Practical guides for lending and borrowing

Simple ways to keep a shared record, set a clear return plan and make more use of what you and your community already own.

How to Keep Track of Things You Lend to Friends

A five-part handoff routine, reminder plan and worked example for everyday lending.

Download a CSV file for your spreadsheet or print a blank lending log.

Copy kind, direct messages for reminders, overdue items, extensions and damage.

Set up a useful gear shelf with clear rules, responsible handoffs and return reminders.

The lending log and return-message templates, with links your group can share with members.