Recycle/Recraft/Re-fashion Your Clothing

Blog | by Kim | February 18, 2009

"Fast Fashion" Isn't Just Trendy and Glamorous: It Has Consequences

Blog | by Addison Del Mastro | May 12, 2013

Bangladesh is a heartbreaking reminder of the flip side of conscious consumption—and why we need to do better.

Do You Love What You Wear? 10 Tips for Boosting Your Style While Avoiding the Traps of Fast Fashion

Blog | by Rebecca Ballard | June 9, 2016

Here are 10 tips for boosting your style while avoiding the traps of fast fashion.

Neckties: Unknotting the Unnecessary Custom

Blog | by Kim | September 14, 2009

Rethinking Mother's Day

Blog | by Jenn Knepper | May 9, 2014

For Mother’s Day this year, we've partnered with a local business that upcycles materials and offers workshops for groups to come together and let creativity soar.

#StuffCheck: How Many Shoes Do You Own?

Blog | by Wen Lee | March 1, 2013

The average American owns 19 pairs of shoes. What does this say about us?

PHOTOS: What Does "More Fun, Less Stuff" Mean to You?

Blog | by Wen Lee | March 13, 2014

A slideshow of people who are choosing to reject the "Buy More" messaging of mainstream media and instead say: "More Fun, Less Stuff!"

Artist Critiques Social Norms and Our Consumer Culture

Blog | by Lisa Mastny | September 26, 2011

Undermining the status quo with provocative artwork and a healthy dose of wit and humor.

Challenge Toolkit: Reduce Waste

Custom Pages | March 19, 2018

Christmas Is About Presence, Not Presents

Blog | by Sarah Allison | November 9, 2018

New Dream Youth Fellow Sarah Allison shares her experience and faith-based values around keeping the Christmas holiday focused on transformation and healing.

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.

Going Screen-Free at Home: It’s Not as Hard as You Think

Blog | by Edna Rienzi | April 12, 2013

When a mother of three opted to enforce strict television rules in her home, she discovered that life was actually easier and less stressful.

Becoming a Teacher Made Me an Activist—and My Story Might Make You One, Too

Blog | by Mary-Alexis | November 21, 2019

Mary-Alexis hated high school when she was a student, which is exactly why she became a high school teacher. By understanding what made school so awful for her, she's learned how to better serve her students, and become an activist in the process.

Starting a Tool Library: Inspiration and Insights from Baltimore’s Station North

Blog | by John Shea and Piper Watson | March 8, 2013

An innovative new tool library is opening its doors in an urban neighborhood that's ripe for a renaissance. Here's the story of how it came about.

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