Share Network in Action

90-Day ShareNetwork Pilot Checklist

(For Parish Councils, Boards, and Pastoral Oversight)

Purpose of the Pilot:

To evaluate whether ShareNetwork is a good fit for the parish by testing a limited, locally governed implementation with clear boundaries, accountability, and an exit option.

PILOT OVERVIEW

• Pilot Duration: 90 days 
• Scope: Limited, parish-approved activity 
• Authority: Pastor retains full discretion at all times 
• Outcome: Continue, modify, or discontinue participation
   

There is no obligation beyond the pilot period.

PHASE 1: DISCERNMENT & APPROVAL (Days 1–15)

☐ Pastor has reviewed the Parish Council Packet
☐ Parish Council discussion completed
☐ Resolution approved (or pilot authorized)
☐ Pilot scope clearly defined (host or partner)
☐ Parish leadership team identified (2–5 people)
☐ Primary parish contact designated
☐ Pilot dates set (start and end)

Notes:

PHASE 2: SETUP & READINESS (Days 16–30)

☐ ShareNetwork briefing completed
☐ Operating Charter reviewed and acknowledged
☐ Local leadership roles clarified
☐ Parish space identified (if hosting)
☐ Basic schedule established (weekly / biweekly / monthly)
☐ Volunteer guidelines reviewed
☐ Transparency expectations explained
☐ Communication plan approved by parish leadership

Notes:

PHASE 3: INITIAL OPERATION (Days 31–60)

☐ Pilot activity begins
☐ Food sourcing confirmed (donated / local)
☐ Volunteers onboarded
☐ Distribution or support activity conducted
☐ Participation tracked (not just volume)
☐ Issues documented calmly and promptly
☐ Pastor or delegate briefed periodically

Key Questions to Observe:

• Are people participating willingly? 
• Is dignity being preserved? 
• Is the workload reasonable? 
• Is parish life respected?
   

Notes:

PHASE 4: REVIEW & DISCERNMENT (Days 61–90)

☐ Pilot activities continue consistently
☐ Leadership feedback collected
☐ Volunteer feedback collected
☐ Parish leadership concerns addressed
☐ ShareNetwork support assessed
☐ Risks or challenges documented
☐ Benefits to parish and community evaluated

Notes:

END-OF-PILOT REVIEW (Day 90)

☐ Pastor review completed
☐ Parish Council review completed
☐ Recommendation recorded:

☐ Continue participation
☐ Continue with modifications
☐ Pause or discontinue participation

Rationale:

EXIT CLARITY (IMPORTANT)

At the conclusion of the pilot:

• the parish may continue without change 
• the parish may modify its involvement 
• the parish may discontinue participation
   

No penalties.
No obligations.
No reputational risk.

KEY SAFEGUARDS (FOR THE RECORD)

✔ Parish retains full authority
✔ No parish funds transferred
✔ No centralized control
✔ No political or government entanglement
✔ Participation remains pastoral and local

SUMMARY STATEMENT (OPTIONAL FOR MINUTES)

“The ShareNetwork pilot allowed the parish to test a locally governed care initiative in a controlled and prudent manner, consistent with Catholic Social Doctrine and parish oversight.”
 

Appendix Prepared By:
ShareNetwork
A project of Your Catholic Voice Foundation (501(c)(3))