Ohio Commission on Fatherhood

The Ohio Commission on Fatherhood is housed within @OhioJFS . Our mission is to enhance the well-being of Ohio's children by providing opportunities for fathers to become better parents, partners and providers. Visit our website, fatherhood.ohio.gov, to learn more.

The Ohio Commission on Fatherhood is happy to announce the Columbus All Pro Dad Experience. Monday, June 15, 2026, 6:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Location: The Ohio State University, Woody Hayes Athletic Center Register at allprodad.com/columbus-all-p…

🤣 More Dad Jokes are here! State Senator Casey Weinstein joined the fun to share his best Dad Jokes—and they’re guaranteed to make you smile (or shake your head)! Celebrate the joy of fatherhood and a good laugh with us. 👨‍👧‍👦💜 youtu.be/NBaynAvYzLI?si…

💜 October is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month. 💜 Today, the staff of the Ohio Commission on Fatherhood proudly wore purple to stand in solidarity with survivors and to raise awareness about the impact of domestic violence on individuals, families, and communities.

😂 Get ready to laugh (or groan)! Representative Adam Holmes joined us for a round of Dad Jokes—and he definitely brought his A-game! Take a quick break and enjoy some fatherly humor as we celebrate the lighter side of parenting. 👨‍👧‍👦💜 youtu.be/L7CVZgRIMA8?si…

🎙️ Dad Joke Time! 😄 Senator Hearcel Craig stopped by to share some of his best Dad Jokes—and trust us, they’re worth the laughs (and maybe a few groans)! Join us for a lighthearted moment as we celebrate the fun side of fatherhood. 👨‍👧‍👦❤️ youtu.be/_1_tLl2dh_E

OCF Commissioners are appointed under Ohio law and represent all sectors of our community—state agency directors, legislators, the Governor’s designee, and citizens chosen for their dedication to fatherhood issues. Commissioners provide guidance to OCF and support programs.

Magistrate Heimbaugh and Ann Ream from Summit Kids joined the Father’s Walk at McEbright Community Learning Center in Akron last week! It was inspiring to see so many supportive and involved dads. A strong father figure or a caring male role model can make a lasting difference!

The Ohio Commission on Fatherhood is excited to share the Montgomery County Fatherhood Initiative video with you. OCF thanks Montgomery County for engaging and empowering fathers to strengthen families and communities. youtu.be/YnLkLNRgUoQ

Please continue to bring awareness to Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder by downloading the FASD Prevention Toolkit: fasdpreventionhub.org/toolkits-gener…

Make plans to attend!!!

Commission Chair, Scott Neely & Project Manager, Ashiko Hudson will present next week to the Groundwork Ohio organization, on the mission of the Ohio Commission on Fatherhood & the importance of fatherhood. Let's wish them well as they engage in this very important conversation.

“The Ohio Commission on Fatherhood staff wishes fathers a happy “June is Responsible Fatherhood Month” Please visit the website to review the Governor’s Resolution and father-child events occurring throughout the state at fatherhood.ohio.gov.

As a reminder to many and an FYI to others, February is American Heart Month—a time to focus on heart health and the steps we can take to protect it. Dads, your heart health matters—not just for you, but for your family who counts on you every day. Let's get healthy!!!

Make plans to attend our upcoming Commission Meeting. As a reminder, you can attend in person or virtually! Click on the link for additional details...... fatherhood.ohio.gov/.../our.../com…

Please share..... A retreat for dads of individuals with unique needs.

Happy New Year! As we step into this new year, the Ohio Commission on Fatherhood is reminded of the incredible joy and responsibility of being a father. Let’s make 2025 a year of growth, gratitude, and being the best dads that we can be! #fatherhood #happynewyear #newyear2025

More pictures form the 1st Annual Fatherhood Conference at Pickaway Correctional Institution, hosted by Passages Fatherhood Program, the Ohio Commission on Fatherhood, and the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction.

Over 130 fathers & father-figures attended the 1st Annual Fatherhood Conference at Pickaway Correctional Institution, hosted by Passages Fatherhood Program, the Ohio Commission on Fatherhood, and the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction. #Ignitingfatherhood