Kids & Commercialism

Campaigns   |   May 31, 2017

Activism in a Place Where Eco Isn’t the Norm

Blog   |   by Christine Kane   |   October 18, 2018

Retiree and New Dreamer Chris Kane shares some of her strategies for being an eco-activist in her adopted home state of Florida.

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.

10 Great Books to Teach Your Kids About Consumerism

Blog   |   by New Dream   |   February 6, 2018

Shara Drew, the director of New Dream's Kids & Commercialism campaign, reviews two recent children’s books that deal with the topic of consumerism in a way that's impactful and fun, and also suggests eight more oldies but goodies.

POLL: New American Dream Survey Report 2004

Resources   |   by New Dream   |   January 11, 2004

In a 2004 New Dream poll of 1,269 American adults, more than 4 in 5 respondents said that our society’s priorities are “out of whack,” with an overwhelming majority agreeing that as a society we are too focused on working and making money and not enough on family and community.

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.

New "Green" Films You Won't Want to Miss

Blog   |   by Mark Valentine   |   June 14, 2013

New Dream shares highlights from the recent San Francisco Green Film Festival.

The Company That Wants You to Buy Less

Blog   |   by Wen Lee   |   October 11, 2011

Patagonia is asking customers to buy less and buy used—something that flies in the face of everything we know about commercial business.

You Don’t Have to Bake Your Own Matzo: Tips for an Environmentally Friendly Passover

Blog   |   by Evonne Marzouk   |   March 17, 2017

If you’ve been wondering how to do Passover in a more environmentally friendly way, here are six ideas that might help.

POLL: New American Dream Poll 2014

Resources   |   by New Dream   |   June 29, 2014

What does the “American Dream” mean today? How—and how successfully—are Americans achieving this dream? How has the concept of the “American Dream” shifted over the past 10 years? These questions are at the heart of New Dream's 2014 national survey.

Hooked on Stuff: The Black Days of Post-Thanksgiving Consumerism

Blog   |   by Ray Lumpp   |   November 27, 2012

What started as a celebration of prosperity has become something akin to a national addiction. Are we choosing stuff over joy?

I'd Buy That for a Dollar!

Blog   |   by Addison Del Mastro   |   August 7, 2014

Should Detroit institute a one dollar house program?

Let's Get to Know Our Towns and Neighbors

Blog   |   by Bea Echeverria   |   February 28, 2018

New Dreamer Bea Echeverria offers insight into how she built a small network of acquaintances in her new home country and eventually found her community.

Skip the Goody Bags and Embrace Creativity Instead

Blog   |   by Rinny Yourman   |   December 13, 2017

New Dreamer Rinny Yourman describes how her family ditched goody bags in favor of giving guests at her daughter's birthday and Bat Mitzvah parties a more meaningful experience. 

Need Help or a Way to Help Out? SoKind Provides Meaningful Support Post-Disaster

Blog   |   by Edna Rienzi   |   September 20, 2017

SoKind Registry can be used as a centralized tool to coordinate meaningful hurricane relief for yourself or for friends and family.