children across the country.
Making a difference
starts here.
Please consider lending your support by donating, volunteering, or hosting a fundraiser.
Every dollar fuels a brighter future.
100% of your contribution goes directly to programs that change the trajectory of fatherless children's lives — scholarships, athletics, mentorship, and grief support.
Where your money goes.
Real numbers from real programs we run every day.
Beyond a one-time gift.
Common questions.
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Every child deserves a chance
to thrive.
Please consider supporting Dudes For Dads. Your generosity provides educational programs, athletic opportunities, and personal development to children who need it most.