In this episode of Sustainable Steps, Tami Koenigs and Jacob Heller dive into the organization that makes what you're hearing possible.

Cari Gehling, with the Gilchrist Foundation, talks about the incredible impact of Jocelyn Gilchrist's legacy on Sioux City and beyond.

Hear the fascinating history of the foundation - born out of the Sioux City livestock industry.

In this episode, we discuss:

• The Wild Side: Discover the foundation's work with the Broken Kettle Grasslands, bison herds and native prairie restoration.

• A Lifeline for the Arts: How the foundation supports everything from the Sioux City Symphony to providing free music lessons for local students.

• Responsive Giving: The story behind Jocelyn Gilchrist's anonymous philanthropy and the foundation's "Micro-Grant" program for quick-turnaround community help.

Find out more about the Gilchrist Foundation at: gilchristfoundation.org.

Learn about Goodwill's Job Training and Placement programs at: goodwillgreatplains.org.

The Sustainable Steps podcast is made possible due to a generous grant from the Gilchrist Foundation.

Does your business need to wear a smart watch?

In this episode of Sustainable Steps, Tami Koenigs and Jacob Heller talk with Tanner from Praxora Energy, a new Sioux City company that's changing how commercial buildings view their utility bills.

Did you know many businesses can waste up to 30% of the energy they pay for? With monitoring technology like the 'ENEscope,' Praxora can help businesses identify exactly where energy is being used - or abused!

In this episode, we'll learn:

• The Power of Scheduling: How simple shifts in HVAC timing can save money.

• Net-Zero, Step One: Why monitoring is an essential first step before investing in solar power or other major infrastructure projects.

Looking to stop money from "leaking out the back door" and find some great tips you can use at home, too? Give Sustainable Steps a listen today!

Find out more about Praxora Energy at: praxoraenergy.com.

What programs and services does Goodwill of the Great Plains offer? Find out at: goodwillgreatplains.org.

The Sustainable Steps podcast is made possible due to a generous grant from the Gilchrist Foundation.

You open the fridge. The "best buy" date on the snack you're craving is today. What do you do?

If you've ever wondered how long your food actually lasts after the date stamped on the package - this episode of Sustainable Steps is for you!

Jacob Heller and Tami Koenig sit down with Jacob Wanderscheid, Executive Director of the Food Bank of Siouxland, to get an inside look at this logistical powerhouse, serving people in 11 counties across Northwest Iowa and Northeast Nebraska.

In this episode, you'll learn:

• Food Rescue: How the Food Bank prevents thousands of pounds of waste by "rescuing" perfectly good food.

• Decoding Dates: The truth behind "Sell By," "Best By," and "Use By" labels - and why your nose can be a better judge than the date on the can.

• Innovative Nutrition: From lentil meat substitutes to chickpea mousse and more - learn how the Food Bank uses education and recipes to make healthy staples accessible and delicious.

The Sustainable Steps podcast is made possible thanks to a generous grant from the Gilchrist Foundation.

Stay up to date with the Foodbank of Siouxland at siouxlandfoodbank.org or facebook.com/FoodBankSiouxland.

To learn more about the job training and placement programs offered by Goodwill of the Great Plains, please visit goodwillgreatplains.org.