ABOUT US

We Are About Connection

We believe that every step toward connection matters. Whether you are a parent or grandparent, mentor or friend, your character and presence shape the heart and lives of the next generation. Acceptance, trust, love, and influence are created through simple intentional steps, and through the quiet work of becoming and modeling better versions of ourselves. Heart of the Fathers exists to strengthen families by restoring heart-level connection across generations. We believe lasting change happens not through control or shame, but through presence, understanding, and intentional relationship. Our work focuses on helping adults—especially parents and grandparents—grow in emotional resilience, self-awareness, and legacy-building so that children can thrive.

Our Belief

We believe lasting change happens not through control or shame, but through presence, understanding, and genuine connection. We believe that as adults—especially parents and grandparents—grow in self-awareness, emotional resilience, and presence, children can and will thrive. We provide education, tools, and experiences that support healing, connection, and generational renewal—helping families move from survival to wholeness.

Our Mission

At the Heart of the Fathers Foundation, we are proud members of the Sunset Generation—those in the later seasons of life—who are deeply invested in shaping a brighter future. Our mission is to empower the Rising Generation by helping them discover who they are, why they matter, and how they can live with purpose. Through connection, mentorship, and unconditional support, we strive to help parents and grandparents not just pass along wisdom, but more importantly, acceptance, love, vision, and positive influence.

Our Vision

We envision a world where generations no longer live in isolation from each other, but instead, walk hand in hand. The Heart of the Fathers Foundation provides tools, training, and encouragement to foster deep, lasting relationships between the Sunset and Rising Generations. We believe that when older generations share their stories, values, and life lessons—and when younger generations are truly seen, heard, and supported—a powerful transformation occurs. Our vision is to create communities where every generation is inspired to live with intention, and where legacy is built not just through what we leave behind, but through the lives we shape today.

Our Principles

Our principles of connection recognize that healthy grandparenting (and families) begin with inner wholeness, not authority. Principles such as humility, agency, empathy, acceptance, non-judgment, validation, safety, humility, vulnerability, and grace always prevail. With these, connection removes shame and empowers change.

What We Do

  • We Help & Inspire

    • We believe that spending intentional, meaningful time with your grandchildren is one of the most powerful investments you can make. It not only shapes their lives, but deeply enriches your own. We help and inspire grandparents to build strong, life-giving relationships that leave a lasting legacy.

  • We Build Networks

    • No grandparent should walk this journey alone. That’s why we connect with like-minded individuals, organizations, and communities to build a supportive network where grandparents can learn, share, and grow together.

  • We Consult

    • Your time with your grandchildren is precious—and limited. We offer personalized guidance to help you make the most of it, with practical strategies for creating moments that matter and memories that last a lifetime.

  • We Educate

    • It’s never too late to grow. We offer practical tools, training, and resources that help grandparents thrive in their role—whether that means navigating generational gaps, improving communication, or learning new ways to connect deeply with their grandchildren.

  • We Provide Care

    • We care deeply about the future of the rising generation. By supporting and nurturing grandparents, we are helping shape tomorrow’s leaders—rooted in love, grounded in values, and confident in who they are.

  • We Strengthen

    • We believe grandparents hold a vital role in guiding and shaping the rising generation. We uplift and empower them—encouraging a sense of purpose, and equipping them to share their wisdom, love, and experience in ways that truly make a difference.

What We Share

At the Heart of the Fathers Foundation, we are deeply committed to supporting the rising generation - young people who, despite growing up with unprecedented access to technology and information, often feel lost, alone, and without direction. Many are simply looking for someone who will listen without judgment, love without conditions, and guide without imposing expectations.

At the same time, we hold great respect for the Boomer and Gen X generations - those who carry a lifetime of wisdom, experience, and stories worth sharing. Our mission is to bridge the gap between the rising and sunset generations, and to empower both to build meaningful, lasting relationships that shape the future for good.

It’s our hope that this website and its resources will inspire and equip you - whether you’re working, semi-retired, or retired—to see the incredible opportunity before you. The return on investing in healthy, vibrant, and intentional relationships with your grandchildren? Absolutely priceless.