On the assumption that fathers have been relatively absent from family support programs, this publication of the Family Resource Coalition addresses the role of fathers in family support programs, examines the impact of fathers on their children, and describes programs involving fathers successfully. Articles include: (1) "What's Behind the Fatherhood Debate? A Guide for Family Support Practitioners," (James A. Levine, Edward W. Pitt); (2) "Collaborating for Fathers: A County-Wide Coalition Addresses Fatherhood"; (3) "How Programs are Advocating for Father-Friendly Systems," (Dwaine Simms, Elizabeth Sandell); (4) "Child Development: The Difference a Dad Makes," (Kyle D. Pruett); (5) "Parents' Group is a Resource for Fathers, and Mothers): Mar Vista Family Center"; (6) "Father to Father," (Al Gore); (7) "Public Policy and Poor, Unwed Fathers: Case Studies Show Dads Aren't 'Deadbeats'" (Daniel Ash); (8) "Bringing Home Better Communication: Fathers' and Mothers' Groups Work Together in Baltimore"; (9) "Fathers and Families: Building a Framework for Research, Practice, and Policy," (Vivian Gadsden); and (10) "Con Los Padres: How One Program Encourages Father Involvement." A list of resources concludes the publication. (KDFB)