Online and nationwide family law attorneys
National support organizations, hotlines, and online resources for fathers and men in family court.
PostpartumMen
An online resource for men experiencing depression, anxiety or mood problems after the birth of a child, founded by Dr. Will Courtenay. It provides a paternal postpartum depression self-assessment, educational material and referral resources, and states it is not a substitute for evaluation by a licensed clinician.
Dads Supporting Dads
A dad-support network operating under the All Parents Welcome 501(c)(3), connecting fathers through local groups in cities across the United States. Activities range from dads' nights out and family play dates to virtual support groups, alongside a podcast network and published guides.
Movember
A registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit working on men's mental health and suicide prevention alongside prostate and testicular cancer research. It funds practitioner training such as Men in Mind, community sport mental health guidelines and the Real Face of Men's Health report series.
National Fatherhood Initiative
A nonprofit founded in 1994 that develops evidence-based fatherhood programs such as 24:7 Dad and InsideOut Dad, and trains practitioners who work with fathers. It also provides assessment tools and collaborates with state, county and city agencies.
Stay; For Life
A 501(c)(3) nonprofit and member of the Maine Association of Nonprofits advocating for men's mental health and suicide prevention. Programs include a Man to Man peer support group, school collaborations, and comfort boxes for those grieving a suicide loss.
The ManKind Project
A global brotherhood of 501(c)(3) charitable organizations running personal development programs for men, including the New Warrior Training Adventure. It supports a network of peer-facilitated men's groups across the United States and 27 other countries.
The National At-Home Dad Network
A 501(c)(3) organization supporting at-home fathers as primary caregivers through advocacy, education and community. It runs local dad groups, an online community, webinars and the annual HomeDadCon convention.
Into the Dark Blue
A nonprofit network of peer-led men's mental wellness groups operating across the United States. Its Dark Blue Crew groups meet at independent breweries and coffee shops and focus on processing emotions and building community.
Questions
Frequently asked questions
Where do I start if I cannot afford an attorney?
Legal aid organizations, law school clinics, and court self-help centers exist in most states. Support groups listed here often know local options.