Is It Wrong to Want to Give Your Children What You Never Had?

Blog   |   by Kelley Dennings   |   December 16, 2019

A strong advocate of experiences over gifts, Kelley talks about her own struggles with trying to make holiday memories less about what’s under the tree and more about spending time together. 

How Neighbors in Canada Used a Gift Registry to Welcome Refugees

Blog   |   by Edna Rienzi   |   February 23, 2017

SoKind Registry provides a unique tool for helping newly arrived families adjust to their communities.

To Succeed, the New Economy Needs the Left, Right, Center—and God

Blog   |   by Emilie Dubois   |   July 24, 2012

Who wouldn’t want to live in a place where warmer, gentler versions of economic exchange are the norm? But it's still a hard sell for America.

Building Community in a California Suburb, One Project at a Time

Blog   |   by Wen Lee   |   April 3, 2018

Former New Dream staffer Wen Lee shares how she’s building community in her California suburb, one project at a time. 

New "Green" Films You Won't Want to Miss

Blog   |   by Mark Valentine   |   June 14, 2013

New Dream shares highlights from the recent San Francisco Green Film Festival.

The Power of Activism and an Engaged Citizenry: An Interview with Liz Barratt-Brown

Blog   |   by Lisa Mastny   |   May 28, 2012

Barratt-Brown talks about her lifelong work as an environmental campaigner, and her more recent roles as a tar sands activist and olive oil farmer.

Young Leaders: We Need You!

Custom Pages   |   June 13, 2018

Top 10 SoKind Mother’s Day Gift Ideas

Blog   |   by Edna Rienzi   |   April 15, 2014

I certainly can’t speak for every mother out there, but my informal survey of mom friends and family members seems to indicate that what most of us want for Mother’s Day this year cannot be contained in a box or bought at a store.

What Is "Enough"? Achieving the Right Balance in Our Lives and Families

Blog   |   by Suzita Cochran   |   December 5, 2011

Whether it’s a material item like shoes or a non-material one like free time, how do you know when you have enough of something?

5 Simple Steps to Start Your Nature-Based Playgroup

Blog   |   by Shara Drew   |   June 6, 2018

Regular play opportunities in nature help to develop a greater sense of place, wonder, and connection to the planet we all call home. 

What Does the New Dream Mean to You? Join Us in the Inquiry

Blog   |   October 29, 2018

Now is a great time to ask ourselves what “reducing consumption” means, when social divides grow ever wider and so many people experience economic insecurity. Join us in the inquiry!

Stories of Going Veggie

Blog   |   by Hanaa   |   April 14, 2009

Let's Get to Know Our Towns and Neighbors

Blog   |   by Bea Echeverria   |   February 28, 2018

New Dreamer Bea Echeverria offers insight into how she built a small network of acquaintances in her new home country and eventually found her community.

Living the Dream: Part-timer Sarah Lakeman

Blog   |   by Edna Rienzi   |   October 9, 2017

By cutting back her work hours, Sarah was able to make more time for her family and community—and to live true to her values.

Making Responsible Business a Reality: An Interview with Etsy’s Matt Stinchcomb

Blog   |   by Lisa Mastny   |   April 17, 2013

Stinchcomb talks about his efforts to make the company — and business overall — more ecologically, socially, and economically responsible.