In this episode, Darren Reinke chats with Steve Bernstein, Chairman of the Board for the Jacobs & Cushman San Diego Food Bank. Steve discusses why you need to help yourself before you can help others, the huge prevalence of food insecurity across the country, and why you should get your kids involved in philanthropy at an early age.

The Jacobs & Cushman San Diego Food Bank is San Diego County’s leading, local hunger-relief organization. Last year, the Food Bank distributed 28 million pounds of food, and served, on average, 350,000 people per month in San Diego County.

Show Notes:

• Steve’s Interests as a Kid [1:09]
• How Baseball Shaped Steve’s Leadership Style [4:29]
• How Steve Discovered His Purpose in Life and Career [6:53]
• Steve’s Practical Tips to Gain Confidence when Asking for Favors [10:05]
• How Steve Transitioned from Banking to Philanthropy and Non Profits [15:40]
• Why Discipline is Paramount in Achieving Success [22:40]
• How Steve Became Involved in the San Diego Food Bank [29:05]
• The Key Misconception with Food Insecurity in America [34:26]
• What Steve is Doing to Address the Underlying Issues with Food Insecurity [39:57]
• COVID 19’s Impact on Steve’s Food Bank and How You Can Get Involved [44:37]
• Steve’s Recommendations for Making Giving Easier [53:33]

Links

• San Diego Food Bank Website
• Steve Goldstein on LinkedIn