Guest Registry: Curated by Wendy Philleo

Blog   |   by Wendy Philleo, Executive Director, Center for a New American Dream   |   February 19, 2014

In the Guest Registry series, SoKind asks our friends and supporters about their favorite SoKind gift ideas. The result? A collection of creative and inspiring guest registries! Enjoy.

What Is the Role of Librarians in the Sharing Economy?

Blog   |   by Anna Awimbo   |   January 16, 2014

Exploring the role of the original community-sharing pioneers, librarians, in the Sharing Economy.

Community-Supported Art: The New CSAs

Blog   |   by Eleanor Cleverly   |   November 20, 2013

Is community-supported art the next big thing in supporting local artists?

Art as Resolution

Blog   |   by Eleanor Cleverly   |   January 14, 2014

With the launch of a new year, consider making art your resolution.

Homepage

Home   |   February 28, 2018

Go Green This Halloween!

Blog   |   by Anna Awimbo   |   October 17, 2013

Don't let Halloween be a frightening time for the environment (or your wallet!). Here are some tips to go green this Halloween.

Strategies for a New Economy: 10 Takeaways for All Americans

Blog   |   by Lisa Mastny   |   June 21, 2012

Is it possible to create an economy that prioritizes both human well-being and Earth’s natural systems? The movement has already begun.

VIDEO: Visualizing a Plenitude Economy – an animated take on what a post-consumer society could look like (5 min.)

Videos   |   January 1, 2018

This fun animation, narrated by economist and bestselling author Juliet Schor, provides a vision of what a post-consumer society could look like.

VIDEO: Reimagining America: An Evening with Gus Speth & Juliet Schor

Videos   |   February 11, 2014

On November 8, 2013, New Dream hosted noted authors Gus Speth and Juliet Schor for an evening of conversation around redefining the American Dream.

About Us

About Us   |   February 28, 2018

Confronting Racism Through Personal Action and Deeper Community Connections

Blog   |   by Casey Williams   |   September 21, 2017

By building stronger networks with people and groups from diverse backgrounds, we can all help to create a more socially just and sustainable world. 

CARTOONS: Unbottle Water

Resources   |   April 12, 2017

This original cartoon series by New Dream shows just how problematic bottled water is. Share these on social media and urge others to #UnbottleWater!

Reward Yourself with Time and Creativity in the New Year

Blog   |   by Wendy Philleo   |   December 19, 2011

A lot of people can’t stand New Year’s resolutions, but I enjoy thinking about all the possibilities when a fresh year lies ahead.

"Buying Nothing New" Isn't About Shopping, It's About Facing Our Deepest Values

Blog   |   by Anjuli Crocker   |   December 7, 2012

For AJ Crocker, a month-long attempt to "buy nothing new" became an unexpected exploration into her deepest motivations and values.

Bottled Water-Free Holidays: A First Step in Kicking the Bottled Water Habit

Blog   |   by Anna Awimbo   |   December 3, 2015

Trying to find a way to wean yourself off the bottle? Why not start with a holiday pledge.