In Commerce We Trust?

Blog | by Kelly Garriott Waite | July 1, 2013

Author Kelly Garriott Waite reflects on the need to reclaim trust and community in today's culture of big-box stores and hyper-consumerism.

Invisible Family Economics: The Value of Money Not Spent

Blog | by Suzita Cochran | April 18, 2012

One of the best ways you can support your family financially is by creating situations where you don’t spend money, writes Suzita Cochran.

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.

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.

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.

Question Consumption Stories Project

Campaigns | April 5, 2019

Living the Dream: The Fowlds – Living Large with Less

Blog | by Edna Rienzi | July 14, 2015

After a neighbor’s oak tree fell on their custom-built dream house, Sean and Linda Fowlds decided to try out a more mobile lifestyle.

Interview with Sasha Dichter, Founder of Generosity Day

Blog | by New Dream | February 11, 2013

In February 2013, New Dream' spoke with Sasha Dichter, founder of Generosity Day, about his proposed alternative to Valentine's Day commercialism.

Top 6 Ways to Simplify and Enjoy Your Holidays

Blog | by Edna Rienzi | November 17, 2015

For a holiday season focused on "more of what matters," check out our six favorite simplifying tips.

Community in Action Challenge: Build Connections

Blog | March 12, 2018

Let's consider reaching out to make new (or newly energized) connections in our neighborhoods or workplaces. Take our challenge to learn fun ways to do this!

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.