named programs · 8 · from sources
What they call their work
Around the Dinner Table (ATDT) Forum
Long-running online support community for caregivers navigating eating disorder treatment and recovery
Caregiver Mentorship Program
10-week one-on-one mentorship program pairing caregivers with experienced peers for skill-building and support
F.E.A.S.T. 30 Days Program
Free email-based educational program delivering daily information and resources to caregivers over 30 days
F.E.A.S.T. Caregiver Skills Toolkit
Video-based course designed to build essential caregiving skills for managing eating disorders
F.E.A.S.T. of Knowledge Conference
Annual event featuring expert speakers, live networking, and educational sessions for caregivers
Monthly Webinars
Online educational talks covering current topics in eating disorder treatment and recovery
Online Support Groups (For Caregivers & Siblings)
Virtual meetups facilitating peer support, experience-sharing, and advice for caregivers and siblings
Parent Support Team (Email Support)
Email-based support providing personalized guidance from experienced caregiver volunteers
activities · 3 groups
What they do
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Eating Disorder Recovery Support 7 activities
- Advocate for eating disorder research and educationAdvocates for increased research and education to reduce suffering associated with eating disorders, supporting broader awareness and evidence-based treatment approaches.
- Deliver educational programming for caregiversOffers a 30-day email-based educational program, monthly webinars, a video-based Caregiver Skills Toolkit, and comprehensive family guides to equip caregivers with knowledge and skills for managing eating disorders.
- Develop and publish educational content for caregiversAuthors and publishes educational materials and resources on the FEAST website to inform and support caregivers of individuals with eating disorders.
- Empower families through information and communityProvides support, education, empowerment, and community to families navigating eating disorder treatment through a range of programs and services.
- Facilitate caregiver support groups and peer mentorship programsProvides structured peer support through weekly co-led caregiver support groups in partnership with ANAD, a 10-week one-on-one caregiver mentorship program, and virtual online support groups for caregivers and siblings of individuals with eating disorders.
- Produce caregiver-focused media and resourcesProduces a podcast hosted by caregivers with lived experience and develops educational content including signs of eating disorders and recovery strategies to help families seek timely treatment.
- Provide recovery-oriented support and guidanceSupports physical, behavioral, and psychological recovery in eating disorders by guiding caregivers to restore weight to individual set points, promote full nutrition, eliminate disordered behaviors, and foster healthy beliefs around food and body image.
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Professional Networking Events 1 activity
- Host recurring events and conferences for families and caregiversOrganizes recurring virtual events at multiple times weekly and hosts the annual F.E.A.S.T. of Knowledge Conference featuring expert speakers and live networking opportunities.
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Caregiver Support for Dementia and Aging 1 activity
- Operate online support communities and forumsMaintains the Around the Dinner Table (ATDT) Forum, an online support community for caregivers, and provides email-based peer support from trained volunteer caregivers.
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financials · form 990 · fy2025
revenue
Total revenue$311K
Contributions & grants$249K80%
Program service revenue$60K19%
Investment income$3K1%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$266K
Program expenses71%
Admin / overhead26%
Fundraising3%
Salaries & benefits$65K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$367K
Cash$367K
Investments$0
Liabilities$499
Net assets$367K
Liquid reserves16.6 mo
6 years on record · 2020–2025 · YoY revenue +1.6%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2025
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| JUDY KRASNA | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | 40 | $60K |
board members · 7
- DAVE DUNN — TREASURER
- ELIZABETH WOODCOCK — SECRETARY
- ELLEN EWING — CHAIR
- LAURA COHEN — BOARD MEMBER
- MARGARET MCDONALD — BOARD MEMBER
- MAURICIO VERGARA — BOARD MEMBER
- RACHEL POLONSKY — BOARD MEMBER
relationships · 17
Who they work with
- ANAD Partner — Collaborates with FEAST to co-lead caregiver support groups.
- Academy for Eating Disorders (AED) Partner — Rachel Bachner-Melman is Director of Outreach; Umberto Nizzoli is president of the European Chapter
- Case Western Reserve School of Medicine Partner — Mark Warren serves on the faculty
- FEAST-ED Network — Therese Waterhous was one of the founding board members of the international non-profit advocacy group FEAST-ED
- Facebook Partner — Hosts the F.E.A.S.T. ATDT Facebook Group for caregiver discussions, information sharing, and support.
- Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) Partner — Debra K. Katzman is Senior Associate Scientist at the Research Institute at SickKids
- Israel Association for Eating Disorders Partner — Rachel Bachner-Melman is President
- Johns Hopkins School of Medicine Partner — Collaborates with Angela Guarda, Professor of Psychiatry and Stephen and Jean Robinson Professor of Eating Disorders
- Kings College London Partner — Janet Treasure is a Professor and collaborates on treatment development
- Lucile Salter Packard Children’s Hospital at Stanford Partner — James Lock is the director of the Eating Disorders Program in the Division of Child Psychiatry
- Sanford Health Partner — Stephen Wonderlich is Vice President for Research
- South London and Maudsley hospitals Partner — Janet Treasure is a consultant and works extensively with patients and carers
- The Cleveland Clinic Foundation Partner — Mark Warren teaches and practices
- University Hospitals of Cleveland Partner — Mark Warren teaches and practices
- University of North Carolina Center of Excellence for Eating Disorders Partner — Founded by Cynthia M. Bulik, who serves as its Founding Director
- University of North Dakota School of Medicine Partner — Stephen Wonderlich is the Chester Fritz Distinguished Professor
- University of Toronto Partner — Debra K. Katzman is a Professor of Pediatrics in the Department of Pediatrics
strategies · 3
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Family Empowerment Modelmethodology: family_empowermentBy providing education, peer support, and community to families affected by eating disorders, FEAST improves treatment outcomes, shortens illness duration, and reduces suffering because empowered families are better equipped to manage the disorder and act as effective frontline caregivers.
- Lived-Experience Leadershipmethodology: lived-experience-ledBy integrating parent advocacy and expert-by-experience perspectives into organizational governance and decision-making, FEAST ensures programs are grounded in real-world needs, increasing relevance and effectiveness because leadership shaped by lived experience reflects authentic community priorities.
- Peer Support Through Lived Experiencemethodology: peer_support_lived_experienceBy using peer-led, lived-experience-based support, FEAST builds trust and empathy among caregivers, which enhances engagement and recovery support because shared experience validates struggles and models resilience in ways clinical expertise alone cannot.