DCYF will recognize fathers actively engaging with their children throughout the dependency process.
To be eligible for the award, the father:
- Must have a dependency case within the past 12 months
- Must live in Washington State
- Engaged with their children in the dependency process
Nominations must include:
- The father’s name
- Why they should be recognized
- Examples of the father demonstrating positive behavioral changes (ex: participating in the process)
Nominations for the 2025 Engaging Fathers Award are now open. Please send the content requested above to dcyf.recognition@dcyf.wa.gov by April 30. The winner will be celebrated at a virtual ceremony on June 12.
Read about the recipient of the inaugural award in 2023: News Release: Father Recognized for Seeking Treatment, Services to Regain Custody of Daughter (govdelivery.com)
Read about the recipient of the 2024 Award: Pierce County Father Honored with ‘Engaging Father’ Award