Danielle and Michael’s Baby Boy’s Brit Milah

Blog   |   by Edna Rienzi   |   April 1, 2015

In the Real Celebrations series, SoKind asks registry users to share a bit about their celebrations. Read about how Danielle and Michael encouraged their friends and family to provide them with the gifts they really needed and wanted for their baby boy, Avi.

Building a More Connected Community, One Hour at a Time

Blog   |   by Mary Murphy   |   February 22, 2016

At just one year old, the Silver Spring Timebank is already a proven leader in organizing community sharing events.

6 Ways That Parents Can Push Back Against Harmful School Commercialism

Blog   |   by Edna Rienzi   |   October 20, 2015

At school, ads can now be found on everything from team uniforms to cafeteria banners to homework folders. Learn some ways to push back.

The Changing Nature of Wedding Gifts

Blog   |   by Caitlin Frauton   |   March 17, 2015

Caitlin Frauton is the owner of DIY Wedding Mentor, which provides affordable wedding-planning services for couples who are planning their own weddings. Caitlin started DIY Wedding Mentor after she and her husband planned their own DIY wedding and realized that couples needed more help when it came to DIY weddings. In this post, 

Caitlin describes the changing nature of wedding gifts as many couples are reaching out to their loved ones to ask for direct support with the wedding instead of expecting traditional wedding gifts as they focus on long-term financial goals instead of adding more "stuff" to their lives.

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.

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.

Meet Raagini Appadurai, Our New Program Lead

Blog   |   March 15, 2019

Raagini is a social justice and equity educator whose deep commitment to this work is informed and fueled by her unique position as a woman of color, an artist, and an activist.

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.

Donating Your “Declutter” to Charity

Blog   |   by Dale S. Brown   |   June 27, 2012

Many of us bring unwanted stuff to a drop-off box, donation center, or collection event. But how much of it is actually reused?

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.

PHOTOS: What Does "More Fun, Less Stuff" Mean to You?

Blog   |   by Wen Lee   |   March 13, 2014

A slideshow of people who are choosing to reject the "Buy More" messaging of mainstream media and instead say: "More Fun, Less Stuff!"

Signs of Hope from 2019

Blog   |   by New Dream   |   December 18, 2019

As we looked back on this year, 2019 seemed to offer it all: moments of deep concern and persistent challenges to our safety and well-being, alongside meaningful signs of hope that are taking us into 2020. 

Living the Dream: "Globe Squatters" Jolene and Patrick Dames

Blog   |   by Edna Rienzi   |   August 11, 2014

Two artists and filmmakers are house sitting their way around the world, with the mission of revolutionizing the way people travel.

How a Group of Kids Bagged the Disposable Bag in Boulder, Colorado

Blog   |   by Kate Bailey and Kate Nelson   |   March 17, 2016

What decades of education and outreach couldn’t accomplish, a group of high school students could.

Living the Dream: Brooke Moore, Minimalist and No-Regrets Purger of "Stuff

Blog   |   by Edna Rienzi   |   March 25, 2016

A few trips to drop off stuff at her local thrift store became the first steps in what would become a beautiful journey to minimalist living.