Power Tools to the People: BORROW THIS IDEA

Blog   |   by Jason M. Hatch   |   October 4, 2011

The founder of Oregon's first tool library describes how he borrowed an idea and created a real resource for his neighborhood.

How Two Women Followed Their Passions and Became "Green Bag Ladies"

Blog   |   by Pamela Lamp   |   June 6, 2018

Since the founding of this nonprofit group in 2008, volunteer “bagettes” have cut, sewn, and given away more than 46,000 reusable cloth shopping bags.

Challenge Toolkit: Share With Others

Custom Pages   |   March 15, 2018

Guest Registry: Curated by Laurie David

Blog   |   by Laurie David, Author and Producer   |   May 21, 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.

Challenge Toolkit: Reduce Waste

Custom Pages   |   March 19, 2018

Publisher's Weekly: Consumer Groups Say 'NYT' Kids Supplement Should Be Ad-Free

Blog   |   by Sara Guaglione   |   December 28, 2017

A coalition of 10 consumer groups . . .  sent a letter last week to the Times criticizing the newspaper for targeting kids with marketing.

Five Meaningful Gift Ideas for Mother’s Day

Blog   |   by Edna Rienzi   |   April 28, 2016

It’s not always easy to come up with a meaningful gift to show our moms how much they mean to us. Here are five gift ideas they're sure to love.

Challenge Toolkit: Build Connections

Custom Pages   |   February 14, 2018

New Dream's work continues in new and important ways

Blog   |   September 30, 2020

Overcoming Party Pressure: SoKind Tips for a “Good Enough” Birthday Party

Blog   |   by Edna Rienzi   |   November 4, 2014

Last month, SoKind celebrated a big milestone — its one-year anniversary! As a gift to you, we've gathered our favorite tips for hosting birthday celebrations that focus on more fun and less stuff...more joy and less stress...and more love and less waste. Read on for celebration inspiration and practical tips.

Real Celebration: Ashley and Kenny’s Chic-Macabre Hallowedding on a Budget

Blog   |   by Edna Rienzi   |   February 10, 2017

In the Real Celebrations series, SoKind asks registry users to share a bit about their celebrations. Read about how a couple of wine-loving DC professionals managed to pull off an amazing and meaningful wedding celebration without spending a fortune.

Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of… Versailles?

Blog   |   by Mark Valentine   |   July 25, 2012

For many people, the unlikely stars of "The Queen of Versailles" are iconic expressions of the American Dream.

SLIDESHOW: Photo Slideshow: How Do You #SimplifyHolidays?

Resources   |   by New Dream   |   December 10, 2013

Join the movement to Simplify the Holidays! Check out this photo slideshow from New Dream staff, board, and allies.

Conscious Consumerism Won’t Change the World: Why We Need to Think More Deeply About Equity and Consumption

Blog   |   by New Dream   |   March 19, 2019

We need to learn more about the extent of the problems we face, to understand how the complex systems of consumption and capitalism function, and to understand how they impact people differently. To do this, we need to get into the inquiry—to thoroughly examine the problem—in order to orient ourselves to what needs to change.

How Do You #SimplifyHolidays?

Blog   |   by Wen Lee   |   December 10, 2013

Join the movement to Simplify the Holidays! Check out this photo slideshow from New Dream staff, board, and allies.