Mark your calendars, Brooklyn! Fort Greene Council, Inc. is proud to announce the return of our 4th Annual Wellness Wonderland Community Health Fair , happening on June 18th from 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM at Weusi Plaza (966 Fulton Street, Brooklyn, NY) —right across the street from FGC headquarters. As a trusted leader in connecting Brooklyn residents with essential services, Fort Greene Council continues to bring together top-tier organizations, healthcare providers, and communit

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