About
The Old North St. Louis Restoration Group is a community-based nonprofit organization established by neighborhood residents in 1981 to revitalize the physical and social dimensions of the community in a manner that respects its historic, cultural, and urban character. The Restoration Group is an all-volunteer organization steering an award-winning, effective community development corporation with a broad range of community-building activities.
Community is more than a collection of buildings; it’s the people who live in the neighborhood and the social bonds among them.
Our Mission
Revitalize the physical and social dimensions of the Old North neighborhood in a manner that respects its historic, cultural, and urban character.
Our Vision
ONSLRG is pursuing a comprehensive revitalization strategy rooted in the community’s vision of a sustainable and welcoming neighborhood that offers high quality housing opportunities for a diverse population from all walks of life.
Our Board of Directors
Holston Black III
Real Estate Chair
Resident & Business Owner
Dr. Annessa Blackmun
President
Resident & Business Owner
Dave Eisenbraun
Resident
Robin Lovings
Executive Committee
Resident
Jessica Payne
Treasurer
Resident & Business Owner
Dr. Paulette Sankofa
Nonprofit Leader
John Cline
Resident & Business Owner
Gloria Bratkowski
Greenspace Chair
Resident
Valerie Lovelock
Resident
Kausta Spann
Resident
Aimee Dunlap
Vice President
Resident
Courtney McDermott
Secretary
Resident
Advisory Board
Claire Rippel
Nolan Sharkey
Tino Ochoa
