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Forestdale Inc.

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Forestdale is a leader in New York City youth and family services, serving the boroughs of Queens and Brooklyn. Forestdale’s mission is to ensure that children and families have the fundamental assets needed to thrive and live independently.

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Forestdale Inc. @forestdaleinc.bsky.social · 02/10/2025
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. We stand with those affected and encourage everyone to know the signs and symptoms. Early detection saves lives. #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth
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Forestdale Inc. @forestdaleinc.bsky.social · 15/09/2025
This Hispanic Heritage Month, we honor the stories, resilience, and traditions that shape communities and inspire generations to come. #HispanicHeritageMonth
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Forestdale Inc. @forestdaleinc.bsky.social · 15/09/2025
Este Mes de la Herencia Hispana celebramos las historias, la resiliencia y las tradiciones que dan forma e inspiran a las generaciones futuras. #MesDeLaHerenciaHispana
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Forestdale Inc. @forestdaleinc.bsky.social · 05/09/2025
Learn about fostering a child! We're looking for foster parents who care deeply about kids. You can be single or married. We’ll support you with training, 24/7 support, and resources tailored to the child’s needs. Reach out to learn more: forestdaleinc.org/contact #queens #brooklyn #foster
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Forestdale Inc. @forestdaleinc.bsky.social · 02/09/2025
Our 2025 Backpack Event was a blast! On Wednesday, we welcomed families for a fun-filled day of activities and brand new school supplies! Huge thanks to all who made this possible! Special thanks to @lynn4nyc.bsky.social for your continued support. It was an honor to have you with us!
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Forestdale Inc. @forestdaleinc.bsky.social · 21/08/2025
An 8/18/2025 NYT article shows that cash transfers reduce poverty in Kenya. Forestdale's GIP found the same here: Monthly stipends help families reduce stress, afford nutritious food, and increase their focus on their kids’ education. These outcomes are powerful indicators of future child success.
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Forestdale Inc. @forestdaleinc.bsky.social · 21/08/2025
Next week, at Forestdale's annual backpack event, youth in our programs will receive their brand-new school supplies. Could you help us reach our fundraising goal? We are grateful for any amount. Donate today: tinyurl.com/FDbackpackdr...
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Forestdale Inc. @forestdaleinc.bsky.social · 19/08/2025
28 fathers and their families in our Strong Fathers program went on a fun-filled trip to Dorney Park. Families shared laughter and unforgettable memories. At Forestdale, we believe that quality time strengthens bonds and builds open communication—helping families grow stronger. #StrongFathers
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Forestdale Inc. @forestdaleinc.bsky.social · 08/08/2025
Buying new school supplies can be a struggle for families facing financial hardship. With a donation of $35, you can provide a new backpack and school supplies to one of the youths in our programs. Make a difference this back-to-school season! Donate here: tinyurl.com/FDbackpackdr... #backtoschool
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Forestdale Inc. @forestdaleinc.bsky.social · 04/08/2025
Become a Foster Parent - find out more! We welcome families, couples, or single adults of all backgrounds. Foster parenting means offering love and understanding, safety, and stability—when a child needs it most. www.forestdaleinc.org/become-a-fos...
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Forestdale Inc. @forestdaleinc.bsky.social · 01/08/2025
900 children are counting on us this back-to-school season! Your donation provides a brand-new backpack and supplies to a child in our foster care and preventive programs. Help a student feel prepared to start the year strong—donate today: tinyurl.com/FDbackpackdr...
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Forestdale Inc. @forestdaleinc.bsky.social · 29/07/2025
We proudly celebrated the incredible achievements of our middle school, high school, and college graduates! We are excited to share that 14 out of 15 high school seniors will head to college this fall, and 7 of our students have earned college degrees! #Forestdaleinc #ClassOf2025 #Fosteryouth
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Forestdale Inc. @forestdaleinc.bsky.social · 24/07/2025
Alex showed up eager to learn, but without the supplies he needed, he felt unprepared. Thanks to donors, Forestdale gave Alex a backpack full of essentials and a boost of confidence. Now, 900 more children are counting on us for that same fresh start. Donate today! tinyurl.com/FDbackpackdr...
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Forestdale Inc. @forestdaleinc.bsky.social · 16/07/2025
Give a child a fresh start this school year! Your support provides essential school supplies and creates a lasting impact on their education. Link to donate: bit.ly/FDbackpacks #ForestdaleInc #fostercare #backtoschool
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Forestdale Inc. @forestdaleinc.bsky.social · 10/07/2025
Children entering foster care may lose their school, friends, or culture. Staying in their community helps youths heal and thrive. We're looking for foster parents who care deeply about kids. You'll receive training and resources tailored to the child’s needs. www.forestdaleinc.org/contact #NYC
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Forestdale Inc. @forestdaleinc.bsky.social · 07/07/2025
Please donate today to help us provide quality school supplies to over 900 of Forestdale's youth, who may not otherwise have access to necessary materials for the new school year: bit.ly/FDbackpacks #backpackdrive #supportlocal #Forestdaleinc #fostercare
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Forestdale Inc. @forestdaleinc.bsky.social · 01/07/2025
We celebrated our Strong Fathers graduates and invited the public to a joint "Spring into Health" event with @dycd.bsky.social. They enjoyed free food, activities, and information on healthy living. Fathers shared powerful stories about how the program has helped them grow as fathers and men.
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Forestdale Inc. @forestdaleinc.bsky.social · 18/06/2025
Last weekend, our Strong Fathers program participated in our Annual Fathers Retreat. They shared their experiences in parenting skill-building workshops and enjoyed fun and challenging outdoor activities while building new and supportive relationships. #foresdaleinc #fathersday #StrongFathers
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Forestdale Inc. @forestdaleinc.bsky.social · 17/06/2025
Thank you to the volunteers who joined us for Deloitte’s #ImpactDay! Along with our facilities team, they helped with landscaping tasks and gave our Forest Hills campus the perfect summer refresh. We appreciate all your hard work! #ImpactDay2025
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Forestdale Inc. @forestdaleinc.bsky.social · 11/06/2025
@hsany.bsky.social sat down with seven of the candidates running for NYC mayor and asked them the pressing questions the human services sector needs to know. Watch the interviews here: www.humanservicesaction.org/mayoralchat
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Forestdale Inc. @forestdaleinc.bsky.social · 21/05/2025
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Op-Ed | Why New York’s child welfare system is in capable hands under Commissioner Jess Dannhauser | amNewYork
As retired heads of two of the City’s leading non-profits, who spent a combined nearly 75 years leading agencies that worked closely with the City’s child
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Forestdale Inc. @forestdaleinc.bsky.social · 21/05/2025
Forestdale hosts an annual Foster Parent Appreciation Dinner to honor and thank foster parents for their selfless dedication, love, and support. We recognize their vital role in providing safe, nurturing homes for children in need. #NationalFosterCareMonth #fosterparenting #grateful
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Forestdale Inc. @forestdaleinc.bsky.social · 16/05/2025
Forestdale staff joined advocates at the Capitol to support the Solutions Not Suspensions bill. Students and parents shared powerful stories about how unnecessary suspensions and a lack of support systems in schools lead to poor grades, repeated suspensions, and instability in students’ lives.
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Forestdale Inc. @forestdaleinc.bsky.social · 13/05/2025
Are you considering fostering? Children seek a safe, stable, and caring home during challenging times. Learn more during our foster parent orientation session. www.forestdaleinc.org/become-a-fos... Foster parents receive training, a monthly stipend, and access to a team of specialists. Contact us!
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Forestdale Inc. @forestdaleinc.bsky.social · 13/05/2025
Today, 200+ parents, students & advocates are in Albany calling on NY lawmakers to pass the #SolutionsNotSuspensionsNY bill (A.118/S.134). @solagesny.bsky.social Our students deserve solutions and support, not punishment. #PassA118S134 #EndSchoolPushout
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Forestdale Inc. @forestdaleinc.bsky.social · 08/05/2025
A Night to Remember! The Forestdale Benefit was a great success. To our honorees, sponsors, donors, and every guest who joined us, thank you for making this night unforgettable. Your support empowers us to keep working toward a brighter future for children and families. 💙 #Gratitude
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Forestdale Inc. @forestdaleinc.bsky.social · 25/04/2025
We honor and thank Queens Borough President Donovan Richards for his unwavering vision and leadership. His belief in what’s possible for Queens—a borough rooted in inclusion, unity, and collective progress—inspires and guides us. We are building a future where everyone rises, belongs, and thrives.
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Forestdale Inc. @forestdaleinc.bsky.social · 18/04/2025
Participate in our silent auction: over 70 great kitchen items, entertainment, events, and family activity items. The funds raised will help Forestdale provide youth and families with the skills, support, and resources they need to overcome adversity and thrive. Bid now at tinyurl.com/Auction4Kids
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Forestdale Inc. @forestdaleinc.bsky.social · 07/04/2025
Every child deserves a safe, nurturing environment to grow and thrive.💙 Child abuse is 100% preventable. Let's help parents, caregivers, and families create futures where all children are safe, loved, and empowered. #ChildAbusePreventionMonth #Strongfamilies
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Forestdale Inc. @forestdaleinc.bsky.social · 27/03/2025
Please join us on May 1, 2025, at Forestdale's Annual Benefit for an evening of inspiration. This year’s theme highlights the extraordinary resilience of the youth we serve and celebrates their journey toward healing and rediscovery of joy. Buy tickets or donate: tinyurl.com/benefit25
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Forestdale Inc. @forestdaleinc.bsky.social · 26/03/2025
Forestdale is pleased to announce Lorraine Stephens, MSW, as Executive Director, effective 5/19/2025. Working in transition with current E.D. Bill Weisberg, Ms. Stephens will leverage her expertise in government services and nonprofit management to guide Forestdale's growth and support to families.
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Citizens' Committee for Children of New York @cccnewyork.bsky.social · 25/03/2025
#DYK NY is LAST out of all 50 states in timely delivery of critical #EarlyIntervention services for infants & toddlers? Our State leaders must prioritize EI investments in the budget to support critical child development & connect families with timely services! Take action: bit.ly/einys25
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Urge State Leaders to Prioritize Early Intervention Now | CCC New York
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Forestdale Inc. @forestdaleinc.bsky.social · 25/03/2025
#Right2RemainSilent (A2620) passed the Assembly Children and Families Committee! Thank you to the Sponsor and Chair of C&F, Assembly Member Andrew Hevesi, for prioritizing this bill and moving it forward!
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Forestdale Inc. @forestdaleinc.bsky.social · 20/03/2025
Do you live in Southeast Queens? Come to our Community Connection family enrichment center on Friday evening for family fun! #queens #games #family
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Forestdale Inc. @forestdaleinc.bsky.social · 19/03/2025
Become a foster parent and provide stability, care, and guidance during one of the most crucial times in a young person's life. A team of specialists will support you and the foster youth. Forestdale will provide a stipend. Learn more at fosterparent.info #foster #Queens #Brooklyn #Family #Adopt
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Forestdale Inc. @forestdaleinc.bsky.social · 05/03/2025
"No country can ever truly flourish if it stifles the potential of its women and deprives itself of the contributions of half its citizens." - Michelle Obama #womenshistorymonth
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Forestdale Inc. @forestdaleinc.bsky.social · 19/02/2025
In honor of #BlackHistoryMonth we feature influential artists. How many musicians do you recognize? Who is your favorite? #BlackHistoryMonth2025
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Forestdale Inc. @forestdaleinc.bsky.social · 14/02/2025
Happy Valentine's Day! #Queens #Brooklyn #NewYork
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Forestdale Inc. @forestdaleinc.bsky.social · 13/02/2025
Lewis Howard Latimer, a Queens native, achieved great success as a draftsman, patent expert, and inventor, contributing to the design of the incandescent lightbulb. Latimer was also a passionate advocate for racial equality and education. en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lewis_H... #BlackHistoryMonth #queens
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Forestdale Inc. @forestdaleinc.bsky.social · 06/02/2025
Become a foster parent and provide stability, care, and guidance during one of the most crucial times in a teen's life. You can help them heal, grow, and build confidence. The trust you build will last a lifetime. You won't be alone on this journey a team of Forestdale specialists will support you.
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Forestdale Inc. @forestdaleinc.bsky.social · 31/01/2025
We were proud to stand alongside COFCCA, advocating for policies that strengthen support for children and families in foster and preventive care. Our team met with legislators, including Assembly Member Jonathan Rivera, to push for key changes. #COFCCA #FOSTERCARE #FAMILIES
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Forestdale Inc. @forestdaleinc.bsky.social · 29/01/2025
Gong Xi Fa Cai! Wishing you a prosperous, joyful, healthy New Year. #LunarNewYear2025 #NYC
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Forestdale Inc. @forestdaleinc.bsky.social · 28/01/2025
It's cold out there, but Star Subaru is looking out for the Queens community! Thank you so much for donating coats for children and teens in Forestdale programs. Several parenting programs started this month, and the children will be happy to receive warm coats. #grateful #queens #Forestdaleinc
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Forestdale Inc. @forestdaleinc.bsky.social · 21/01/2025
Thank you to MSG Entertainment for their generous donation of tickets to a holiday performance of Annie! Families in our programs were able to experience this extraordinary event—an opportunity they might not have had otherwise. Moments like these remind us of the power of community. #MSG #thanks
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Forestdale Inc. @forestdaleinc.bsky.social · 17/01/2025
Join us and attend Forestdale's Annual Benefit on May 1, 2025. This year’s theme highlights the extraordinary resilience of the youth we serve and celebrates their journey toward healing and rediscovery of joy. Let's honor their successes and support Forestdale’s vital work. tinyurl.com/benefit25
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Forestdale Inc. @forestdaleinc.bsky.social · 07/01/2025
It is the perfect time to refocus, chase dreams, break bad habits, and connect with what matters most. Make sure your goals are what you truly want. Keep them realistic and specific and success will follow. Let’s make 2025 a year of growth and accomplishment! What’s your #2025Resolution?
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Forestdale Inc. @forestdaleinc.bsky.social · 02/01/2025
Show a foster child that she or he is loved, worthy, and cared for! Children hope for a stable, loving home until they can be reunited with their parents. We provide a stipend and support services—you won't be alone. Help a child flourish! Contact us today! www.forestdaleinc.org/become-a-fos...
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Forestdale Inc. @forestdaleinc.bsky.social · 30/12/2024
We are so thankful to our supporters who helped make the holidays special for the families in Forestdale programs. #grateful #foresthills #nyc #Queens #Brooklyn
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Forestdale Inc. @forestdaleinc.bsky.social · 05/12/2024
Forestdale hosted Assembly member Andrew Hevesi, alongside the New York Immigration Coalition (NYIC), United Neighborhood Houses, Cabrini Immigrant Services, the Working Family Tax Credit Coalition, Senator Gounardes’ staff, and families to rally for the Working Families Tax Credit (WFTC) #NewYork
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Forestdale Inc. @forestdaleinc.bsky.social · 04/12/2024
You can share the joy of holidays, your love, and the stability of a safe home with a foster child, making a real difference in their life. Foster parents receive training, assistance from caseworkers, support from our foster parent group, and a stipend. www.forestdaleinc.org/become-a-fos...
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