Forest Forward

Forest Forward We are revitalizing the community by increasing access to quality education & housing, supporting economic mobility, and promoting wellness through culture.

The Future is Here! www.forestforward.com

At Forest Forward, our work is rooted in one thing. Community. We are committed to driving equitable development, expand...
05/12/2026

At Forest Forward, our work is rooted in one thing. Community. We are committed to driving equitable development, expanding opportunity, and creating spaces where people feel seen, valued, and connected.
This is about more than buildings. It is about people.

Learn more about us at ForestForward.org

Happy Mother’s Day from Forest Forward!Today, our Director of Development, Trisha Watson, is honoring her mother, Liz Wa...
05/10/2026

Happy Mother’s Day from Forest Forward!

Today, our Director of Development, Trisha Watson, is honoring her mother, Liz Watson, whose life was filled with music, movement, joy, and service to others.

Some of Trisha’s fondest memories are playing piano duets together and family singalongs while her mother played the ukulele or banjo. A professor of Physical Education at UMKC, Liz specialized in helping educators work with children and adults with disabilities and mobility challenges. She also coached women’s basketball, taught sports ranging from racquetball to archery, and led a summer program that gave adults with disabilities the opportunity to experience arts, sports, and community in meaningful ways.

At home, life with Liz was just as lively. Summer evenings often ended with backyard badminton matches, and family road trips to Florida packed five kids into a tiny trailer for unforgettable adventures.

“There was never a dull moment with Liz Watson!”

Today, we celebrate mothers and mother figures like Liz whose love, energy, and impact continue to shape generations. Happy Mother’s Day to all who nurture, inspire, and build community every day.

05/10/2026

Today, we celebrate the mothers, grandmothers, aunties, mother figures, and caregivers who shape our communities with love, strength, and wisdom. Happy Mother’s Day from all of us at Forest Forward.

Check out this special video from our Director of Community Engagement, LaSheryl Walker, as she shares one of her fondest memories of her mother and reflects on the impact that love and guidance can have across generations.

Wishing everyone a beautiful day filled with love, reflection, and celebration.

The Forest Theater, 1949. Check out a few photos from back in the day! The Forest Theater has long been a cultural corne...
05/09/2026

The Forest Theater, 1949. Check out a few photos from back in the day!

The Forest Theater has long been a cultural cornerstone in South Dallas. It has been a space where community, creativity, and connection came to life.

We are proud to be part of restoring its legacy and reimagining what it can be for the next generation.

05/02/2026

We had an incredible time celebrating our South Dallas champions at the Dallas ISD Championship Parade last weekend!

From the energy in Victory Park to the pride felt across the city, it was a powerful reminder of what’s possible when talent, discipline, and community come together.

Congratulations to Madison, Lincoln, Kimball, and Carter on their state titles. We’re proud to celebrate alongside you!

Moments like these reflect the strength, excellence, and future of our community.

04/24/2026

We’re proud to share that the Forest Theater was named Best Rehab/Renovation Project at the Dallas Business Journal BRED Awards 🎉

This honor reflects the hard work and heart behind bringing this historic space back to life.

Shout out to fellow nominees Collin Creek and Sewell Lexus of Fort Worth Renovation 👏🏽

Grateful for this moment to celebrate the journey so far.
We can’t wait for you to experience the Forest Theater. Stay tuned!

We’ve been taking our time going through all the submissions, and wow… y’all showed OUT. From bold visual art to powerfu...
04/20/2026

We’ve been taking our time going through all the submissions, and wow… y’all showed OUT. From bold visual art to powerful storytelling and community-centered ideas, the creativity has been next level. Thank you to everyone who submitted and shared your vision with us, we see you. We look forward to sharing updates to selected creatives soon.

Stay tuned 👀✨

04/16/2026

UPDATE! ✨

Restoration work on the Forest Theater Tower is well underway, with progress focused on bringing the structure back to a like-new condition while preserving its original character. Each step is being carefully completed to ensure the tower is ready for its next chapter.
Installation is coming up soon, and we’ll be sharing more as we get closer.

Be on the lookout! The iconic tower will be reinstalled soon!

is here, and we’re spotlighting the creatives shaping culture right here in Dallas. 🎨✨Show some love to , .com_, .mand...
04/14/2026

is here, and we’re spotlighting the creatives shaping culture right here in Dallas. 🎨✨
Show some love to , .com_, .mando, , and —5 artists rooted in community, storytelling, and creative expression.
Tap in, follow, share, and support local. This is what it means to invest in our culture.

Which artists should we feature next week? Please tag artists of ALL types from performing to visual to photographers, and more!

ForTheCulture

Tag an artist, storyteller, or creative who needs to see this 👀Are you ready to have your work featured at the Forest Th...
04/09/2026

Tag an artist, storyteller, or creative who needs to see this 👀
Are you ready to have your work featured at the Forest Theater?

We The Future is a call for bold, culture-driven work that reflects the stories, voices, and creativity of our community.
Selected artists will be featured in upcoming Forest Theater programming.

We are seeking proposals for 3 project categories:
Visual Artwork: including paintings, sculptures, photography, installations and digital art. We expect these proposals to feature projects primarily intended for exhibition or installation.

Performance: including dance, music, theatre, performance art, comedy, spoken word, poetry or interdisciplinary work. We expect these proposals are intended for live or staged presentation.

Events and Experiences: including artist talks, panel discussions, film screenings, workshops, creative gatherings, cultural salons, wellness or movement sessions, community storytelling events, and other shared experiences designed to gather, educate, or activate participants.

✔️ Free to apply
✔️ You retain full ownership of your work
✔️ Reviewed by our artistic team

📅 Deadline: Tomorrow, April 10

Apply now: https://forms.monday.com/forms/e14da3d226dfe433d91b90910f184723?r=use1

Only a few days left! Calling artists, storytellers, and creatives.We The Future is an opportunity to share work that re...
04/06/2026

Only a few days left! Calling artists, storytellers, and creatives.

We The Future is an opportunity to share work that reflects culture, community, and creativity. 🎭🎨🎤

If that sounds like you, we’d love for you to apply. Selected projects will be included in upcoming programming at the Forest Theater.

✔️ Free to apply
✔️ You own your work
✔️ Reviewed by our artistic team

📅 Deadline: April 10

Apply today: https://forms.monday.com/forms/e14da3d226dfe433d91b90910f184723?r=use1

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