Forestdale Inc.
@forestdaleinc.bsky.social
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.
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
#BreastCancerAwarenessMonth
October 2, 2025 at 3:32 PM
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
#BreastCancerAwarenessMonth
This Hispanic Heritage Month, we honor the stories, resilience, and traditions that shape communities and inspire generations to come. #HispanicHeritageMonth
September 15, 2025 at 5:34 PM
This Hispanic Heritage Month, we honor the stories, resilience, and traditions that shape communities and inspire generations to come. #HispanicHeritageMonth
Este Mes de la Herencia Hispana celebramos las historias, la resiliencia y las tradiciones que dan forma e inspiran a las generaciones futuras. #MesDeLaHerenciaHispana
September 15, 2025 at 5:33 PM
Este Mes de la Herencia Hispana celebramos las historias, la resiliencia y las tradiciones que dan forma e inspiran a las generaciones futuras. #MesDeLaHerenciaHispana
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
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
September 5, 2025 at 6:59 PM
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
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
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!
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!
September 2, 2025 at 3:28 PM
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!
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!
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.
These outcomes are powerful indicators of future child success.
August 21, 2025 at 7:06 PM
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.
These outcomes are powerful indicators of future child success.
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...
August 21, 2025 at 2:58 PM
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...
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
Families shared laughter and unforgettable memories.
At Forestdale, we believe that quality time strengthens bonds and builds open communication—helping families grow stronger.
#StrongFathers
August 19, 2025 at 8:45 PM
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
Families shared laughter and unforgettable memories.
At Forestdale, we believe that quality time strengthens bonds and builds open communication—helping families grow stronger.
#StrongFathers
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
#backtoschool
August 8, 2025 at 3:19 PM
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
#backtoschool
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...
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...
August 4, 2025 at 2:57 PM
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...
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...
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...
August 1, 2025 at 7:52 PM
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...
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
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
July 29, 2025 at 2:34 PM
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
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
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...
Now, 900 more children are counting on us for that same fresh start. Donate today!
tinyurl.com/FDbackpackdr...
July 24, 2025 at 4:06 PM
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...
Now, 900 more children are counting on us for that same fresh start. Donate today!
tinyurl.com/FDbackpackdr...
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
Your support provides essential school supplies and
creates a lasting impact on their education. Link to donate: bit.ly/FDbackpacks
#ForestdaleInc #fostercare #backtoschool
July 16, 2025 at 7:48 PM
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
Your support provides essential school supplies and
creates a lasting impact on their education. Link to donate: bit.ly/FDbackpacks
#ForestdaleInc #fostercare #backtoschool
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
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
July 10, 2025 at 2:53 PM
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
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
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
#backpackdrive #supportlocal #Forestdaleinc #fostercare
July 7, 2025 at 4:42 PM
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
#backpackdrive #supportlocal #Forestdaleinc #fostercare
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.
Fathers shared powerful stories about how the program has helped them grow as fathers and men.
July 1, 2025 at 4:56 PM
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.
Fathers shared powerful stories about how the program has helped them grow as fathers and men.
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
#foresdaleinc #fathersday #StrongFathers
June 18, 2025 at 12:38 PM
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
#foresdaleinc #fathersday #StrongFathers
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
June 17, 2025 at 9:15 PM
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
@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
Watch the interviews here: www.humanservicesaction.org/mayoralchat
June 11, 2025 at 7:42 PM
@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
Watch the interviews here: www.humanservicesaction.org/mayoralchat
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
#NationalFosterCareMonth #fosterparenting #grateful
May 21, 2025 at 2:38 PM
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
#NationalFosterCareMonth #fosterparenting #grateful
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.
May 16, 2025 at 1:17 PM
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.
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!
May 13, 2025 at 8:19 PM
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!
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
@solagesny.bsky.social Our students deserve solutions and support, not punishment. #PassA118S134 #EndSchoolPushout
May 13, 2025 at 1:21 PM
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
@solagesny.bsky.social Our students deserve solutions and support, not punishment. #PassA118S134 #EndSchoolPushout