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
Real Estate Chair
Resident & Business Owner

Dave Eisenbraun
Resident

Dr. Annessa Blackmun
President
Resident & Business Owner

Gloria Bratkowski
Greenspace Chair
Resident

Robin Lovings
Treasurer
Resident

Dr. Courtney McDermott
Secretary
Resident

Dr. Aimee Dunlap
Vice President
Resident

Dr. Paulette Sankofa
Nonprofit Leader

Kausta Spann
Resident
Advisors
Tino Ochoa
Jessica Payne
Claire Rippel
Nolan Sharkey
