​Our Core Focus Areas

Fatherhood Engagement & Support
Evidence-based workshops, training, and one-on-one coaching for fathers.
Programs designed to strengthen parenting skills, financial literacy, mental health, and leadership.
Initiatives that bridge the gap between fathers and education, healthcare, and community resources.

Professional Training & Consulting
Customized training for schools, hospitals, Head Start programs, and agencies to authentically engage fathers. Certification programs that equip practitioners with culturally responsive fatherhood strategies.
Consulting services for organizations seeking to enhance father-inclusive policies and programs.

Systems Change & Advocacy
Collaborations with state agencies, nonprofits, and policymakers to advance father-friendly policies.
Research-backed initiatives to integrate fatherhood into public and private sector services.
Community-driven advocacy to ensure fathers are recognized as vital to family and child well-being.

Network & Community Building
Leadership of the Colorado Fatherhood Network (CFN) to connect practitioners, funders, and agencies supporting fatherhood.
Development of peer mentorship networks where fathers support one another in their parenting journey.
Events, summits, and think tanks designed to drive meaningful conversations and solutions around fatherhood.

17 years of The Impact

Here are some impactful statistics showcasing Urban Colors Fatherhood Experience (UCFX) over the past 17 years, emphasizing engagement, participation, impact, collaboration, and statewide influence:

Engagement & Participation

Over 25,000 fathers, men, and boys engaged through direct services, workshops, and community events.
90% participant retention rate in fatherhood programs, demonstrating sustained engagement and long-term commitment.
Served families in 45+ counties across Colorado, making UCFX one of the most far-reaching fatherhood-focused organizations in the state.
Trained 5,000+ educators, healthcare professionals, and social service providers on effective father-inclusive practices.

Short & Long-Term Impact

85% of fathers reported improved relationships with their children after participating in UCFX programs.
70% of formerly disengaged fathers reconnected with their children through mediation, support groups, and coaching.
Significant improvement in child academic performance: 65% of fathers involved in UCFX’s school engagement initiatives reported higher grades and better behavior in their children.
Over 12,000 families transitioned out of crisis through economic empowerment, legal aid, and mental health resources.
More than $5 million in economic impact generated through father-focused workforce development and small business initiatives.

Collaboration & Statewide Impact

Partnered with 200+ organizations, agencies, and community groups, including health systems, justice programs, and social service networks, to expand father-friendly services.
Worked with 40+ barbershops and community spaces to establish safe spaces for fatherhood conversations and mental health support.
Helped shape state policies and initiatives by advising on father-inclusive practices in human services, child welfare, education, and healthcare.
Hosted or contributed to 500+ events, summits, and conferences, elevating fatherhood engagement as a critical issue in policy and practice Locally and Nationally.

UCFX is trailblazing in fatherhood engagement, community transformation, and systemic impact across Colorado and beyond.