Founded in 1999, the center for urban families (CFUF) has as its mission to strengthen urban communities by helping fathers and families achieve stability and economic success. CFUF envisions a society where individuals have the knowledge, skills, and resources to be self- sufficient; parents have the ability to provide the BEST for their children; and families are a solid foundation for healthy communities.CFUF is implementing our ALL in strategy by creating opportunities for economic security, strengthening family relationships, and providing access to key interventions through programs in three focus areas: economic success programs equip members with tools to achieve workplace success. (strive and back to business). Family stability programs that strengthen relationships. (baltimore responsible fatherhood services, and baltimore 2gen ecosystem initiative. Placed-based programs that build the capacity of residents to determine their communities' future (bcaan).