Todd Hadnot and Vernon Kampe join Father Andrew O’Connor on this episode of Conversations to discuss how Project HEART is helping strengthen families through relationship education, parenting classes, and individualized support. Building on the success of the former Fatherhood FIRE program, Project HEART now serves fathers, mothers, couples, and co-parents across multiple states, offering evidence-based classes designed to improve communication, parenting skills, and family stability.
Throughout the conversation, Todd and Vernon explain how the program meets families where they are by providing flexible virtual classes, personalized case management, and connections to additional community resources. They also share how Project HEART supports incarcerated parents, removes barriers to participation, and equips families with practical tools that create lasting change. Their shared goal is simple: help parents build stronger relationships so children can grow up in safe, supportive, and stable homes.
