Goodwill Committees promote not only good will, but also active ethics, awareness of those with disabilities, and support for junior programs. Each year, members are appointed to recognize members in good standing who have contributed to the the enjoyment of bridge.
The ACBL Goodwill Committee website calls out these top 10 Goodwill Gestures:
- Greet and Welcome Opponents
- Always Say, “Director, Please”
- Lead or Place Dummy before You Write
- Mentor a New Player
- Say, “Thank You, Partner”
- Compliment Opponent’s Play
- Discuss Hands after the Game
- Accept Defeat and Victory with Grace
- Leave a Tidy Table
- Smile Often!
District Six appoints two members to the national ACBL Goodwill Committee each year. Likewise, units in District Six appoint one new member to the District Six Goodwill Committee each year.