F.A.R.M. Family Assistance for Renaissance Men

In 1987, I was laid off from work. I had five maxed credit cards, a house note, a car note, and child support payments. It seemed I was at a dead end with no hope in sight. I became depressed because I couldn’t find employment, and my unemployment benefits were running out. There wasn’t enough money coming in to pay for everything. I didn’t know what to do and had plans to move, to run. I wanted to take my little money and leave the state. I tried to escape the pressures and responsibilities, which included my children. At that point, it was self-preservation; that’s all I knew. It seemed instinctive. I was only 25 years old.

Of course, that’s not how the story ended. God had another plan for me and my relationship with my three boys. I gave Him a chance, and immediately, my life had purpose, meaning, and direction.

This is why FARM was created: to help men reunite with and make a difference in their children’s lives. Statistics tell us that the world is a better place when fathers learn to take their rightful place, helping to raise, teach, and support their children.