How did the organization Parents without Partners get started?

Answer by  tfine (88)

Two single parents in New York City started the organization in 1957. Jim Egleston and Jacqueline Bernard decided single parents needed more support and thought they could help each other.

Answer by  Scarlet (100)

In the mid to late 1950s two single parents founded Parents without Partners to support unmarried parents in New York City. It's been over 40 years and this organization is still greatly respected and admired by many. As a self-help resource they have thrived to provide service throughout many years.

Answer by  treeluvr87 (30)

The organization was started when two single parents in the 1950s experienced loneliness and lack of support due to society's view of them. They also felt they had less access to resources. They formed this group with the intent to help all single parents.

Answer by  drowningindebt (73)

In 1957, two unmarried parents invited parents of similar marital status to a support group through the newspaper. Parents Without Partners grew as the media spread word about the group.

Answer by  cady (194)

Two single parents founded Parents Without Partners in 1959 as a support organization for unmarried or unpartnered parents in New York City. Its first meeting had only 25 people, but when it began to receive media attention, it grew quickly and widely expanded its reach.