The History of NAFFA

Native American Fatherhood & Families Association, or NAFFA, is an Arizona based non-profit 501(C) (3) founded in 2002. NAFFA provides a variety of unique programs dedicated to strengthening families through responsible fatherhood and motherhood. Today, NAFFA has positively impacted thousands of lives and families.

Mission

To strengthen, keep, and reunite families by responsibly involving fathers and mothers in the lives of their children, families, and communities.

Vision

To inspire fathers and mothers to become models of healthy parenting everywhere.

The Founding of NAFFA

Mr. Albert Pooley founded Native American Fatherhood and Families Association with the purpose of strengthening and keeping families together.  Albert M. Pooley was born to the Hopi and Navajo Native American cultures growing close to both cultures on the reservation where the love of his father and mother taught him outstanding life lessons. From his early youth, he witnessed the struggles and challenges of his people, and his heart was filled with the desire to help.

He holds a Master of Social Work (MSW) and Master of Public Administration (MPA) and has extensive experience as a marriage and family counselor.

Al Pooley