Forest Forward’s Post

We love hearing stories about the Forest Theater back in the day! What are some of your favorite memories? #ForestForward

Forest Forward was happy to participate in Community Engagement Day at the State Fair of Texas. It was a wonderful chance to connect with other nonprofits, share resources, and discover new opportunities for collaboration as well as celebrate the diverse organizations that make our South Dallas community thrive. Together, we're making a real impact!

It's been a while since we've shared the latest updates on the Forest Theater renovation, but the progress has been incredible! Swipe through to see the transformation in action. Every step brings us closer to restoring this historic gem for the South Dallas community. Stay tuned for more exciting updates!

Our amazing President and CEO, Elizabeth Wattley, has been nominated for the Visit Dallas Can-Do Spirit Award! There's still time left to cast your vote! Don’t forget—you can vote until October 13th at https://lnkd.in/dmc3q-Yk. Let’s help Elizabeth get the recognition she truly deserves! #ForestForward #VisitDallas

A huge thank you to everyone who joined us for the first Financial Literacy Workshop series with Frost Bank, Forest Forward, and Cornerstone Community Development Corporation! We came together to learn valuable strategies to grow small businesses, build financial skills, and empower our community. If you missed it -- don't worry! This workshop is happening again this Saturday and every Saturday this month. We hope that you'll join us this weekend!

We’re thrilled to share that our very own President & CEO of Forest Forward, Elizabeth Wattley, has been named a Dallas Power Player by Axios Dallas! This well-deserved recognition highlights Elizabeth’s visionary leadership and tireless dedication to transforming South Dallas. Under her guidance, Forest Forward continues to make a lasting impact through economic development, arts, education, and community empowerment. Thank you, Elizabeth, for your unwavering commitment to our mission and for driving meaningful change every day.    Join us in congratulating Elizabeth, and the other inspiring individuals, recognized for their impact in North Texas! 

Big thanks to artist Lakeem Wilson for inspiring the talented students at Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Arts Academy with his mural work! He shared his creative process and passion for art, leaving a lasting impact on our future artists. Want to support arts education for local students? Visit our website to get involved: https://lnkd.in/eBTqSW_8 #CommunityImpact #ArtsEducation #SouthDallas

Today is your LAST chance to register to vote and make your voice heard! Don't miss out on shaping the future—register to vote before it’s too late. Every vote counts, and YOURS can make a difference!

Save the dates! Join Frost Bank, Forest Forward, and Cornerstone Community Development Corporation for the Financial Literacy Workshop every Saturday in October. From 9:00 AM to 10:30 AM, you'll learn how to grow your small business with expert guidance in this valuable series. Let’s build better futures together! #SmallBusiness #FinancialLiteracy #GrowYourBusiness #southdallas