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The Solution That Has No Name

Blog   |   by Cecile Andrews   |   August 20, 2013

The secret to change? It's as simple as bringing people together and starting conversations.


Cleaning Green Below Your Means

Blog   |   by Kim   |   February 17, 2009


Amy Hartzler

Staff   |   August 15, 2018


Embracing Letting Go: Unintentional and Intentional Simplifying

Blog   |   by Lisa Luken   |   December 28, 2015

Lisa Lukin realized that her unfulfilling life was only going to change if she intentionally created a new path. Here's her story.


Learning About Microfinance as a Family: The Gift That Keeps on Giving

Blog   |   by Suzita Cochran   |   February 10, 2017

We often hear about gifts that “keep on giving,” but in the case of a microloan, it really can. A Colorado mom shares her experience.


Classrooms Struggling? |Take SoKind to School

Blog   |   by Edna Rienzi   |   December 17, 2013

Last year, the average teacher in the United States spent $945 on materials for the classroom. Looking for a way to give back to the classrooms that give so much to your child? Use SoKind!


Be a Super Mom (or Dad): Reinstate Family Meals

Blog   |   by Tovah Paglaro   |   May 11, 2012

A mother of three reflects about the central place that family meals should take in our lives.


Your Recipe for Simpler Holidays

Blog   |   November 1, 2018

As you plan a special meal or time with family or friends, take advantage of this time to craft plans for a simple, joyful, meaningful holiday season. We’ve got all the ingredients you need.


SoKind Registry Supporting Flood Relief Efforts

Blog   |   by Lauren Bradley   |   September 5, 2018

New Dreamer Lauren Bradley shares her experience using our alternative gift registry platform, SoKind, as a tool to help with flood relief in her Pittsburgh community.


Community in Action Challenge: Share With Others

Blog   |   April 3, 2018

Sharing frees us from having to earn, buy, and consume ever more stuff, reducing our debt and our environmental impact—all while strengthening relationships with our neighbors.


How a Gift Registry Is Being Used to Build Relationships and Strengthen Communities

Blog   |   by Edna Rienzi   |   January 12, 2016

Who knew that a gift registry could be used to sponsor a refugee family, create support systems for those suffering from illness, and get teachers the supplies they need? Our SoKind users continue to amaze us with the ways in which they're using SoKind to strengthen their communities and build relationships. Read on for inspiration!


More of What Matters

Blog   |   by Edna Rienzi   |   January 16, 2014

Friends and family. That’s what wedding receptions, baby showers, birthday parties—any type of celebration, really—boils down to, right? It would be a lot less work and cost if a wedding consisted solely of a ceremony. No need to worry about finding a venue or coordinating entertainment. No need to worry about menus or seating arrangements.


Christmas* in June: A Gentle Nudge to Help You Start Planning Your Alternative Gift Fair Now

Blog   |   by Shara Drew   |   June 13, 2018

Take advantage of your time and energy during the summer months to set the stage for a more meaningful holiday season for your community.


Why I Decided to Share—and Eventually Sell—My Car

Blog   |   by Amanda Eaken   |   February 16, 2015

A San Francisco resident and mom is about to give up her family car in pursuit of a more sustainable, simple lifestyle. Here, she tells her tale.


Education and The Sharing Revolution

Blog   |   by Cecile Andrews   |   September 19, 2013

Can the sharing movement help to build a better classroom for our students?


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