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Upcoming Dad Guild Days at UVM! Free Tickets to two Women's sports events!

Hey folks! We have a couple great upcoming opportunities for dads looking to attend some NCAA sporting events with their children! Dads and their kids are invited to the following games:
  • Friday, February 3rd @ 6:00pm - UVM Women's Hockey vs. Merrimack
  • Saturday, February 18th @ 2:00pm - UVM Women's Basketball vs. New Jersey Institue of Technology
We have FREE tickets available to both games for members of the Dad Guild community, so you won't need to pay a dime! You'll need to reserve your tickets ahead of time, so don't be that person waiting until the last minute! Deadlines are:
  • Friday, February 3rd by 4:00pm for the hockey game
  • Friday, February 17th by 5:00pm for the basketball game
Feel free to reach out with any questions. If you're ready to reserve your tickets, please click here and fill out the following form. The tickets will be held at will call under your name. Cheers!
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Dads Helping Dads.

Dad Guild is a Vermont-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that engages father figures in their caregiver roles. Our organization uses a multifaceted approach to fatherhood engagement, including activities with and without children, virtual and in-person programming, and a variety of platforms for peer support.

Since our founding in early 2019, Dad Guild has developed and implemented over 500 hours of programming, and has established a network of nearly 750 fathers, the largest of its kind in the State of Vermont.

Want to learn more about our work and our impact? Click the image below to read our Fiscal Year 2021-22 Annual Report.
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Winter Bowling Extravaganzas are here!

Winter is tough for a lot of folks. We get it. So this year, we're really focusing on creating opportunities for fun and connection during those dark and cold months that often hit us the hardest. This winter, families are invited to come party with Dad Guild at one of our three Winter Bowling Extravaganzas!

These events will be taking place at the St. Mark Church Bowling Alley in Burlington's New North End. And yes, that isn't a typo. This church has a bowling alley. So rad.

Dad Guild families (partners too!) are invited to come bowl, play ping-pong, pool, foosball, air hockey, and listen to some jams while indulging in some seltzers, juice boxes, and light snacks. Talk about a middle school dream come true.

We've rented the space from the church and will not be charging for admission, but we are suggesting a donation of $20 per family for each two-hour experience. If you can pay more, feel free to do so. If you need to pay less or not at all, feel free to do so.

Space is limited! Each event has a cap of 40 total people, including all family members who will be attending. Get your tickets today by clicking this link. Please be in touch with any questions, and we'll see you out there!

How are you explaining Thanksgiving to your kids?

Thanksgiving is a great time to visit family and friends, recharge our batteries, and to express gratitude for the many wonderful things in our lives.

However, the stereotypical image of Indigenous people and Pilgrims celebrating together over a feast is grossly inaccurate. Please use this holiday to dig a little deeper, and to share information from some of the following resources with your kids:

  • ​A Native American Perspective on the Thanksgiving Story
  • ​How to talk to little kids about Thanksgiving, explained by a Native American children’s author
  • ​Talking to Kids About Thanksgiving: Center Truth, Connection and Being Grateful
  • ​A Story of Survival: The Wampanoag and the English
  • ​Freedom Means Podcast

Our Podcast is Out! Listen Today!

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Hey community! It’s been a minute, but Dad Guild’s podcast, Modern Pop, is now available for your listening pleasure on Apple, Spotify, SoundCloud, and Stitcher, with more platforms coming soon. Click one of those links for the platform of your choice!

In this first episode, we talk about the transition into fatherhood, and the joys, stresses, and all the other feels that come along with it. We also hear from a local dad about his personal journey.
If you’re a fan of men being vulnerable and having real conversations about fatherhood, then this podcast is for you. Huge thank you to the Vermont Community Foundation for the support in making this happen. More episodes coming soon!

If you have questions or comments, would like to hear about a certain topic, or anything else, feel free to email us at podcast@dadguild.org.

Welcome to Dad Guild

Founded in 2019, Dad Guild is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization formed to create a supportive network for new fathers in the greater Burlington, VT region.  We offer opportunities for dads to connect with one another, share their experiences, model positive father engagement, and advocate for parental equality.

Currently, Dad Guild supports a network of over 500 fathers of young children in the Burlington, VT area. We have established relationships with over two dozen different community partners, have connected with folks across the state, and have attracted over 200 dads to come out to in-person and virtual events.

Dad Guild does not discriminate, and is open to any person who identifies as a dad and/or is interested in fatherhood topics. Spread the good word.
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Monthly Newsletter

At the beginning of each month (or shortly after, cause you know...kids) Dad Guild releases a calendar and newsletter. Read the latest to see what we're up to! Please click the image below to read our latest newsletter, or click here to sign-up
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We need your support

We've accomplished a lot with minimal funding, but we've outgrown our current capacity, and need your help to keep making an impact on Vermont's fatherhood scene. Please take a few minutes to explore our website, read about our work , and consider making a financial contribution to Dad Guild, today. Thanks for your time, and please help spread the word!
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