A major new affordable housing development in Brooklyn is set to transform a long-vacant site in Clinton Hill into a vibrant, community-centered hub, anchored by Fort Greene Council. Announced and verified by Governor Kathy Hochul in February 2026, the redevelopment of 1024 Fulton Street will deliver 125 permanently affordable housing units alongside a 27,000-square-foot intergenerational community center and on-site health clinic. This project stands out as one of the mo

At Fort Greene Council, strong leadership has always been at the heart of our impact. From decades of service to the communities of Brooklyn, our organization has been shaped and guided by powerful, dedicated women who have committed their lives to uplifting others. Today, that legacy continues through Ms. Leishanna Lawrence , our Regional Manager and the second-in-command to CEO/Executive Director Ms. Claudette Macey. In a role that requires vision, balance, and unwavering c

Fort Greene Council is proud to cheer on one of our very own as he takes the stage this week! This Thursday, March 26th, Chef Renaldo will represent FGC at the 2nd Annual NYC Aging Plant-Forward Cookoff , and we are rooting for him to bring that 1st Place trophy back home to Brooklyn! Chef Renaldo has been serving up more than just delicious meals at our centers, he brings passion, creativity, and heart into every dish. His commitment to healthy, flavorful, and culturally ric

Fort Greene Council is proud to celebrate an extraordinary moment of recognition and gratitude for one of our own. On Friday, March 20, 2026, during a special Women’s History Month celebration, Ms. Claudette Macey was presented with a Lifetime Achievement Award by Ms. Merlyn Bruce, Ms. Henry, and the members of the Christopher Blenman Older Adult Club. This honor recognizes Ms. Macey’s decades of dedicated service and her unwavering commitment to the Christopher Blenman Olde

Our Time Press has also published a phenomenal article honoring Mrs. C. Doris Pinn , the wife of Fort Greene Council, Inc.’s late founder, Mr. Samuel Pinn , in recognition of Women’s History Month . Read the article here: “C. Doris Pinn, A Treasure and More to Bed-Stuy and Beyond”: https://ourtimepress.com/c-doris-pinn-a-treasure-and-more-to-bed-stuy-and-beyond/

Fort Greene Council, Inc. is grateful to have the work we continue to do in our community recognized. Our Annual Black History Month Program is featured in the latest issue of Our Time Press ! Thank you to everyone who continues to support Fort Greene Council and Young Minds Day Care Center as we remain committed to serving and uplifting our community. Read the full article HERE: https://indd.adobe.com/view/8d34cd00-3740-4472-a763-bb229c7b4043

In celebration of Women's History Month, Fort Greene Council, Inc. proudly recognizes the remarkable women whose leadership has shaped the organization’s history, strengthened its mission, and continues to uplift communities throughout Brooklyn. At the forefront of that legacy is Claudette Macey, the organization’s CEO and Executive Director. Since becoming head of Fort Greene Council in 2004, Ms. Macey has overseen one of the largest networks of older adult services in Bro

Each March, communities across the nation celebrate Women's History Month, a time dedicated to recognizing the achievements, resilience, and contributions of women throughout history. At Fort Greene Council, Inc., this month carries a particularly deep meaning as we honor the powerful legacy of Black and Brown women whose leadership, advocacy, and vision continue to shape our communities and uplift generations. For centuries, Black and Brown women have stood at the forefront