Fatherhood with PEACE

Fatherhood with PEACE Graduates Another Successful Year

by Angel Belford | Jun 17, 2026 | News and Information

Congratulations to the fathers who completed the 2025-2026 Fatherhood with PEACE Inc. program. Throughout the year, participants came together to support one another, build meaningful relationships, and develop skills and knowledge that help strengthen their families and communities.

What began as a program has grown into an ongoing support network. Through shared experiences, discussions, and encouragement, these fathers formed lasting connections that will continue long after graduation. PEACE, Inc. is proud of everything they have accomplished for themselves and their children.

The graduation celebration also included a special tribute to Augustus Grissett Sr., who helped organize and lead the Fatherhood with PEACE program. Augustus Grissett Jr. was welcomed to the event in honor of his father’s contributions, giving him the opportunity to see firsthand the positive impact his father has had on fathers and families throughout the community.

PEACE, Inc. thanks everyone who helped make this year’s program a success and looks forward to seeing the continued positive impact these fathers will have in the years ahead.

To learn more about the program or sign up, visit: peace-caa.org/programs/frc/fatherhood/

The Dad That Never Quits

by Angel Belford | Jun 17, 2026 | News and Information

Nathanial Slater Sr., a member of the Fatherhood with PEACE program, submitted an original poem about fatherhood. His poem offers a personal reflection on the importance of fathers and the role they play in shaping strong families and communities.

The Dad That Never Quits

I’m the dad that never quits,
Even when life knocks me down.
Even when the weight is heavy,
I refuse to stay on the ground.
I’ve walked through pain and broken places,
Fought battles nobody could see.
But my children are my reason,
And my purpose lives inside of me.
Some days are hard, some nights are long,
And doubt tries to steal my peace.
But I lean on God for strength and hope,
And trust that His grace won’t cease.
I don’t just survive—I strive to grow,
To break old cycles and lead with love.
Building legacy brick by brick,
With faith in the Father above.
I show up when it’s inconvenient,
I stay when others walk away.
Because presence is power, and love is action,
And my children need me every day.
I’m not perfect, but I’m persistent.
I’m still learning, still becoming, still true.
Through discipline, accountability, and grace,
I’m creating something brand new.
So when the world asks, “How do you do it?”
I simply smile and say,
“I pray, I fight, and I keep showing up—
Because fathers don’t quit on their children.”
I’m the dad that never quits.
Not because I’m stronger than everyone else,
But because love gave me purpose,
And purpose gave me strength.
Forgotten Dads’ Voices
Turning pain into purpose. Breaking cycles. Building legacy. One day, one dad, one generation at a time.

-Nathanial Slater Sr.