Money for Change: How to Reduce Waste, Build Wealth, and Create a Better Future for All

by Kara Perez

Discover the path to a wealthier, more sustainable future

Money for How to Reduce Waste, Build Wealth, and Create a Better Future for All is a startlingly insightful and compelling book that redefines personal finance through the twin lenses of environmental sustainability and community, offering actionable steps to not only improve your financial health but also make a positive impact on the planet.

Kara Perez, a visionary in sustainable personal finance, shares her unique approach to breaking free from outdated financial advice, demonstrating how you can achieve a fulfilling life that values community, sustainability, and financial well-being. Filled with real-world anecdotes, cutting-edge research, and hands-on money exercises, this book equips you with the tools needed to take immediate action towards a brighter, greener future.

You'll explore topics

How to navigate the challenges of thrifting, tackle eco-anxiety, invest ethically, and engage in environmental justice, all while securing your financial future How overconsumption and reliance on fossil fuels became the norm and how we can find practical alternatives that work better for us and the planet Why systems, and not individuals, are the real problem Ideal for young professionals, growing families, entrepreneurs, small business owners, and financial planners alike, Money for Change is more than a book—it's a movement towards integrating financial success with environmental stewardship. Join Kara Perez in transforming how you think about money and take the first step towards building wealth and creating a better future for all.

Genres: Finance

208 pages, Paperback

Published April 22, 2025

Reviews

[Sage · Rating 4 out of 5]

I really appreciated that throughout this book, Kara reiterated the idea that perfect is the enemy of good!! It doesn’t have to be perfect, you don’t have to be the pErFeCt investor or recycler or community-builder, so just get over yourself and do somethinggggg, basically. And man, the section on walkable college campuses and community etc., I miss college all the time for that alone!

[Antonia · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really loved this socially and environmentally conscious approach to managing personal finances. So many great examples, strategies and action steps to help make financial decisions that are responsible and sustainable.

[Krystal · Rating 4 out of 5]

Love Kara and all her personal finance and community building work. The book is like a long conversation with her and obviously, she can go into a lot more detail with things in a long-form format. Her approach to personal finance is very timely and not necessarily based on the nuts and bolts but looking at your money in the big picture, how you can use your dollars to support not just the life you want, but also support your community and use money to enact your values.

[Joce · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is fantastic! It has often seemed like an either-or choice when it comes to being an environmentalist and also building wealth. I love Kara's words and the way she discusses these topics in a cohesive way. This is the finance book I have been waiting for!

[Christina · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very 101 in what it's recommending/covering, but a solid guide to living your values through what you consume. I liked the blend of the warm and (naturally) humorous tone from the author and solid financial education/advice.

[Amy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wealth building/management 101 + very specific instructions for how to change your investments/spending to better reflect your values.