In what is a recurring theme for him, President Barack Obama called on fathers to be more active in their children’s lives in a Father’s…
Haven’t heard much talk about Father’s Day this year. Debates about what Dad would like, what size he might wear, what he could use…
The best thing that ever happened to me was the day my daughter Shai was born. Looking into her eyes and spending time with her…
Barely Anyone Buys Actual Father’s Day Presents The National Retail Federation released a survey detailing how much, where, and what people will buy for Father’s Day this year.…
After being separated for 24 years, a father and daughter were reunited, only to discover the two had been volunteering at the same exact rescue…
Hallmark’s Mahogany Brand creates greeting cards specifically designed for African-American consumers. For this Father’s Day, they created 66 culturally relevant designs for African-Americans, and a few of these celebrated Black mothers. With 2 out of 3 Black homes solely ran by an African-American women, was Hallmark’s decision a good business choice, or an insult to […]
While there are many sons and daughters who were abandoned by their dads or never met them, there are many who had their father’s pass away at an early age. This is the story of contributing editor for TheGrio.com, Goldie Taylor. Her dad was murdered when she was 5 years old. Ever since, she’s lived […]
In a new survey conducted and released by TheRoot.com, Black fathers overwhelmingly responded that they are viewed in a “negative manner” in society. Close to 80 percent of Black men believe they get a bad rap. Sixty-four percent blame the media — TV, film, newspapers and magazines — primarily for the ways in which black […]
A story written by Katti Gray on TheGrio.com talks about what it takes to raise a great father; and if there’s a given road you have to follow to hope you raise a man capable of being one. Here’s an excerpt: “I learned everything I know about fatherhood from the scriptures. The story of Abraham…blessing […]
In his weekly address to the nation, President Obama reflected on Father’s Day, his experience as a parent, and the importance of being a good father. WATCH VIDEO OF HIS WEEKLY ADDRESS BELOW RELATED: Obama On Father’s Day: Time to Honor The Men Who Raised Us
