Start a Share Node

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This is for people who are already close to the community:

Pastors and parish leaders
who want practical, local solutions that respect parish authority

Farmers and food producers
who want to serve their communities directly

Community organizers
who want to act without layers of bureaucracy

Families and lay leaders
who see needs and want to respond responsibly

Local ministries and service groups

who want structure, transparency, and trust

You do not need a large budget.
You do not need paid staff.
You do not need federal funding.
You do not need permission from distant institutions.

What a Share Node Does

A Share Node is simple and local by design.

A Share Node:

• serves a defined local community
• distributes real food responsibly
• engages volunteers and families
• operates with dignity and transparency
• makes decisions locally

ShareNetwork does not run your operation.

It verifies, supports, and connects what you are already doing - or ready to begin.

What ShareNetwork Provides

Certified Share Nodes receive:

• a clear national trust standard
• certification and ongoing verification
• practical operating templates and guidance
• transparency and reporting tools
• visibility through the ShareNetwork directory

You retain full local control.

Share Nodes are independent.
ShareNetwork provides infrastructure - not control.

How to Begin

Starting a Share Node is straightforward and deliberately simple:

1. Submit a short application 
2. Agree to the Operating Charter 
3. Verify leadership and location 
4. Complete basic readiness steps 
5. Begin operating locally with confidence
    

Most communities already have what they need.

ShareNetwork helps you organize it responsibly.