Help Father Figures Become a Nonprofit to Serve Families

Hi, my name is Marquise Ryan, and I’m the founder of Father Figures. A movement inspired by my daughter, created to bring families together, support fathers, mothers, and kids, and build a stronger community through love, connection, and action.

Father Figures started as a clothing brand, but it grew into something much deeper: a mission to create free and meaningful events for families, from parenting conferences and 5Ks to Daddy-Daughter Dances and volunteer efforts. I’ve been blessed to organize these events using my own resources, driven by passion and faith. I’ve gone door-to-door visiting businesses, asking for sponsorships, and working to bring people together, because I believe the kids are our future.

Now, I’m asking for your help so Father Figures can take the next big step: becoming an official 501(c)(3) nonprofit. This will open the door for grants, bigger partnerships, and more opportunities to serve families without always coming out of pocket.

Our goal is $275 just enough to cover the filing fees for nonprofit status.

Every donation, like, and share brings us closer. I’m truly grateful for every bit of support and for everyone who has believed in this vision.

Together, we can build something that lasts.