Chris Jordan: Paparazzi of Garbage

Blog   |   by Amy Curtis   |   July 13, 2011

Jordan's work captures a reality that’s all too easy for consumers to ignore: that waste multiplies, rapidly.

Freecycling: Don’t Throw It Away, Give It Away

Blog   |   by Dale S. Brown   |   August 13, 2012

How can you assure that your unwanted items get to people who would find them helpful? Try Freecycling.

6 Ways to Resist Kid-Targeted Advertising (and Save the Planet!)

Blog   |   by Edna Rienzi   |   December 30, 2015

Today’s consumer culture encourages materialistic values. Learn ways to fight back!

Leading by Example: Lessons Learned from the Eugene CommunityShare Workshop

Blog   |   by Anna Awimbo   |   July 11, 2014

Oregon is full of people bringing their communities to life through the Sharing Economy.

Weaving a Sustainable Future: An Interview with Gay Nicholson

Blog   |   by Lisa Mastny   |   October 13, 2011

The founder of Sustainable Tompkins in New York State talks about how she's helped her community lay the groundwork for sustainability.

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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.

Tips for a Greener, Simpler Halloween

Blog   |   by Lisa Mastny   |   October 11, 2017

Halloween is big business. Avoid the hype and direct your energy, $$$, and creativity toward a greener, simpler holiday.

Finding Our Way Out of the Sprawl: An Interview with Mark Valentine

Blog   |   by Lisa Mastny   |   September 7, 2011

A sustainability consultant talks about the livability challenges facing U.S. communities today and the glimmers of hope he sees around the country.

Save Money and Have Fun: DIY Halloween Decorations

Blog   |   by Ethan Freeman   |   October 12, 2012

These five do-it-yourself decoration ideas will help you put your family and home in the Halloween spirit—without spending a ton of money.

Art as Resolution

Blog   |   by Eleanor Cleverly   |   January 14, 2014

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

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

Blog   |   by New Dream   |   January 7, 2016

Our audience has used SoKind registry in new and creative ways that have surprised and inspired us. Maybe you have a great idea, too?

Helping Communities Think Systemically: An Interview with Eleanor Sterling

Blog   |   by Lisa Mastny   |   January 19, 2012

Sterling talks about the need for “big-picture” thinking to address the world’s most pressing environmental and conservation challenges.

How Play Paves the Way for Young Leaders

Blog   |   by Aislinn Pluta   |   March 17, 2015

"PopUpPlay" helps youth and adults alike nurture their curiosity, and play.

Classrooms Struggling? Take SoKind to School

Blog   |   by Edna Rienzi   |   December 17, 2013

Looking for a way to give back to the classrooms that give so much to your child? Use SoKind!