Progress in the «90s In the early 1990s, with support from federal and private funders, Public / Private Ventures built on TFC's work through the six - site Young Unwed Fathers Pilot Project. (fatherhood.gov)
There are no parental rights for unwed fathers until paternity is determined. (kcfamilylawattorney.com)
For some advocates, this includes allowing unwed fathers who have not established legal paternity the right to adopt a child if the mother gives up custody through adoption or child welfare proceedings. (family.findlaw.com)