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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.
What to do if your office doesn't recycle
Blog | by Kim | June 9, 2009
Mackle-more of What Matters
Blog | by Ryan Dwyer | March 8, 2013
You know times are changing when a rap about the hipness of thrift store shopping hits the top of the charts.
Power Tools to the People: BORROW THIS IDEA
Blog | by Jason M. Hatch | October 4, 2011
The founder of Oregon's first tool library describes how he borrowed an idea and created a real resource for his neighborhood.
Challenge Toolkit: Reduce Waste
Custom Pages | March 19, 2018
What Are We Here For? Q&A with Sam Daley-Harris
Blog | by Anna Awimbo | September 19, 2013
New Dream sits down with activist and author Sam Daley-Harris on the 20th anniversary of his book, Reclaiming Our Democracy.