From Fortune Magazine:



The article discusses the efforts of Chris Richmond and his allies to revamp the abandoned Pillsbury Mills site in Springfield, Illinois. The group, known as Moving Pillsbury Forward, aims to raze the old plant and transform the 18-acre site into a light industrial area. The group has successfully raised $6 million of the $10 million needed for the project and has gained support from the federal, state, and Springfield governments. The plant has become a popular destination for tours and cultural events, with plans to preserve the memories and history of the site. Additionally, the group has managed to inspire graffiti artists to create night-time exhibitions at the site. The activists hope to tap into government funding and grants, such as the $1.2 billion provided for brownfields cleanup in the 2021 Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, to continue their efforts and transform the deserted Pillsbury Mills into a beneficial asset for the community.



Original: Vacant Pillsbury mill in Springfield, Illinois relaunches via nonprofit