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A Hub of Economic Vibrancy in North Lawndale

The Fillmore Center is a new economic engine in North Lawndale focused on creating jobs, supporting small businesses, and building community-based assets. Numerous businesses will bring quality jobs to the neighborhood, catalyzing business activity and addressing economic disparities in North Lawndale.

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Community Impact

“The Fillmore Center is a driver of economic impact in North Lawndale.

Fillmore Center is a hub of employment that will bring 250 quality jobs to the local community

250+ Jobs

Business at the Fillmore Center is increasing median incomes and eventually will contribute $9+ million annually to the North Lawndale economy

Wealth Creation

Increased business activity is contributing to the increased economic vibrancy of North Lawndale

Economic Growth

The Fillmore Center will be transferred to a Community Benefits Trust, ensuring local residents control profits

Community Ownership

A Hub of Economic Vibrancy in North Lawndale

Fillmore Linen Service

An industrial-scale laundry that processes millions of pounds of laundry each year for Chicago-area hospitals

Southside Blooms

A nonprofit farm-to-vase florist that sprouted from the seeds of compassion and a commitment to community

Kribi Coffee Air Roastery

A Chicago-based company that is raising the standard of sustainable coffee roasting, one batch at a time

Our Businesses

As a home to a host of thriving businesses, Fillmore Center enables sustainable careers with fair wages and a package of benefits.

Our Partners

The Fillmore Center is a collaboration of community partners dedicated to increasing local jobs for residents, supporting the expansion of Black-owned businesses and expanding opportunities for the economic growth of North Lawndale.

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