Empowering Fathers,
Transforming Families
At InvolvedDad, our mission is to empower men to become engaged and active fathers or father figures in the lives of their children. We believe in eradicating fatherlessness by turning the hearts of fathers back to their children, one father at a time.
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Our programs provide training, coaching, and peer support in a safe environment, helping men overcome the challenges of fatherhood and equip them with the tools they need to succeed.
STRONG
APPROACH
We utilize research-based techniques and insights from mentors who have experienced the crisis of fatherlessness firsthand. Our mentors encourage men to confront the issues that hinder their ability to be present fathers, address these challenges directly, and empower them with strategies for effective parenting.
Empowering, Motivating, and Training Fathers
Our mission is to EMPOWER and promote men to become actively engaged fathers. We aim to ERADICATE fatherlessness by inspiring fathers to reconnect with their children. We strive to MOTIVATE fathers to be active participants in their children's lives, leading the way and making a difference.
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We are dedicated to TRAINING fathers in effective parenting practices, helping them guide their children toward continual success.
Meet the People Behind InvolvedDad
Our team is composed of passionate individuals dedicated to our mission of eradicating fatherlessness and promoting engaged fatherhood. Each member brings unique strengths and expertise to the agency, helping us deliver impactful programs and services to fathers in our community.
Shon Y. Hart
Executive Director
As the esteemed Executive Director of InvolvedDad and Family Matters Supervised Visitation and Exchange Center, Shon embodies the essence of commitment, both as a devoted husband to his life partner Leah for over 21 years and as a loving father to three remarkable children.
Todd Womack
Lead Facilitator
Todd Womack is a social worker by profession. He currently serves as a lecturer and academic advisory at the University of Michigan- Flint in the Social Work
Department. He also serves as the Pastor of Community Connections at Flint Central Church of the Nazarene.
Raena Grant
Program Coordinator Family Matters
Raena is a mom, wife, and productivity coach. She was born and raised in Flint, MI, and discovered herself in Nashville, TN where she studied Psychology at Fisk University. I have a diverse background in social work fields.
Jennifer Olson
Program Manager, Family Forward
Jennifer Olson brings a wealth of community service experience to Genesee County as Program Manager for Family Forward, a pilot child support navigation initiative at InvolvedDad.
Allan Jordan
Dialogue
​Alan Jordan is the dedicated leader of the Dialogue Program, an initiative designed to equip young men with vital skills such as communication, conflict resolution, and self-esteem building.
Chuck Hill
Fatherhood Practitioner
Flint native Chuck Hill is a dedicated husband, father of six, and passionate community advocate. As a certified Domestic Violence Practitioner, Fatherhood Coach, and motivational speaker, he's spent over seven years guiding youth towards success.
Joyce Snider
Family Matters
Hailing from Flint, Michigan, Joyce Snyder is a dedicated community advocate currently serving through AmeriCorps. With a passion for helping others, she is committed to making a positive impact on her community.
​Linsey Carson
Supervised Monitor, Family Matters
​Linsey Carson is a compassionate and reliable professional with 30 years experience working in the foster-care and criminal justice systems
Grace Rowan
Administrative Assistant
Grace is an energetic professional with demonstrated expertise in administration and event planning with leadership experience in major events and community relations.
Leah M. Hart
Controller
Leah Hart, co-founder and Controller of InvolvedDad, is a dynamic force with deep roots in Flint, MI. Her entrepreneurial background and passion for finance have been pivotal in evolving InvolvedDad from a vision into a respected entity in Responsible Fatherhood programs.
Trace Fisher
Fatherhood Practitioner PROTECT Program
Trace Fisher is a leader deeply committed to serving others, embodying the principles of intentional leadership and community empowerment. As a father of two boys and someone who was raised by a single mother.
Ericka Coleman-Weatherspoon
Child Support Navigator
​Eric is dedicated to supporting children and families. With a background in literacy intervention at Greater Heights Academy and family coaching at Mercy House Flint
Ivory Miller
Child Support Navigator, Family Forward
Ivory Miller is a dedicated member of the Flint community and currently works as a Child Support Navigator in the Family Forward program
George E. Conway
Director of Mental Health Services
George Conway II is the owner/operator of ReImage Collective Counseling LLC a fully licensed and insured counseling agency that provides therapy for individuals and families.
Melvin Eckles
​Fatherhood Practitioner PROTECT Program
Melvin has extensive experience in mental health and substance abuse treatment in numerous communities across southeast Michigan.
Melissa Richardson
HR Coordinator
Melissa Richardson is a native of Flint and the HR Coordinator for InvolvedDad. She has over twelve years of experience in human resources administration and is instrumental in facilitating job postings
Randy Blake
Child Support Navigator
Randy Blake our Child support navigator, is a Human Resources professional with over 10 years of experience specializing in employee/family assistance coordination and workforce development.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
James Jackson, Sr.
Board President and Fatherhood Mentor Coordinator


James Jackson, Sr. Board President and Fatherhood Mentor Coordinator, is an advocate and driving force supporting InvolvedDad's impactful journey since its inception in 2015, as the board chair and Mentor Coordinator. James doesn't just lead; he ignites change.
Leah M. Hart
Secretary

Patty Kutil is a wife and mother of three adult children. After graduating from Michigan State University with a degree in Packaging, she worked in Manufacturing Management before becoming a full time mother, community leader, and volunteer.
Jacolbi Jarrett
Facilitator and Treasurer

Jacolbi Jarrett was born and raised in Flint, MI and is the husband to his wonderful wife, Stephanie. With the addition of two sons Evan and Ethan, the fantastic four proudly consider themselves Team Jarrett. As a family man of faith, Jacolbi strives to lead and an emphasis on work ethic.
Shonte' Smith
Board Member

Shonte’ is an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant. Over the past eight years, she has worked diligently in Genesee County to increase breastfeeding rates. She has worked in the hospital as a lactation intern, at various pediatric, and educating women about breastfeeding.
Hubert Roberts
Board Member

Hubert L. Roberts was born in Chicago, Illinois, and raised in Flint, Michigan. He graduated Highschool in Flint, MI, Bally Midwest Tech Novi, MI, and TOPS certified mentor program and is a Strategic reunification trainer. Roberts has worked with Flint Community Schools for 15 years.
Johnny Knott
Board Member

Johnny Knott is a father of three and have been married to Greta Knott for 38 years. Johnny served in the armed forces (US Army) from 1982 to 1986. After leaving the military he moved to Flint, MI where he served as a Deacon at Divine Grace Ministries.
Lee Miner
Facilitator and Treasurer

Jacolbi Jarrett was born and raised in Flint, MI and is the husband to his wonderful wife, Stephanie. With the addition of two sons Evan and Ethan, the fantastic four proudly consider themselves Team Jarrett. As a family man of faith, Jacolbi strives to lead and an emphasis on work ethic.
Kris Johns
Board Member

Kris Johns, with his expertise in Digital Marketing and Community Outreach, brings a unique blend of online engagement and community connectivity to InvolvedDad. His innovative digital strategies and commitment to community values are poised to significantly enhance InvolvedDad's outreach.
Involved dad NEWS
WHO WE ARE
InvolvedDad is a fatherhood, family healing, and youth development organization rooted in one belief: When fathers heal, families transform.
Through trauma-informed coaching, supervised visitation, legal support, and youth programming, we help fathers rebuild their lives, reconnect with their children, and create safety, stability, and opportunity across generations.
WHAT WE DO
InvolvedDad provides an integrated ecosystem of support built directly in response to what fathers told us they needed at each stage of healing.
IMPACT (Stabilization & Fatherhood Foundations)
Helping fathers gain stability, employment, financial responsibility, and parenting confidence.
SHIELD (Trauma + Accountability)
A trauma-informed program that addresses anger, harm, triggers, and emotional regulation.
Family Matters (Reconnection + Supervised Visitation)
A safe, home-like environment for rebuilding trust between fathers and children through supervised visitation.
PROTECT (Safety & Prevention for Boys and Young Men)
Preparing boys with the emotional tools and guidance needed to become safe, responsible, accountable men.
Family Forward (Whole-Family Healing)
Supporting mothers, partners, and co-parents to create safer, healthier, more communicative family systems.
DIALOGUE (Youth Emotional Development & Prevention)
Helping youth build communication skills, emotional awareness, and healthy coping strategies.