The Children's Storefront

We 💜 healthy treats, Cookie Monster, and our friends NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital! Thank you so much for giving Storefront families (and our star-struck team) a delicious day they'll never forget. 🍪 🤩 🍓

The Storefront team is seated and ready for this webinar series from Brazelton Touchpoints Center. Thank you to Zoila Carolina Toma & Mirel Herrera for sharing their wisdom.

Congrats to our Executive Director, Lindsey Cosgrove, for being recognized for going Above & Beyond by City & State! ⭐ Check out the full list of outstanding leaders who have "dedicated their careers and lives to making New York a better, safer place to live", here. --> https://bit.ly/4ld6QPa

Big thanks to our friends at Denham Wolf Real Estate Services, Inc., for the shout-out and support, and of course to the inimitable Christopher Turner, MRICS! 🥂 💜

Everyone needs a night out every once in a while...spend yours with us! On June 4th, our community of parents, caregivers, coaches, and supporters will come together for a rare moment of community, without our little people. 🥂 If you believe in the importance of brain-developing play, benefited from the Storefront community, or just need a night out, reserve your ticket today! 🎟️ ➡️ http://bit.ly/3YK7k7h

Dear Parents, Caregivers, Supporters, and Community Members: When our former Executive Director Adeline Medeiros departed in March, she left a legacy that can be seen and felt at The Children’s Storefront: a vibrant home on Fifth Avenue, a unified and talented team, an abundance of engaged families, and an organization with a solid foundation, ready to rise to a new level of service and impact. Over the last few months, we searched for a leader committed to our mission—coaching parents and caregivers on how to build their babies’ brains in the first thousand days of life—who also brings the skills and drive to guide our next chapter. We are pleased to announce that we have found such a leader. Please welcome our new Executive Director, Lindsey Cosgrove. Lindsey, a proud resident of Harlem for the last 15 years, is a versatile nonprofit leader driven by a passion for strengthening organizations that support young people and their families, and improve the systems that shape their lives. Lindsey puts it best: “Having worked with organizations that serve New Yorkers of all ages, I know there is no greater influence on an experience than how it starts. The beginning of things is exceedingly important, and The Children’s Storefront helps parents gain the tools to give their children the best possible start in life. I’ve spent my career working to expand nonprofit organizations I believe in, and to be at the helm of this one, alongside a committed board and exceptional staff, is an honor and a joy.” We hope you’ll join us on June 4 for A Night Out for The Children’s Storefront to celebrate our supporters and welcome Lindsey to the team! With gratitude, The Board of Trustees of The Children’s Storefront PS - Click here to join us for A Night Out for The Children's Storefront on June 4th! --> http://bit.ly/3YK7k7h

It is with a mix of gratitude and sadness that we announce the departure of Adeline Medeiros, our Executive Director, who has been an integral part of The Children’s Storefront for the past three years. During her time with us, Adeline has shown unmatched dedication and passion in supporting the mission of our organization. Her leadership has been instrumental in driving forward initiatives that have impacted the lives of countless children and families in our community. Adeline’s commitment to creating positive change, her leadership, and her heartfelt belief in the power of community have left an indelible mark on The Children’s Storefront. Her collaborative spirit and deep connection with our staff, board, and families have been a constant source of inspiration, and her vision for the future of the organization will continue to guide us as we move forward. We are incredibly grateful for the time and energy Adeline has devoted to our mission. Her legacy will be remembered in the growth and success of The Children’s Storefront. We wish her nothing but the best in her future endeavors. From our Board Members: "It was a great day for our program when Adeline agreed to be our Executive Director.  It’s been wonderful to have a fellow dreamer who shares our enthusiasm for exploring new possibilities, while keeping a firm sense of what is achievable for a start-up in its early years. She’s created a vibrant team, and built a strong reputation among parents, caregivers, children, as well as supporters and partners. If they could talk, I’m sure that even -- no especially -- our babies would agree!" -Elsie V. Aidinoff, Vice Chair "It has been my sincere pleasure and great fortune to have worked with Adeline. Under her skilled and knowledgeable direction, our program advanced in invaluable ways. Her dedication, direction, passion and commitment have served as a strong foundation upon which we can build a brighter future. I wish her all the best and that the kindness she has shown to others be returned to her. She will be missed by many, especially me." - Christine Moore, Board Secretary "In addition to her dedication and many skills, Adeline led the Storefront with tremendous enthusiasm and excitement for the organization, its history, the staff and the program. Adeline will always be a friend of the Storefront and her many contributions will continue to serve the Storefront community long into the future. We wish her the best in her next adventure." -Chris Moore, Vice Chair

Last week, we were excited to welcome French-American Aid for Children to our Play & Learn Center! We had a wonderful conversation among the FAAFC members, our team, and our Storefront Ambassadors about the power of our program and the importance of investing in early childhood. We are so grateful for each opportunity we have to celebrate and share our work!