Dallas, — A Chance to Learn, a national nonprofit organization committed to enhancing and transforming the lives of children and their families through comprehensive early education, empowering parent engagement programs, and essential perinatal health support, in partnership with Dads Forward, proudly hosted the Fathers and Faith Brunch in Dallas—a signature event within the Family Programs of the COGIC Urban Initiative. This uplifting series celebrates, equips, and encourages fathers to lead with faith, strengthen family bonds, and build thriving communities. Held at North Garland Baptist Church Fellowship, the first-of-its kind event highlighted six fathers, some married fathers, some single fathers, some adoptive fathers, including Byron Williams, Dr. Anthony Coleman, Laterras R. Whitfield, Chris Davis, Donte Dean, and Dr. Jay Barnett.
Before a packed room of mainly men, the event included a panel with a candid conversation around topics pertinent to men, with a theme of “The Life of Fathers: Faith, Family & Fellowship.”
A Chance to Learn also presented its first, “Fathers and Faith” scholarship in the amount of $1,000 to Neiman Wicks, a student at St. Philip’s School and Community Center.
“So much of my own journey — the struggles with self-esteem, unhealthy patterns, and learning to find my worth — traces back to my daddy issues,” said LaToyia Dennis, CEO of A Chance to Learn and VP, Family Program for COGIC Urban Initiative. “This is why I believe deeply that fatherhood conversation, advocacy, and inclusion are not optional — they are essential. As I motivate moms and educate children, I stand firmly for fatherhood engagement, because healing families starts with empowering fathers to show up, speak up, and love well.”
Following the success in Dallas, the Fathers and Faith Brunch will continue to impact families across the country, with upcoming gatherings planned in Richmond, VA; Jonesboro, AR; Detroit, MI; Austin, TX; and Memphis, TN.
Through these events, A Chance to Learn and Dads Forward remain committed to empowering fathers with resources, fellowship, and inspiration to be present, purposeful, and powerful leaders in their families and communities.
For more information or to support future events and initiatives, visit achancetolearn.org.
