Nominate a Father Who Has Reunited with their Child

April 18, 2025

DCYF is accepting nominations for the Engaging Father Award. This award is meant to recognize fathers who have had a successful outcome with their child welfare case. The virtual ceremony will be hosted on June 12, and the recipient will receive a prize for him and his family. 

To be eligible, the father:

• Must have a child in dependency (within the past 12 months)
• Must live in Washington State

Nominations need to include the following:

• The father’s name
• Why they should be recognized
• Examples of the father demonstrating positive behavioral changes (ex: participating in the process)

Email your nominations to dcyf.recognition@dcyf.wa.gov by Wednesday, April 30, 2025.