The Commons is the shared wealth of life — land, water, air, knowledge, culture, and community resources — held not for private ownership but for collective stewardship, so that all beings may benefit across generations.

This isn’t a new idea. For most of human history, everything was just naturally in “the Commons” — people lived in relationship with each other and the Earth. It was only through colonization, ownership systems, and hierarchical structures that resources were taken out of the Commons and privatized. The Living Commons is about moving energy and life back into the Commons — returning what belongs to all life back into collective stewardship… where it’s meant to be.

The Living Commons is the first business to be gifted to Earth Regeneration Alliance. At the heart of Earth Regeneration Alliance (ERA) is a 365-year Purpose Trust. ERA stewards finances and assets (like land, equity, and businesses) within the Commons. TLC is a human energy hub — gathering people, skills, and creativity – that brings human energy into relationship with money and assets that are largely held by older generations. Together, both human and financial/asset energies circulate back into local economies, enabling collective stewardship and regeneration.

Contributions support operations of the TLC and the leftover profits go towards ecological restoration projects around the world (in partnership with Kinship Earth Flow Funding model).

TLC is designed with Gen Z at the center because this generation is perfectly positioned to unite around and catalyze a global movement. This is the generation that has the energy, desire, and ability to move quickly into new ways of being that are regenerative and based in commUNITY and authentic connection. That said, all ages are welcome and are encouraged to join. Everyone has a role to play.

You’re shaping the culture from the ground up — literally stewarding the beginning of a living field that will grow for generations.

No. The Living Commons isn’t tied to any religion, ideology, or party. It’s a space for people of all beliefs who care about Life — a Commons of shared values like care, reciprocity, and regeneration.

Perfect. You don’t need to come in as an expert — only curious and willing. TLC meets you where you are. You’ll learn, grow, and find your way of contributing naturally.

TLC members organize local meet-ups, clean-ups, or creative projects. You can start something in your community or join others nearby. It’s about building relationship with real people and real places. Very soon we hope to have all meet-ups fully funded.

Calls range from wellness and somatic sessions, to live authentic conversations, to collaborative workshops with guests from the regenerative movement. You can come to as many or as few as you like — each one is designed to nourish, connect, and inspire action.

Everywhere and nowhere. TLC is a global field rooted in local action. Our stewardship teams are based across North America, but the Commons belongs to everyone who participates.

Absolutely. While Gen Z sits at the center, elders and aligned organizations play a vital role — mentoring, resourcing, and collaborating across generations.

Not yet. TLC is held inside the Earth Regeneration Alliance Purpose Trust, which functions as a stewarding structure rather than a 501(c)(3). As the Commons matures, we’ll share transparent pathways for aligned philanthropic giving.

Transparency is part of our design. Quarterly flow reports will show exactly how contributions circulate — into core stewardship, tools, and flow-funding through Kinship Earth.