Parent Groups
Being in a caring, connected community like Durham means there are many organized parent groups where you can meet other parents to share the joys and struggles of parenting. Find a program that fits your needs! Groups are online and in-person for Durham parents.
Durham Resources

Communities in Schools of Durham-Parenting Education
In addition to a variety of programs for students, Communities in Schools of Durham provides support and education to parents of students in grades K-12: Incredible

El Centro Hispano
A Latino nonprofit organization providing a variety of support and opportunities to Latinx families in the Triangle.

Empowered Parents in Community (EPiC)
EPiC organizes and supports Black parents and their allies in its mission to dismantle systemic racial inequities and advocate for high quality educational opportunities.

Family Support Network of NC
Network of peer support for families of children with special needs, led by parents with lived experience.

Fatherhood of Durham
Working with fathers to develop life skills necessary to face financial, health, relationship and other critical challenges.


H.E.A.R.T.S. (Helping Each Adolescent Reach Their Spark)
H.E.A.R.T.S. supports young adolescent parents and pregnant people with tools to successfully become independent and self-sufficient.

La Leche League
Peer to peer lactation support for breastfeeding families, regardless of whether they are facing challenges or simply seeking to connect with others

Postpartum Support International
HelpLine (text/call support) and comprehensive support network, including support groups and additional resources, for parents facing perinatal mood and anxiety disorders or struggles in the transition to parenthood.

Triangle Area Parenting Support (TAPS) – Program for Early Parent Support
Free or low-cost weekly parenting support groups to make new friends, learn about child development, and build community support.