East Side Renaissance. Providing hope.

Our story

A belief in this place.
A commitment to our community.

Eastside Renaissance works to bring lasting investment to Erie’s East Side, with a focus on Parade Street from East Sixth to East Twelfth.

A view along the Parade Street sidewalk

Renew the buildings.
Respect the story.

Our approach connects property restoration with useful neighborhood services. Healthcare, housing, local businesses and community spaces all have a role in the East Side’s future.

The work builds on the history and character already here. Local leadership and committed partners help turn a shared vision into individual projects.

Local people.
Shared purpose.

Bishop Dwane Brock

Bishop Dwane Brock

Community leadership

CEO of Eagle’s Nest Leadership Corp. and pastor of Victory Christian Center.

Marcus Atkinson

Marcus Atkinson

Community development

Principal of M. Atkinson & Associates Consulting and former executive director of ServErie.

Matthew Harris

Matthew Harris

Community leadership

Founder and creator of Character: Be About It.

Paul Hamilton

Paul Hamilton

Executive Director

Eastside Renaissance.

Leadership biographies drawn from ESR's existing website. Titles are subject to client review.

The next chapter is a shared one

Be part of what
comes next.

Help bring lasting investment to the places people call home.

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