Reinventing Our Streetscapes: An Interview with Urban Tactician Mike Lydon

Blog | by Lisa Mastny | May 14, 2013

Lydon talks about his lifelong interest in cities and how he's devoted his career to making America's streets more walkable, safe, and fun.

Living the Dream: Bea Johnson, Zero Waste Guru

Blog | by Edna Rienzi | February 22, 2016

Bea inspires a growing community to live simply and take a stance against needless waste.

Learning About Microfinance as a Family: The Gift That Keeps on Giving

Blog | by Suzita Cochran | February 10, 2017

We often hear about gifts that “keep on giving,” but in the case of a microloan, it really can. A Colorado mom shares her experience.

Living the Dream: "Simplicity Shifter" Carmella Rayone

Blog | by Edna Rienzi | February 13, 2014

After the financial crash of 2009, Carmella Rayone and her family became "simplicity shifters" in their small Wyoming town.

Partner Update: Campaign for a Commercial-Free Childhood Adopts New Dream’s Kids & Commercialism and Kids Unbranded Programs and Assets

Blog | February 19, 2020

Our longtime partner, Campaign for a Commercial-Free Childhood (CCFC), has officially adopted New Dream’s work in this area. CCFC is committed to helping children thrive in an increasingly commercialized, screen-obsessed culture, and is the only organization dedicated to ending marketing to children.

How to Pay for the Kids College and Save the Environment

Blog | by Christopher | July 8, 2009

Embracing Letting Go: Unintentional and Intentional Simplifying

Blog | by Lisa Luken | December 28, 2015

Lisa Lukin realized that her unfulfilling life was only going to change if she intentionally created a new path. Here's her story.

Living the Dream: Non-Consumer Advocate Katy Wolk-Stanley

Blog | by Edna Rienzi | November 11, 2013

Labor and delivery nurse Katy Wolk-Stanley shares how she moved from living a frugal lifestyle to being a leading non-consumer.

Living the Dream: Montana Homesteader Ashley Browning

Blog | by Edna Rienzi | June 17, 2013

Ashley Browning and her family recently relocated to a farm in Montana, where they aim to live a life focused on production, rather than consumption.

Challenge Toolkit: Share With Others

Custom Pages | March 15, 2018

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

Blog | by Edna Rienzi | January 12, 2016

Who knew that a gift registry could be used to sponsor a refugee family, create support systems for those suffering from illness, and get teachers the supplies they need? Our SoKind users continue to amaze us with the ways in which they're using SoKind to strengthen their communities and build relationships. Read on for inspiration!

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