This night is hosted by Green Bellevue partner, Hillside Solutions and it’s to “celebrate local climate wins while funding projects that will grow Omaha's circular food system.” See details on the Hillside FaceBook event.
--- What to Expect ---
6:00 PM — Networking & Happy Hour
Mix and mingle with sustainability leaders, educators, entrepreneurs, and neighbors doing the work. Enjoy drinks, light bites, and a guided tour of No More Empty Pots’ greenhouse.
7:00 PM — Dinner & Awards Ceremony
A locally sourced dinner followed by the Hillside Impact Awards — honoring individuals and organizations making real, measurable change across Omaha’s circular economy.
We’re honored to feature Nancy Williams, Omaha food systems leader and co-founder of No More Empty Pots, sharing her story and vision for a thriving, equitable food future.
--- Paddle Raise for Impact
We’ll host a live paddle raise to directly fund School Composting Services, helping Omaha schools reduce waste, enrich soil, and teach the next generation how to steward the planet.
9:00 PM — Dance & Celebration
Because joy is part of the movement, too. Celebrate the wins, the people, and what’s ahead.
--- 2025 Award Categories ---
* Retail Award
* Reuse Award
* Compost Clubber Award
* Compost Club Gives & Circular Food System Award
* Eco-Friendly Schools Award
* Biggest Impact Award
* Implementation Award
* Innovation Award
* Resilience Award
* Zero Waste Event Award
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Attire: Cocktail
Audience: Adults, kids, families — all welcome
Bar: Cash bar with beer, wine & non-alcoholic options