02/14/2026
Today, on Valentine’s Day, we are reflecting on what has always been at the heart of Eat Share: love.
Love is what sparked this mission.
Love is what brought volunteers into kitchens and neighbors around tables.
Love is what fueled the remarkable growth we’ve experienced in recent months.
And love — when it is real and responsible — also requires honesty, care, and integrity.
After thoughtful discussion, the Eat Share Board of Directors has made the decision to pause operations, effective today. This pause will allow us the necessary space to reflect, process, and thoughtfully discern the most sustainable and aligned path forward. At this time, we are not announcing a specific timeline, as we want to move carefully and intentionally.
In collaboration with our Executive Director, the Board ensured that every current commitment was honored before entering this pause. Yesterday and today, 15 meals have been in delivery to families as promised. It was important to us to conclude this season with care and follow through.
As part of our commitment to transparency, Eat Share will not be participating in Raise the Region this year. We cannot, in good faith, invite financial support without clarity about the organization’s future direction. We have also paused all recurring donations. Any future fundraising efforts will be grounded in integrity and a clear plan.
We also want to acknowledge the rapid growth Eat Share has experienced and the immense leadership that has carried it forward. Growth requires structure, sustainability, and support. As a Board, we recognize the importance of prioritizing the wellbeing of those who steward this mission. Ensuring space for rest and renewal is part of responsible governance and long-term care for the organization.
This pause is not a rejection of the mission. It is an act of care for it.
Love built Eat Share.
Love has sustained it.
And love is guiding this moment of reflection and discernment.
We are deeply grateful to every volunteer, partner, donor, and neighbor who has been part of this journey. Your belief in shared meals and shared humanity has shaped something meaningful.
We will share updates as we have clarity. For now, we choose reflection over reaction, and integrity over urgency.
With gratitude,
The Eat Share Board of Directors
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📸 Thank you to Kelly Ann M Photography for capturing these moments this week with Volunteer Chef, Carol 💙
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