Welcome to the LBLDC Online

WHAT'S NEW:
LBLDC, the Center for Labor and Community Research and Chicago Community Ventures are the focus of a recent Crain's Chicago  story titled, "Incubator aims to draw cuisine crowd: Groups working to convert armory into cooking center."  Visit the Crain's Chicago website for the full story.  Complete information about the incubator project is available.

SPOTLIGHT ON THE ARMORY:
LBLDC, The Center for Labor and Community Research (CLCR), and Chicago Community Ventures have formed a strategic partnership to create The Center for Business Innovation and Training/Cooperative Kitchen.  The Center will nurture the professional growth of entrepreneurs and emerging food businesses, provide support to existing business in the food-manufacturing sector, and establish career path training programs and job links for the Lawndale and broader Chicago-area community.  Learn more about this project.

ABOUT LBLDC:
The LBLDC was  formed in 1985 to promote the economic health of Lawndale and adjacent areas through retention and expansion of business, and to provide new opportunities for residents through local training and employment. Learn more about us.