Because all blood is red...
Building community in North County through food sovereignty, education, and art.
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.Food Sovereignty: 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.
Three pillars. One mission. A stronger North County. We’re proud to share our renewed mission at A Red Circle: Building community in North County through food sovereignty, education, and art. This work is about more than programs—it’s about power, possibility, and people thriving together. We can’t wait to share with you all the great things coming this year! Stay connected with us!
Join us for a family-friendly Community Resource Fair packed with free essentials, helpful services, and fun activities for all ages!
Learn how to extend your growing season and improve greenhouse sustainability at A Red Circle’s Greenhouse Management Systems workshop on March 11, 2026 from 4–6 PM in St. Louis, MO. This hands-on session at the North County Agricultural Education Center will teach practical techniques to boost greenhouse efficiency, manage year-round growing conditions, and support resilient food production. Ideal for urban growers, home gardeners, farmers, and anyone interested in climate-smart agriculture in North St. Louis County.
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