Family Lines

Equip & Educate: Our curricula and trainings are the "heart" of Family Lines - helping dads, and leaders of other dads by giving them tools, training, and inspiration to awaken and encourage the fathers they lead in their churches and communities. In 2024 our "Mending Lines" video curricula were downloaded by 86 small group facilitators across the country, increasing our reach by an additional 645 fathers in 2024! At the end of 2024 "Mending Lines" was in 50 states, 9 countries, and reaching approx. 3000 fathers total. In addition, we hosted virtual trainings designed to equip facilitators who gather and lead small groups of fathers and children on a regular basis. We also hosted a monthly "Dadvocate" group for fathers around the country who were looking for support and encouragement. This dynamic group averaged 6 dads per month from all different time zones in the U.S. Finally, we spoke 7 days, at 4 family events, to 450 parents/children, bringing a message to help challenge and inspire fathers to "stay engaged and finish strong" in the lives of their kids and family.

Fly Fishing Academy: The Family Lines Fly Fishing Academy provides opportunities for families and others to enjoy time together while learning more about fly fishing. Our FLFFA increases exposure and awareness to the greater work of Family Lines, and the money brought in from the FLFFA contributes to the overall organizational financial health and sustainability of Family LInes. Our message to participants is often, "All proceeds from our FLFFA go to the greater work and reach of Fmaily Lines, So, not only are you (and yours) getting a fun day of fly fishing together, but you are also helping a family you will never meet. Thank you!" There were 19 days with 59 people served in 2024.