Want to Give ONE Holiday Gift That Keeps on Giving?

Blog | by Lisa Mastny | December 10, 2013

Make it an attractive reusable water bottle. Here are our top seven reasons why—some of which may surprise you.

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.

Local Food Hub Brings Fresh, Healthy Food to Virginia’s Heartland

Blog | by Kristen Suokko and Emily Manley | October 23, 2012

Charlottesville's Local Food Hub has a mission: to fix a broken food system by reconnecting local farmers, families, and food grown close to home.

Love in the Time of Coronavirus

Blog | by Dyaami | March 23, 2020

In the time of coronavirus, we may find that we have a lot more to give to others when we give love to ourselves.

This October, Turn Your Intention Into Action

Blog | by New Dream | September 20, 2017

Through NWEI's EcoChallenge, join thousands of others in proving that small actions add up to real change.

Living the Dream: Wall Street Defector Sam Polk

Blog | by Edna Rienzi | August 4, 2013

At age 30, former hedge fund trader Sam Polk walked away from Wall Street to start a new life of volunteerism and personal growth.

Visions of Sugarplums: Sweet Excess During the Holidays

Blog | by Kim | December 8, 2008

The Pursuit of Happiness: Toward an Economy of Well-Being

Blog | by New Dream | June 22, 2011

In a new book, author Carol Graham explores the promise and the potential pitfalls of injecting the "economics of happiness" into public policymaking.

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?

The Balance: What Is the American Dream Today?

Blog | by Kimberly Amadeo | October 29, 2018

The Center for a New American Dream envisions "... a focus on more of what really matters, such as creating a meaningful life, contributing to community and society, valuing nature, and spending time with family and friends."

Leaving My Dream Job to Find Space to Grow

Blog | by Edna Rienzi | June 11, 2018

Edna Rienzi explains her decision to leave New Dream to pursue personal growth and to further her efforts to give back to her community.

Three Reasons Why GMO Labeling Is a No Brainer

Blog | by Addison Del Mastro | February 6, 2014

As debates rage over the safety of genetically engineered foods, it’s time for some new arguments in support of GMO labeling.

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