When learning starts outdoors, something special happens. The benefits of being in nature are immeasurable, as are the benefits of intentional early childhood education. On this episode of the Tanner Impact Podcast, we learn more about Wonderbloom, Utah's first licensed nature-based preschool, from Lesley Gulledge, Outreach Specialist. Tune in to learn how they are helping the youngest among us learn, grow, and thrive through outdoor exploration and intentional early childhood education. Since the podcast was recorded, Wonderbloom has announced an exciting new partnership with Tracy Aviary, with plans to open a second location in 2026.

On this episode of the Tanner Impact Podcast, Carin Crowe, CEO of Habitat for Humanity Salt Lake, joins us to share how the Organization is doing more than just helping to build homes; they are building hope in the community. You'll learn more about their four pillars of service: building affordable homes, making critical home repairs, offering low-cost building materials and household items in their ReStore, and supporting Habitat for Humanity's global housing projects.

Families and communities are at the heart of our society. On this episode of the Impact Podcast, Kent Bowman, Scott Sorensen, Dan England, and Mark Durham highlight the Organization "Cities Strong Foundation" and its efforts to foster connection, improve education, and support mental health and legal immigration needs, as well as to fund neighborhood improvement projects. Tune in to learn more about their grassroots initiatives like days of service, school mentoring programs, and their partnerships with organizations like myHometown and The Good Samaritan Foundation.