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.

Creating Community, One Market at a Time

Blog   |   by Amy Curtis   |   February 28, 2012

St. George's Market in Belfast, Ireland, showcases how local markets can bridge historical divides and give back to communities.

VIDEO: Solving Problems Through Community Wisdom – community members working to bring fresh, healthy food back to West Oakland (5 min.)

Videos   |   November 17, 2011

In this video, New Dream profiles an Oakland nonprofit that believes the best solutions to community problems are found within the community itself.

Financing to Fight Food Deserts

Blog   |   by Krislyn Placide   |   June 20, 2012

Pennsylvania’s Food Fresh Financing Initiative aims to help level the nutritional playing field in low-income areas.

Reward Yourself with Time and Creativity in the New Year

Blog   |   by Wendy Philleo   |   December 19, 2011

A lot of people can’t stand New Year’s resolutions, but I enjoy thinking about all the possibilities when a fresh year lies ahead.

Memory, Chicken Fingers, and Sustainability

Blog   |   by Addison Del Mastro   |   July 17, 2013

Much of what we call sustainability today was once simple common sense. Yet we are not very far from losing all living connection to this time.

GoodGuide: Green Product Information at Your Fingertips

Blog   |   by Kim   |   June 15, 2009

How can we be sure that we're making the right decisions before we get to the checkout line? GoodGuide is a helpful resource that puts all the dimensions of a product at your fingertips.

Pumpkins: Use the goop, compost the rest

Blog   |   by Kim   |   October 7, 2009

Go Antiquing, Help the Environment

Blog   |   by Anja Jewel   |   September 19, 2013

Looking for a way to decorate your home in an eco-friendly manner? Try antiquing and used furniture!

Your Money or Your Life? Share Your Story!

Blog   |   by Vicki Robin   |   January 24, 2017

This classic book on achieving financial independence is being updated—and the authors want to hear from you!

Welcome to the Walking School Bus

Blog   |   by Michaella   |   August 19, 2016

To combat childhood obesity, fight climate change, and boost community connection, walking school buses have become a new trend in both the United States and Europe.  

What I'm Going to Cook Next: Kale and Potato Soup

Blog   |   by Hanaa   |   April 14, 2009

Car Wash Techniques to Help the Environment

Blog   |   by Kim   |   July 2, 2009

Simplifying Another Holiday

Blog   |   by Kim   |   June 13, 2008

10 Alternative Gift Ideas for Father’s Day

Blog   |   by New Dream   |   June 8, 2016

Alternative gift ideas for Father's Day that are green, family-friendly, and local (because we all know dad doesn't need another necktie).