Because all blood is red...
To promote community betterment in North St. Louis County, through a racial equity lens.
A North County community that benefits from equitable investment which will lead to a healthy environment and food ecosystem, quality education, and opportunities for everyone to enjoy the arts.
North St. Louis County zip codes: 63120, 63121, 63133, 63134, 63135, 63136, 63137, 63138. 63031, 63033, 63034, and 63042.
Sustained, focused attention to the racial equity issues that impacts North St. Louis County
As we reflect on 2024, we are excited to share the progress A Red Circle has made in serving North St.Louis County. A major milestone this year was the ongoing renovation of the former Hathaway HillsShopping Center in Bellefontaine Neighbors. This space is being transformed into the North CountyCommunity Nexus, a hub for retail, social services, and community engagement. We’ve also started the Damu Smith Liberation Garden, which will serve as a space for food justice and community connection.In addition, our property adjacent to the North County Agricultural Education Center isbeing developed as the new home for our Community Wellness team, and we are thrilled to see this project take shape.At "The Little Red Farmhouse," we’re pleased to announce the full renovation is complete. This space now hosts bread-making and canning classes, Good FoodFridays events, and offers supplies for rent to local farmers, supporting our agricultural community. See our 2024 Annual Report.
Education: We are committed to improving outcomes for North St. Louis County students.Community Wellness: We wholeheartedly work for food security and healthy food access in the region.Arts: We creatively support holistic living and educational pursuits through the power of art.
North County Community Nexus, powered byA Red Circle, will bring a community grocery store and healthy living programming to a property that has been vacant for more than 10 years. The store will address our priority concerns of food security to promote healthy outcomes for residents. The businesses will provide essential revenues to a primarily Black community that has faced disinvestment for decades. North County Community Nexus also will provide much needed space for community programming.
This November, A Red Circle and B&I Eatery in Pine Lawn are partnering to provide free meals and food packages every Monday. We’re collecting: Non-perishable food items, $25 Schnucks gift cards, Cash donations to cover unmet needs. Donation totes are available daily at The Creative Spot (414 S. Florissant Rd) and the North County Agricultural Education Center (4517 Hamilton Ave). Your support helps feed families across North County this season.
Join Kwanzaa: The Village It Takes for an all-live stage show! We are in need of vendors, performers, and of course an audience!
Step into the holiday season with warmth, joy, and community at Christmas on the Porch! Bring your family, friends, and neighbors for an afternoon filled with festive activities and cozy holiday vibes.
This Giving Tuesday, we invite you to stand with us as we continue to serve, uplift, and strengthen North County. A Red Circle’s mission has always been rooted in justice, equity, and community transformation — and your support helps us keep that work moving with real impact. More details to come!
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