Fatherhood Programs

Winning Fathers Project

Program Available in: Montgomery, Prince George's and Talbot counties.

The Winning Fathers Project is a demonstration project serving fathers who are incarcerated and within twelve (12) months of release (or) ex-offenders, newly released within twelve (12) months, and their spouses/ partners. It enables fathers and their spouses/ partners to develop healthy marital relationships in their home and community, develop the ability to resolve conflicts, advance the overall well-being of the children in the household and to improve the family's economic stability. The project promotes responsible fatherhood by implementing healthy marriage and responsible parenting activities, in addition to fostering economic stability. The Winning Fathers Project provides services in Project participation is voluntary.

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Winning Fathers Newsletter Introduction from DHR Communications.

Eligibility:

  • Must reside in jurisdiction(s) where program is located
  • Must be a father, age 18 and over
  • Must be an ex-offender (newly released within 12 months) or currently incarcerated and within 12 months of release, or under criminal justice supervision ( i.e. parole or probation )
  • Must have a spouse/partner willing to participate in relationship building

    • Program Contact(s):

    Montgomery County
    Edward Powell
    Montgomery County Department of Health and Human Services
    1301 Piccard Dr.
    Rockville, MD 20850
    240-777-4006
    Edward.Powell@montgomerycountymd.gov

    Prince George's County
    Charles Ekekwe
    Adam's House Suitland
    Prince George's County Health Department
    5001 Silver Hill Rd
    Suitland, MD 20746
    240-492-2510
    CCEkekwe@co.pg.md.us

    Talbot County
    Cynthia Shelton
    Talbot County Department of Social Services
    301 Bay Street Unit 5
    Easton, MD 21601
    410-770-4691
    twardrop@dhr.state.md.us