The Giving Field

Simon Calder

Editorial pen name for articles about community sport and mentorship. These bylines identify subject areas, not professional qualifications.

Define the task, availability and support before turning enthusiasm into an ongoing commitment.

A practical guide to requests, specifications, delivery and the work that comes after a purchase.

The reading room

Look for an undated ledger with room for recipient, purpose, receipt and review notes. An ordinary notebook is enough to begin.

Borrow before buying. Compare the author’s assumptions, audience and publication date with the questions your family is asking.