The Dovetail Project

24 HOURS LEFT TO APPLY‼️ If you or someone you know is a Chicago dad looking for a job, GED, or trade opportunity, now is the time. The Dovetail Project is accepting applications for the Spring 2026 cohort of our Fatherhood Program.

Calling all Chicago dads, there’s only 48 hours left to apply for The Dovetail Project’s spring 2026 cohort! 🚨 If you're ready to level up your career and be the best provider for your family, we’re ready for you. Apply now at thedovetailproject.org/apply

Black history lives in our homes, our families, and our communities. This month—and every month—we celebrate Black men choosing presence, healing, and purpose. The legacy continues. Happy Black History Month! 💪🏾

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. reminded us that doing what’s right doesn’t wait for the perfect moment—it begins now. This MLK Day, we honor the call to serve by investing in fatherhood, uplifting one another, and building futures rooted in love and accountability. #MLKDay

Welcome to 2026 – Happy New Year from The Dovetail Project! 🎉

As we close out 2025, we’re taking a moment to reflect on what moved us forward. From fathers choosing growth, to families finding strength, to communities showing up with purpose—this year was shaped by belief, connection, and resilience. 💪 These are our top moments of 2025!

As we reflect on this year, we extend our gratitude to those who make our work possible. To our family foundations, corporate partners, &individual donors—thank you for standing with us, believing in our mission, & walking alongside us as we continue this important work together.

The future is now. Every moment this year proves what’s possible when fathers are supported and families are strengthened across Chicago. ⏰ Still time to give. Make your year-end gift by 11:59 PM tonight and help carry this work forward. thedovetailproject.org/donate

As the year comes to a close, your generosity can take many forms, and each one strengthens fathers and families across Chicago. We’ve made it easier than ever to give in the way that’s most meaningful to you. 👉 Make your year-end gift today. thedovetailproject.org/donate

Our Dovetail alumni came together for an end-of-year celebration at a @chicagobulls game, sharing laughs, reconnecting, and celebrating brotherhood. Thank you to Terrence Roche and #DenkandRocheBuilders for donating a Box Suite experience  & memorable moments for our dads!

From our dove family to yours, Merry Christmas! 🎄🎁

A huge thank you to Early Walker (@Early_wwtowing ) for serving as the keynote speaker for our 30th Graduation Ceremony. We are grateful for your support, your dedication to our mission, and your continued investment in the lives of our fathers and the Chicago community.

We were honored to welcome FOX 32 Chicago as they highlighted our 30th Graduation Ceremony—a powerful moment celebrating fathers who chose growth, accountability, and family. Sharing these stories matters. Thank you @fox32news and @TIA_EWING for amplifying the work we do!

We’re proud to recognize our Outstanding Student Leadership Award recipients, powered by the #VivoFoundation. These young men led with accountability, dedication, and purpose. Thank you to the Vivo Foundation for championing fatherhood and helping us uplift excellence!

👏🏾 Celebrating our 30th Cohort of Dads 👏🏾 From our first certificates in 2010 to this moment—fatherhood, growth, and legacy in motion. We see you. We honor you. We celebrate you.

🎉 Cheers to our 30th Cohort of Dads 🎉 A powerful celebration of fatherhood, growth, and commitment. Congrats to our Fall 2025 graduates. Thank you to our host, Atiba Buchanan of WVON, and keynote speaker Early Walker for uplifting and inspiring our fathers!

Our Dovetail dads got a surprise visit to Halas Hall, sitting down with @ChicagoBears players for real conversations about fatherhood, family, and leadership. A reminder that the most important work happens at home – and on the field. 🐻⬇️Thank you @BearsOutreach!

The Ultimate Fatherhood Huddle 🏈 Our dads expected a routine day – then the bus pulled up to Halas Hall. Thanks to the @ChicagoBears & @BearsOutreach for an unforgettable Fatherhood Roundtable that reminded us: every father matters. Shaping futures, one committed dad at a time.

Our impact grows with partners like @BCBSIL — we are proud to have you powering our Turkeys and Trees Giveaway! And gratitude to Glen Brooks for being on the ground, helping us make this day possible. 💪 Stronger Families for Future Generations.

This is what community looks like — 9 years strong. Happy Holidays from the Dovetail Project!  Stronger Families for Future Generations 💪