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5️⃣ You Give Back—And Your Kids Learn to Do the Same

Membership includes service projects:

• Helping single parents

• Supporting seniors

• Community repair and garden days

• Your kids don’t just hear about generosity—they practice it.

Result:
You raise kids with empathy, work ethic, and responsibility.

6️⃣ It’s Far More Affordable Than Most “Family Activities”

Here’s a possible cost comparison (per year): ( may be adjusted)

• Activity

• Approx. Annual Cost

• Youth sports (1 child) $800–$1,500

• Gym membership (dad only) $600–$1,000

• Auto shop visits avoided?

• Kids’ camps / lessons $500–$2,000

• Men’s Foundry membership

• ONLY $50 per month or $550 per year

What Men’s Foundry replaces or reduces:

• Gym costs (physical work + strength training)

• Repair bills

• Paid workshops

• Fragmented family activities

👉 You spend less—and get more value across your whole family.

7️⃣ You Become a Better Man for the People Who Depend on You

This isn’t about perfection. It’s about direction.

Men who commit to Men’s Foundry report:

• Better patience at home

• More confidence in leadership

• Stronger marriages

• Kids who listen and engage more

Result:
Your family feels the difference—long after the meeting ends.

💡 THE BOTTOM LINE

Most dads already spend money on:

• Entertainment

• Repairs

• Activities that don’t build long-term value

Men’s Foundry is different.

It’s an investment that:

• Saves money

• Builds skills

• Strengthens family bonds

• Shapes the kind of man your children will follow

Why Membership Is One of the Best Investments a Dad Can Make

1️⃣ You Stop Doing Life Alone

Most dads carry pressure quietly—work, finances, marriage, parenting—with no place to talk honestly.

Men’s Foundry gives you:

• A consistent group of men who show up

• Older mentors who’ve already walked the road

• A safe place to talk about real issues without being judged

Result:
Less isolation. Better decisions. Stronger confidence as a father and husband.

2️⃣ You Learn Practical Skills That Save You Money

Membership isn’t just conversation—it’s hands-on learning.

You gain skills in:

• Vehicle maintenance (tires, brakes, inspections)

• Home and garden projects

• Tool safety and basic repairs

• Seasonal prep (winter, spring, outdoor skills)

What this means financially:

• Fewer shop visits

• Fewer emergency repairs

• More confidence fixing things yourself

👉 One avoided mechanic visit can cover months of membership.

3️⃣ You Spend Meaningful Time With Your Kids (Not Just Entertainment Time)

Many family activities are passive: screens, games, drop-offs.

At Men’s Foundry:

• You work with your kids

• You teach them real skills

• They see you learning and leading

Result:
Stronger bonds, better behavior, and kids who respect your guidance—because they’ve learned with you.

4️⃣ You Get Structure, Accountability, and Momentum

Most self-improvement fails because there’s no structure.

Men’s Foundry provides:

• Weekly rhythm

• Clear goals

• Visible progress (projects completed, skills learned)

• Accountability without pressure or shame

Result:
You actually follow through—at home, at work, and with your family.

Yearly long term member recognition rewards

Still in the development stage

Badge path

Per year points awarded

🟤 Apprentice 0–200 points

• · New member

• · Learning fundamentals

• · Badge color: bronze

⚪ Builder 200–500 points

• · Consistent attendance

• · Completed multiple skill modules

• · Badge color: steel

🟡 Journeyman · 500–900 points

• · Demonstrated reliability

• · Participated in service projects

• · Badge color: iron

⚫ Craftsman · 900+ points

• · 40+ weeks commitment

• · Mentored others

• · Badge color: black/charcoal

🔥 Foundry Pillar · Invitation only

• · Multiple-year consistency

• · Leadership & service impact

Rewards

The rewards below are not yet in place. They are subject to change and for January 2026 represent goals for the organisation to attract companies that would fill these rewards.

300 points Free meal or voucher

350 points Discount or starter kit Trades Company

400 points $25–$50 store credit Auto / Tire Shop Hardware / Tool Store

500 points Sporting / Outdoor Store Discount on gear

600 points Free inspection / rotation Garden / Nursery

700 points Discounted service call Café / Restaurant

800 points Credit Union Financial workshop + swag

900 points - free Men's Foundry T Shirt

Awarded and can be redeemed at the end of the calendar year. Cannot be carried over for the next year.

MEN’S FOUNDRY badge path for children/young adults

1️⃣ Initiate

Meaning: You showed up and committed to the process.
Earned by:

• Consistent attendance

• Following safety rules

• Willing participation (no coasting)

2️⃣ Operator

Meaning: You can safely use tools and complete tasks.
Earned by:

• Completing hands-on projects

• Demonstrating basic tool competence

• Showing reliability in setup and cleanup

3️⃣ Craftsman

Meaning: You understand not just how but why.
Earned by:

• Applying skills correctly and consistently

• Solving problems with guidance

• Helping others when asked

4️⃣ Steward

Meaning: You take responsibility beyond yourself.
Earned by:

• Participating in service projects

• Caring for tools, space, and people

• Modeling discipline and respect

5️⃣ Pillar

Meaning: Others are stronger because you’re present.
Earned by:

• Long-term attendance and consistency

• Mentoring younger participants

• Demonstrating humility, self-control, and reliability

Points system

Activity Points Earned

10 points Weekly attendance (adult session)

15 points Arrive on time Weekly dad + child session

20 points Completion of a practical skill module

25 points Mechanics, gardening, safety, etc. Community service / benevolence project

10 points Quarterly minimum Helping another member (verified)

15 points Tool lending, mentoring Leading a small task or demo

20 points 4-week perfect attendance bonus

50 points 12-week consistency bonus

150 points 40-week commitment milestone

Typical engaged member (40 weeks):
➡️ 700–1,000 points annually

Points are tracked publicly but anonymously (ID number or nickname).

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Men’s Foundry is a Canadian-based nonprofit organization dedicated to strengthening men, fathers, and families through intentional formation, practical skill-building, and community service. Operating across Canada, Men’s Foundry exists to address the growing isolation, skills gap, and lack of mentorship facing modern men by providing structured, values-driven environments where growth happens over time, not through quick fixes.

Through its core program, The Forge, Men’s Foundry equips men with practical life skills, leadership habits, and personal discipline that directly benefit families and local communities. These skills—ranging from mechanical and home maintenance to financial literacy, safety, and service—help fathers lead more confidently, reduce financial strain, and model responsibility for their children. Men’s Foundry emphasizes mentorship, accountability, and consistency as the foundation for lasting change.

Men’s Foundry serves families and communities across Canada by intentionally strengthening traditional family bonds and encouraging active community involvement. By creating opportunities for fathers and children to learn and serve together, the organization fosters resilience, responsibility, and mutual respect while contributing tangible value to neighbourhoods, churches, and local partners. This community-focused approach helps ensure that growth at home translates into positive impact beyond it.

The mission of Men’s Foundry is to build durable strength in men and families throughout Canada by investing time, resources, and skilled leadership into long-term formation. Recognizing that building lives—and rebuilding lives—takes patience and commitment, Men’s Foundry works alongside churches, community partners, government, and private donors to create sustainable programs that produce measurable, lasting outcomes for individuals, families, and the communities they serve.