About US

Green Zebra was conceived by two long-time friends. We were looking to embrace a lifestyle that promoted the health of our families, community, and planet. Like many people, we found ourselves so busy that we were operating based on convenience, rather than a conscious decision-making process. One day we realized it was time to slow down and start asking questions about the way we were living our lives. While researching our options we learned a lot, and met wonderful people who contribute to the unique character of San Francisco. We became inspired to try to play a role in preserving the city’s livability, and to help make San Francisco greener in the process.

We are often amazed that what started out as our personal journey of discovery evolved into a community project that has brought together government agencies, non-profit organizations, civic leaders and businesses, large and small. We are thrilled that Green Zebra, a healthier alternative to most traditional fundraising products, is benefiting public and private schools, as well as non-profit organizations interested in building community and preserving the environment.

Our goal is for readers to view the Green Zebra guide as a starting point for their own exploration of the many healthy and natural options we are so fortunate to have in the Bay Area. We hope you have as much fun using your Green Zebra guide as we did creating it. It is our intention that as we continue to learn and grow, we will expand the guide and its offerings. We would love to hear from you, so please send us your thoughts and suggestions. Thanks in advance for helping make San Francisco a more sustainable place to live and work.

People are Talking about Green Zebra... find out what they’ve been saying

GREEN ZEBRA OPENS AT CROCKER GALLERIA-SAN FRANCISCO
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THE SAN FRANCISCO BAY GUARDIAN BEST OF THE BAY
Green Zebra wins Best of the Bay: Best Pennysavers for Earthsavers
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BOMA's March Luncheon
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CLEAN TECHIES (MARCH 2009)
Green Zebra is a part of the party for GRID Alernatives
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USA TODAY (NOV 2008)
A bounty sprouts in the city with MyFarm enterprise
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SAN FRANCISCO CHRONICLE (JUNE 2008)
S.F. firm harvests potential of unused land
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ACTERRA: ACTION FOR A SUSTAINABLE EARTH (APR 2008)
Green Zebra wins 2008 Business Environmental Award
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SAN FRANCISCO BAY GUARDIAN (MAR 2008)
The Green Zebra Guide: Discounts That Do Good
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ENERGY 92.7FM (MAR 2008)
Anne Vollen and The Green Zebra Guide: AT&T Community Spotlight winners!
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MARIN INDEPENDENT JOURNAL (FEB 2008)
“What's a green zebra? Sustainably printed in black and white and green all over and that many hope will be read all over.”
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TRENDWATCHING (JUN/JUL 2007)
“Truly authentic, niche goods and services...can be discovered by authenticity-seeking consumers”
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7x7 MAGAZINE (APR 2007)
“Pinching pennies has never been so charitable.”
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IDEAL BITE (FEB 2007)
“SF's Green Zebra coupon book pretty much rocks”
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JEWISH NEWS WEEKLY (FEB 2007)
“...as people save dollars and cents, the founders of Green Zebra hope consumers will develop an interest in saving the earth, too.”
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SAN FRANCISCO CHRONICLE (JAN 2007)
“A different stripe - Green Zebra coupon book hopes to clip environmental waste, raise awareness”
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PETER FINCH'S "BEAT OF THE BAY" ON KFOG (DEC 2006)
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BAY AREA BUSINESS WOMAN (DEC 2006)
“With 250 exclusive offers from San Francisco’s green businesses, the women of
Green Zebra are linking intelligent shoppers with trend-setting businesses.”
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WORLD CHANGING SAN FRANCISCO (DEC 2006)
“Dollars, cents, trees, and hugs - one way or another, this guide is worth every penny.”
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YOU TUBE BY SUSTAIN LANE (NOV 2006)
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TREEHUGGER (NOV 2006)
“Knowing that we can't shop our way to sustainability, Green Zebra can also answer many of your questions about living green in the city.”
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HARDWARE HOTLINE (OCT 2006)
“…this excellent resource is a must for busy San Franciscans and their families who want to live more environmentally-friendly lives.”
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THE VIEW FROM THE BAY (SEP 2006)
“…making San Francisco not only greener, but a less frustrating place for families to live.”
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