06.12.2013
Forestdale hosted 30 volunteers from Deloitte during their Annual IMPACT Day to build an outdoor fitness center for families in Queens.

05.31.2013
Over 100 youth, parents, activists and pastors gathered at New Jerusalem Baptist Church in South Jamaica to discuss a critical problem—the fact that in New York State, 16- and 17-year olds are routinely tried as adults in criminal court.

04.29.2013
In April Forestdale celebrated its third Annual Benefit at the Jerome Green Space in downtown Manhattan. The event—sponsored by J.J Burns & Company, Arthur J. Gallagher & Co., Citibank, and Winget, Spadafora & Schwartzberg, LLP—raised over $53,000 for the Forestdale Scholars Program.

03.20.2013
Each month the Teen Toolbox spotlights a youth in foster care who is “leading a life of promise and making a positive impact in her community.” We nominated Manuella to be celebrated because of her strength and the great example she presents for others. Her poise and honesty make her a role model and inspiration both to other youth and to Forestdale staff.