Daddy Issues · 41 minutes Strong Fathers graduate Micheal Paz joins Larry and Jason to talk about his experience at Fathers and Families Center. He shares how showing up and being willing to learn helped him find a renewed sense of purpose.

Daddy Issues · 46 minutes What does Fathers and Families Center do, and what is the Strong Fathers experience like for the men who take part? Graduate Kaleb Davis shares his fatherhood journey with Larry and Jason, offering a personal introduction to the people and purpose behind FFC’s work.

Who Gets What? · Guest appearance President and CEO Larry Smith joins Morton Marcus and John Guy to discuss how Fathers and Families Center supports fathers through personal development, career preparation, construction training, and high school equivalency education. He also talks about serving men who are rebuilding their lives after incarceration.

Fathers and Families Center recently joined FOX59’s Indy Now to preview its inaugural Fatherhood Conference, taking place October 7 at the Indianapolis Marriott North. The conference will bring together professionals, community leaders, service providers, and advocates for a day of learning and conversation focused on strengthening fathers, families, and communities.

Fathers and Families Center President and CEO Larry Smith recently joined WISH-TV’s Lifestyle Live to discuss the organization’s recognition with the Mayor’s Workforce Impact Award and the work behind that honor. Larry also shared how Fathers and Families Center served a record 1,200 men last year, plans for the organization’s move to Brougher Plaza in January, and details about the inaugural Fatherhood Conference on October 7. Watch the full Lifestyle Live interview.

Fathers and Families Center President/CEO Larry Smith recently appeared on WTHR’s Parent Squad to discuss the mission of Fathers and Families Center and the importance of supporting fathers throughout Indianapolis. During the conversation, Larry shared how Fathers and Families Center works alongside fathers as they build stability, strengthen relationships and take steps toward a stronger future for themselves and their families. At Fathers and Families Center, we know father

Fathers and Families Center President and CEO Larry Smith was recently featured on the IBJ Podcast for a conversation about leadership, fatherhood and the future of FFC. In the episode, Larry reflects on his path from corporate leadership to the nonprofit sector, the personal experiences that shaped his commitment to fatherhood, and the work Fathers and Families Center is doing to help men grow as people, parents, partners and providers. The conversation also highlights FFC’s

Fathers and Families Center President and CEO Larry Smith spoke with the Indianapolis Recorder after being named IBJ’s 2026 Nonprofit Executive of the Year in the small nonprofit category. In the Q&A, Smith reflects on the recognition as a team honor, the continued growth of Fathers and Families Center, the impact of serving more fathers each year and the experiences that shape his leadership.

WTHR recently highlighted Fathers and Families Center’s Vision for the Future Campaign and our work to expand space, programming, and support for Central Indiana fathers. Fathers and Families Center was recently featured by WTHR in a story highlighting the growing need for fatherhood services in Central Indiana and our plans to expand space and programming through the Vision for the Future Campaign. For 33 years, Fathers and Families Center has helped fathers build stronger r

Indianapolis Recorder | June 3, 2026 Fathers and Families Center was featured in the Indianapolis Recorder for the launch of our $5.5 million Vision for the Future Campaign. The article highlights our work to expand capacity, reduce the waiting list for fathers seeking support, and serve more families across Central Indiana. Read the Article

Fathers and Families Center President & CEO Larry Smith recently joined Indy Now to discuss FFC’s impact across Central Indiana and the next chapter of our work. During the segment, Larry shares more about our Vision for the Future Campaign, our upcoming move, and the Faces of Fatherhood Luncheon on Juneteenth, highlighting how each reflects our continued commitment to fathers, families, and the future of our community. Watch the full segment below.

Fathers and Families Center President & CEO Larry Smith recently joined Indy Now to discuss FFC’s impact across Central Indiana and the next chapter of our work. In the segment, Larry shares more about FFC’s economic impact, our upcoming move, and how expanding access to support helps fathers strengthen their families and build stability for the future. Watch the full segment below.

In this episode, Larry shares his journey from All-American track athlete, missing the Olympics by half a second, to becoming the youngest director of corporate strategy at a major global organization. He also reflects on becoming a father at 16 and how that experience came full circle, shaping his work today with Fathers and Families Center—where dads are empowered to become engaged parents and providers through free programs focused on education, employment, and family stab

November 20, 2025 | Mirror Indy Mirror Indy highlighted Fathers and Families Center’s Out and Up program at Duvall Residential Facility, where fathers nearing release participate in parenting classes designed to strengthen their relationships with their children and prepare for life after incarceration. The story features participants reflecting on fatherhood, family connection and their hopes for the future, while also highlighting FFC’s broader approach to helping men becom

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August 13th, 2025 An in-depth discussion about the Fathers and Families Center, a nonprofit in Indianapolis focused on helping low-income...

Larry Smith from Fathers and Families Center gives us the latest on what the organization is doing to serve Hoosier dads. Watch Part 1 of...