Rethinking Stuff,
Building a
Better Future

We’re building a world where people and the planet come before profit.

Through storytelling, policy, and grassroots action, we challenge the throwaway economy and fight for systems where communities and ecosystems can thrive.

Watch the original short film

The Story of Stuff with Annie Leonard

This is where it all began. Our original short film launched a global conversation about where our Stuff comes from and where it goes. Join millions of viewers and see how the Story of Stuff continues to inspire action today.

Watch our movies

Dive into short docs and animations that unpack the hidden impacts of our consumer culture. From water theft to plastic pollution, our stories expose the problems and point toward solutions.

take our changemaker quiz

Everyone is unique in the ways they take action. Visit the link below to learn what kind of Changemaker you are!

Sketch of a figure poring 36 gallons of water into a funnel to produce a single cup of coffee

GET TO KNOW THE ISSUES

Dig further into the stories that fuel our fight, from frontline communities resisting pollution to the corporate lobbyists rewriting the rules.

Make a Donation to the Story of Stuff Project

We rely on supporters like you to power our films, policy campaigns, and grassroots organizing. Your donation helps us fight corporate abuse and uplift solutions rooted in sustainability and community.

Featured Campaign

Fight Plastic Pollution

Serve up reuse

A reuse system is a coordinated process where that plate—or a cup, container, or utensils—is washed and used again and again. Reuse stops waste before it begins, instead of trying to manage it after the damage is done. This campaign works to bring reuse to our communities.