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