Spend Money

Cards and postcards are harder to ignore than phone calls or emails. There are a number of well-developed active campaigns. (Click through for details.)

Buy stamps, paper and pens, and go to town!

Are you in a profession that gets a TON of Starbucks gift cards? Teachers, daycare, even students are given small Starbucks gift cards as though it’s the national currency.

Regift them to people living on the street. Even a small purchase provides WiFi, charging and bathroom access.

Buy tickets for yourself (and a friend?) and attend a local entertainment event, especially if it’s a benefit for a cause you value! Musicians, spoken word poets, theatre  — get out and have some fun saving the world!

On October 1st, 2025 our public media went without public funding for the first time in their history. We fix that by funding them directly. Donate, volunteer, or buy merchandise.

Costco has re-asserted its commitment to DEI and fair pay repeatedly over the years. If bulk buys are too much, consider a mini co-op or donate spare units to a food bank. Click through for nuance.

Directly support the people creating inspiring content. Pick and author, musician, comedian or artist who inspires or leads you and find out how they monetize. Pay them directly when you can, and promote them when you can’t.

In many areas you can get prepared meals to heat at home, made locally with good ingredients. Some are stand-alone businesses, others are part of a network. If you get take-out or convenience food regularly, look into this alternative in your area.

Support a local farm: buy fall produce, go apple-picking or stop off for local honey or pickles to gift this holiday season.