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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?
Matchmaker Service for Leftovers: A Win-Win
Blog | by Kim | September 23, 2009
Greener Grads: Changing the Way We Approach Graduation
Blog | by Seth Yon | April 26, 2015
Greener Grads is offering the tools to change our traditions into less wasteful and more responsible celebrations.
Regift for charity and other year-end donations
Blog | by Kim | December 29, 2008
A New Kind of Community Finance
Blog | by Rachel Maxwell | October 29, 2014
Community Sourced Capital is a new kind of financial system that empowers communities to fund the businesses they most care about.
How a Gift Registry Is Being Used to Build Relationships and Strengthen Communities
Blog | by New Dream | January 7, 2016
Our audience has used SoKind registry in new and creative ways that have surprised and inspired us. Maybe you have a great idea, too?
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.
Behavior and Social Change Campaign: May 2018 Update
Blog | May 9, 2018
An update from New Dream’s Social and Behavior Change fellow, Kelley Dennings.
Local Food Hub Brings Fresh, Healthy Food to Virginia’s Heartland
Blog | by Kristen Suokko and Emily Manley | October 23, 2012
Charlottesville's Local Food Hub has a mission: to fix a broken food system by reconnecting local farmers, families, and food grown close to home.
Break Free From the Carbon Confusion
Blog | by Elizabeth O'Brien | November 14, 2012
By doing the math for you, "How Bad Are Bananas?" can help you be more realistic—and efficient—in your eco-conscious decision making.
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.
Celebrate Independence: Find the Local Love
Blog | by Terra Wellington | July 3, 2012
Grassroots businesses are all about a sense of place and sharing. Isn’t this how it used to be? Or maybe, how we’d like it to be.
How to Stage a Clothes Swap
Blog | by Regan McMahon, courtesy of Shareable.net | July 25, 2011
At these friendly social gatherings, one person’s discard is another one’s treasure.
The Rapidian: Open the Door – The Art of Placemaking
Blog | December 14, 2017
The Center for a New American Dream envisions "... a focus on more of what really matters, such as creating a meaningful life, contributing to community and society, valuing nature, and spending time with family and friends."
Six Ways to Make Sure Your Wedding Has a Positive Impact
Blog | by Caitlin Frauton | March 16, 2016
Looking for some ways to have an eco-friendly wedding? Caitlin Frauton from DIY Wedding Mentor shares six tips to help you throw a meaningful celebration that positively impacts the environment and your community.