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You’re invited to join us for Good Dads Events! Don’t miss out on these great opportunities to get to know other fathers, learn about our mission and support the nonprofit. Questions about an upcoming event? Reach out to Good Dads at our Contact page.

June

12

2026
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Facilitator Training Event for Financial Electives

This event is for Good Dads facilitators trained to lead in the +Us and Forge programs. Join us for a fast-paced training event in Downtown Springfield. We’ll share the ins and outs of the financial literacy/economic stability requirements in the new program. Registration is required for this all-day, in-person event.

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June

16–17

2026
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Wash Weekend @ GlideXpress

All  Fathers Day Weekend, come by either Glide Xpress location in Springfield for a FREE individual wash! This is the perfect way to support Good Dads while getting a chore checked off your to-do list! $1 suggested donation.

July

13–17

2026
Good Dads founder and director Dr. Jennifer L. Baker stands at the front of the classroom to introduce the "three keys" of healthy communication concept in the Prep 8.0 curriculum at the January 2026 Good Dads Plus Us Training Camp in Springfield MO.

Facilitator Training Camp • Columbia, MO

Are you ready to head to the next level as a family advocate by hosting fatherhood and relationship skills classes for dads in your community? Secure your spot NOW for Facilitator Training Camp in Columbia, MO, this summer! You’ll learn all you need to know to best lead Good Dads 2.0 and Within My Reach classes.

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August

13

2026
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Captain's Kickoff • Good Dads Strong Schools

We’re starting the school year off right by helping school leaders keep father engagement top-of-mind with the Good Dads Strong Schools program. If you are a school administrator, Strong Schools captain or other dedicated Strong Schools volunteer, we hope you’ll join us for a fun kick-off breakfast in Downtown Springfield! Details to come. Let us know you plan to attend by contacting Strong Schools coordinator Valerie Peterson at [email protected] or calling our front desk at (417) 501-8867

2026

Good Dads participants pose for a group photo wearing their Good Dads t-shirts after the last evening of class in February 2026 in Chillicothe.

Ongoing Good Dads Classes

Dads: Are you ready to join a Good Dads class? Check out our current and upcoming classes in the New Pathways, FORGE, +us and Strong Schools programs. Contact us to learn more. 

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