Flint, MI – May 27, 2025 – In the true spirit of collaboration, InvolvedDad, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Flint and Genesee County, and Motherly Intercession are excited to host the 2nd Annual Community Block Party on Saturday, June 7, 2025, from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM at METRO Business Center (1172 Robert T. Longway Blvd, Flint, MI 48503 – behind the Holiday Inn Express).
This vibrant celebration is all about bringing the community together! Attendees can look forward to InvolvedDad’s highly anticipated 2nd Father-Que event, alongside a day filled with family-friendly activities, live music, free community resources and exciting giveaways.
Admission is free, and we strongly encourage pre-registration to help ensure a fantastic experience for all. Visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2nd-annual-community-block-party-tickets-1364679897309?aff=oddtdtcreator
Honoring Fatherhood, Mentorship & Community
Leading up to the Community Block Party, InvolvedDad hosted its Inaugural Fatherhood Legacy Luncheon on Thursday, May 5, from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM at The Durant. The event featured a special keynote from Mark D’Antonio, former Michigan State University Football Head Coach, celebrating the impact of fatherhood and family leadership.
Meanwhile, Big Brothers Big Sisters continues its mission to empower young boys and men through mentorship. As part of this commitment, the organization is launching its “30 MENtors in 30 Days” campaign throughout June—aiming to recruit 30 new Big Brothers to serve as dedicated role models.
The community is invited connection, and the power of positive relationships!
For more information or to pre-register, please contact Paul Kilgore, Big Brothers Big Sisters’ Vice President of Programs at 810-235-0617 or pkilgore@bbbsflint.org.
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Interested in representing your organization as a community resource at the Community Block Party? Contact Paul Kilgore, Vice President of Programs at 810-235-0617 or pkilgore@bbbsflint.org.
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About Motherly Intercession
Motherly Intercession is a non-profit organization that provides services for children of incarcerated parents and their families. Motherly Intercession’s mission is to empower children to break the cycle of intergenerational incarceration. For more information, contact Necole Hayes, Executive Director (email – hayesn@unlocktheirfuture.org, phone – 810-424-9909 or visit www.unlocktheirfuture.org.
About Big Brothers Big Sisters of Flint and Genesee County (BBBSFGC)
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Flint and Genesee County has served youth and community since 1944. With a goal to serve 500 youth annually in its one-to-one mentoring program, the organization defends the potential of youth building the biggest possible futures. Its one-to-many initiatives broaden the scope of service and includes School-Based Mentoring programs in Flint Community Schools and the Genesee Intermediate School District; its Bigs in Blue program strengthening relations with law enforcement and community; and its collaborative efforts in building resiliency and mindfulness through trauma-informed care. Big Brothers Big Sisters of Flint and Genesee County is a proud member of the United Way. For more information, contact Lisa Humphrey, President/CEO (email – lhumphrey@bbbsflint.org, phone – 810-235-0617 or visit www.bbbsflint.org.
About InvolvedDad
InvolvedDad is a non-profit organization that creates strong families and communities through fatherhood engagement. InvolvedDad’s mission is to empower and promote males to become actively engaged fathers or father figures in the life of every child. To eradicate fatherlessness by turning the heart of the father back to the heart of children, one father at a time. To motivate fathers to become active in the lives of their children. Leading the way, making a difference. To train fathers in the best parenting practices to thereby empower and influence their children to walk in continual success. For more information, contact Shon Hart, Founder and Executive Director (email – shonhart@involveddad.org, phone – 810-348-3194 or visit www.involveddad.org.
