501(c)(3) Nonprofit · Serving Long Island since 1994
Fathers showing up for the next generation.
Youth enrichment, scholarships, college exposure and cultural celebration across Long Island.
COMEDY JAM FUNDRAISER · FRI, DEC 4 — Early-bird tickets $75 until Nov 15. Get yours now →
Next fundraiser · One night only
Comedy Jam
An evening of laughs, music and great food — and every ticket supports CFA’s youth programs and scholarships.
When
Friday, Dec 4
Doors open 7 PM
Where
The Bisou Experience
120 Broadhollow Rd, Farmingdale, NY
Tickets
$75 early bird
Rises to $90 on Nov 15
The lineup
Host: Osei Caleb · Kareem Green · Gerald Kelly · Shawn Harvey · DJ Movemaker
Comedy · DJ · Food by Fat Hogs (Chef Bernard) · Cash bar
Who we are
Fathers investing in our community for over 30 years.
The Concerned Fathers Association Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to empowering our community through impactful programs. We run a Chess & Science program, host an annual high school scholarship graduation brunch, sponsor a young adult on the HBCU college tour, and present an annual African American History exhibit at the community library.
We also partner with other organizations to celebrate Kwanzaa, the Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service and Black History Month. Join us in making a difference.
Our work
Programs that build futures
Your tickets and donations go directly to these programs.
· Fall 2026
Chess & Science
Hands-on science and chess for young minds — discipline, discovery and brighter tomorrows.
HBCU College Tour
We sponsor a young adult to explore historically Black colleges and universities — explore, discover, lead.
Scholarship Graduation Brunch
Each year we celebrate graduating high school seniors and award scholarships toward their next chapter.
African American History Exhibit
An annual exhibit at the community library honoring the people and stories that shaped our history.
Community Celebrations
Kwanzaa, MLK Day of Service and Black History Month — together with our community partners.
Help us reach more young people.
Every gift supports supplies, scholarships and trips.
Youth program spotlight
CFA Chess & Science — Fall 2026
A 10-week program combining chess and STEM activities — building strategy, critical thinking, problem solving and confidence. Stronger minds, brighter futures.
When
Saturdays
11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Where
Wyandanch-Wheatley Heights Ambulance Corp
295 Merritt Avenue
Program
10 weeks
Started September 26
FATHER
Protector, teacher and encourager: a person who picks you up when you fall, brushes you off and lets you try again.
COMMUNITY
A collective network of shared experiences, cultural ties and mutual support.
ENRICHMENT
“Don’t limit a child to your own knowledge, for he was born in another time.” — Rabindranath Tagore
SERVICE
“We are the ones we’ve been waiting for. We are the change that we seek.” — Barack Obama
In the community
Moments that matter
Get involved
Donate, volunteer, or enroll your child — there’s a place for you in this work. Questions? Email ConcernedFathers@cfali.org.