My Attempt to 'Buy Nothing New' This October

Blog | by Anjuli Crocker | October 22, 2012

How hard is it to not buy anything new for an entire month? New Dream's AJ Crocker tries it out—and finds a world of abundance and creativity.

This October, Turn Your Intention Into Action

Blog | by New Dream | September 20, 2017

Through NWEI's EcoChallenge, join thousands of others in proving that small actions add up to real change.

A Light at the End of the Black Friday Tunnel

Blog | by Dave Evans | November 11, 2016

The Black Friday shopping frenzy has become extreme enough that even a handful of retailers themselves are protesting against it.

Go Green This Halloween!

Blog | by Anna Awimbo | October 17, 2013

Don't let Halloween be a frightening time for the environment (or your wallet!). Here are some tips to go green this Halloween.

Chris Jordan: Paparazzi of Garbage

Blog | by Amy Curtis | July 13, 2011

Jordan's work captures a reality that’s all too easy for consumers to ignore: that waste multiplies, rapidly.

WEBINAR: How to Start a Time Bank

Webinars | September 20, 2012

In a time bank, a group of people agree to trade hours instead of money. In this webinar, founders of the Community Connections TimeBank, Arroyo Time Bank, and Bay Area Community Exchange share how they got their time banks off the ground.

"Buying Nothing New" Isn't About Shopping, It's About Facing Our Deepest Values

Blog | by Anjuli Crocker | December 7, 2012

For AJ Crocker, a month-long attempt to "buy nothing new" became an unexpected exploration into her deepest motivations and values.

ACTION KIT: Step-by-Step: How to Hold an Alternative Gift Fair in Your Community

Resources | by New Dream | October 15, 2013

Here's all the info you need to hold an alternative gift fair in your community, connecting people to charities that are working to make our world a better place.

Save Money and Have Fun: DIY Halloween Decorations

Blog | by Ethan Freeman | October 12, 2012

These five do-it-yourself decoration ideas will help you put your family and home in the Halloween spirit—without spending a ton of money.

Freddie & John’s Transition into Parenthood

Blog | by Edna Rienzi | March 3, 2014

In the Real Celebrations series, SoKind asks registry users to share a bit about their celebrations. Read about how Freddie and John made their baby shower a meaningful celebration of their transition into parenthood.