Gainesville Resident Named Super Dad Finalist
Local father Darry Lloyd has reached the top five in a national parenting competition.
Updated on Oct. 14, 2026 in Philanthropy
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Darry Lloyd, an employee at the State Attorney's Office in Gainesville, has advanced to the top five in the national Super Dad competition. His candidacy was submitted by his son, Patrick.
Why it matters
The competition recognizes fathers for their contributions to community outreach and parenting, highlighting local residents who impact their areas. Winners receive financial support that can benefit their families and ongoing community efforts.
Darry Lloyd is currently ranked 5th in a field vying for a $25,000 grand prize. Only the top four finalists will advance to the final stage of the contest.
The players
Darry Lloyd
He is a Gainesville resident and an employee at the State Attorney's Office who was nominated for the national parenting award.
Children's Miracle Network
This organization manages the national competition and is known for its broader efforts in children's healthcare fundraising.
The details
Darry Lloyd earned his spot as a finalist due to his active involvement in local community outreach initiatives. The competition, which is managed by the Children's Miracle Network, relies on public voting to determine the outcome.
Timeline
Voting for the Super Dad competition will close on October 15, 2026, at 7 p.m.
Market Landscape
This competition operates within the broader landscape of national philanthropy programs managed by the Children's Miracle Network's philanthropic initiatives. It follows a recurring pattern where organizations leverage public engagement to bolster community outreach and charitable support.
Local residents can influence the outcome of the contest by participating in the public vote. The result of the competition will determine whether the $25,000 prize is awarded to a candidate from the Gainesville community.
The takeaway
Community recognition programs like this highlight the impact of individuals working within local institutions. Supporters are encouraged to verify voting deadlines to ensure their participation is counted before the final cutoff.
What happens next
The voting process for the competition concludes on October 15, 2026, at 7 p.m.
Further reading
Learn more about local community involvement in the Gainesville Philanthropy section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Wcjb.
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