❓ Frequently Asked Questions
About Brave Bites
💬 What is Brave Bites?
Brave Bites is a nonprofit that offers free, text-based peer support for people navigating eating disorder recovery.
We’re not therapy — we’re real people, helping others feel seen, encouraged, and less alone.
🧍♀️ Who is Brave Bites for?
Brave Bites is for anyone struggling with:
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Disordered eating
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Meal structure
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Recovery fatigue or isolation
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Needing a gentle accountability partner
You don’t need a diagnosis. You don’t need to be in treatment. You just need to want support.
💬 What does support look like?
You’ll be matched with a trained peer support coach who checks in with you by text (or digital message) up to six times a day, depending on your needs.
Support is structured around gentle encouragement, goal reminders, and our 3 meals / 3 snacks model — but it’s never clinical, prescriptive, or pressured.
📱 Is everything really done by text?
Yes! Support is 100% virtual — mostly text, sometimes email, and optional short calls. No apps, no video chats, no in-person visits.
💸 How much does it cost?
Nothing. Brave Bites is completely free thanks to generous donors and partners. We don’t bill insurance. We don’t upsell.
We just show up.
⚠️ Is Brave Bites therapy?
Nope. Brave Bites is not therapy, treatment, or medical care.
We do not diagnose, prescribe, or provide clinical advice. We are non-clinical peer supporters who walk alongside you — not behind a clipboard.
🎁 What are milestone tokens?
We mail physical milestone tokens as a surprise reward to participants who stay engaged. Tokens are not based on perfection — they’re earned through time, honesty, and presence.
🧾 Do I have to report meals or complete worksheets?
Nope. You’ll get tracking tools (like meal logs and reflection pages), but they’re self-guided.
We don’t monitor what you do — we just support you in doing it.
🧑🤝🧑 Can I refer a friend or family member?
Yes. You can request our Support Info Packet for Family and Friends.
We also offer donation options to sponsor support for someone else.
🙋 Can I volunteer?
Yes! We welcome volunteers with as little as 5 minutes a day to spare.
Visit our Volunteer Page to learn more or request the Volunteer Info Packet.
🤝 Can my organization partner with Brave Bites?
Absolutely. We work with therapists, schools, spiritual communities, and sponsors.
Check out our Partner Page to learn how we can collaborate.
🚨 What if I’m in crisis?
Brave Bites is not a crisis service.
If you are in danger or need immediate help, please visit our Emergency Resource Page or contact a local crisis line.