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Shore Bancshares (SHBI) director receives 1,855 RSUs and shifts 54,024 shares to trust

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Shore Bancshares director Rebecca Middleton McDonald received a new equity award in the form of restricted stock units (RSUs). She was granted 1,855 RSUs, each representing one share of SHBI common stock, bringing her direct RSU holdings to 4,165 units.

The filing notes an increase in beneficial ownership through an exempt acquisition under the Shore Bancshares Dividend Reinvestment Plan and reports that 54,024 common shares previously held directly are now held in a trust for which she serves as trustee. Existing RSUs for 2,310 shares vest on July 29, 2026, and the new 1,855-unit award vests on May 21, 2027.

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Insider McDonald Rebecca Middleton
Role Director
Type Security Shares Price Value
Grant/Award Restricted Stock Units 1,855 $0.00 $0.00
holding Restricted Stock Units -- -- --
holding Common Stock -- -- --
holding Common Stock -- -- --
holding Common Stock -- -- --
holding Common Stock -- -- --
Holdings After Transaction: Restricted Stock Units — 6,475 shares (Direct); Common Stock — 54,024 shares (Indirect, By Trust for R. McDonald); Common Stock — 7,957 shares (Direct); Common Stock — 19,515 shares (Indirect, By Trustee for BMF Trust); Common Stock — 17,187 shares (Indirect, By Trustee for EFD IR Trust)
Footnotes (7)
  1. F1. Reflects an increase in beneficial ownership resulting from an exempt acquisition of common stock under Shore Bancshares Dividend Reinvestment Plan pursuant to Rule 16a-11.
  2. F2. Since the reporting person's last report, 54,024 shares previously held directly have been transferred and are now held in a trust for which Ms. McDonald is acting as trustee.
  3. F3. Each restricted stock unit represents a contingent right to receive one share of SHBI common stock.
  4. F4. Represents restricted stock units that vest on July 29, 2026, the first anniversary of the award.
  5. F5. Restricted stock units vest as follows: 2,310 shares on July 29, 2026.
  6. F6. Represents restricted stock units that vest on May 21, 2027, the first anniversary of the award.
  7. F7. Restricted stock units vest as follows: 1,855 shares on May 21, 2027.
New RSU grant 1,855 units Restricted stock units granted to director on May 21, 2026
Total RSUs after grant 4,165 units Direct restricted stock unit holdings following the transaction
Existing RSUs vesting 2,310 shares RSUs scheduled to vest on July 29, 2026
New RSUs vesting 1,855 shares RSUs scheduled to vest on May 21, 2027
Common shares in R. McDonald trust 54,024 shares Shares now held in a trust where she is trustee
Common shares in BMF Trust 19,515 shares Indirect ownership by trustee for BMF Trust
Common shares in EFD IR Trust 17,187 shares Indirect ownership by trustee for EFD IR Trust
Direct common shares 7,957 shares Directly held SHBI common stock following the update
Restricted Stock Units financial
"Represents restricted stock units that vest on July 29, 2026, the first anniversary of the award."
Restricted stock units are a type of company reward where employees are promised shares of stock, but they only fully own these shares after meeting certain conditions, like staying with the company for a set time. They matter because they can become valuable assets and are often used to motivate employees to help the company succeed.
Dividend Reinvestment Plan financial
"Reflects an increase in beneficial ownership resulting from an exempt acquisition of common stock under Shore Bancshares Dividend Reinvestment Plan pursuant to Rule 16a-11."
A dividend reinvestment plan lets shareholders automatically use cash dividends to buy more shares of the same company instead of receiving the money. It matters to investors because it turns regular payouts into a steady way to grow ownership and take advantage of compound returns—like having your savings automatically buy additional slices of a pie over time—while often reducing transaction costs and smoothing purchase timing.
beneficial ownership financial
"Reflects an increase in beneficial ownership resulting from an exempt acquisition of common stock under Shore Bancshares Dividend Reinvestment Plan pursuant to Rule 16a-11."
Beneficial ownership means the person or entity that actually enjoys the benefits of owning shares or other assets — such as receiving dividends, voting rights, or price gains — even if the legal title is held in another name. For investors it matters because knowing who truly controls and profits from a company reveals who can influence decisions, exposes potential conflicts of interest or hidden concentration of power, and affects transparency and risk in the stock.
Rule 16a-11 regulatory
"exempt acquisition of common stock under Shore Bancshares Dividend Reinvestment Plan pursuant to Rule 16a-11."
trustee financial
"are now held in a trust for which Ms. McDonald is acting as trustee."
A trustee is a person or institution legally appointed to hold and manage assets or enforce an agreement on behalf of other people (beneficiaries). Think of a trustee as a neutral referee or custodian who must act in the beneficiaries’ best interests, follow the trust or contract rules, and handle distributions, recordkeeping and enforcement. Investors care because a trustworthy trustee protects their rights, ensures promised payments or remedies are delivered, and can influence recoveries if things go wrong.

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What did SHORE BANCSHARES INC (SHBI) disclose about Rebecca McDonald in this Form 4?

The Form 4 shows director Rebecca McDonald received 1,855 restricted stock units, increasing her direct RSU holdings to 4,165. It also updates how certain common shares are held, including a transfer of 54,024 shares into a trust where she acts as trustee.

How many restricted stock units does Rebecca McDonald now hold in SHBI?

After the reported award, Rebecca McDonald directly holds 4,165 restricted stock units tied to SHBI common stock. These RSUs represent a contingent right to receive 4,165 shares upon vesting, split between prior grants and the new 1,855-unit award disclosed in this filing.

When do Rebecca McDonald’s SHBI restricted stock units vest?

Existing restricted stock units for 2,310 SHBI shares vest on July 29, 2026. The newly granted 1,855 restricted stock units vest on May 21, 2027. Each RSU converts into one share of SHBI common stock at vesting, subject to the plan’s terms and conditions.

What change occurred in how Rebecca McDonald’s SHBI common shares are held?

Since her last report, 54,024 SHBI common shares previously held directly have been transferred into a trust where Rebecca McDonald serves as trustee. The filing attributes these shares to the trust, updating the nature of ownership from direct to indirect through that trust structure.

Did Rebecca McDonald buy or sell SHBI shares in the open market in this Form 4?

The Form 4 does not report any open-market purchases or sales by Rebecca McDonald. It primarily reflects a grant of 1,855 restricted stock units, updates to her RSU balances, and changes in how certain common shares are held, including trust and dividend reinvestment plan activity.

How did the SHBI dividend reinvestment plan affect Rebecca McDonald’s holdings?

A footnote explains there was an increase in Rebecca McDonald’s beneficial ownership through an exempt acquisition of common stock under the Shore Bancshares Dividend Reinvestment Plan. This increase occurred pursuant to SEC Rule 16a-11 and is reflected in the updated share totals reported.
SEC Form 4
FORM 4UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549

STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN BENEFICIAL OWNERSHIP

Filed pursuant to Section 16(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934
or Section 30(h) of the Investment Company Act of 1940
OMB APPROVAL
OMB Number:3235-0287
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Check this box if no longer subject to Section 16. Form 4 or Form 5 obligations may continue. See Instruction 1(b).
Check this box to indicate that a transaction was made pursuant to a contract, instruction or written plan for the purchase or sale of equity securities of the issuer that is intended to satisfy the affirmative defense conditions of Rule 10b5-1(c). See Instruction 10.
1. Name and Address of Reporting Person*
McDonald Rebecca Middleton

(Last)(First)(Middle)
18 E DOVER STREET

(Street)
EASTON MARYLAND 21601

(City)(State)(Zip)

UNITED STATES

(Country)
2. Issuer Name and Ticker or Trading Symbol
SHORE BANCSHARES INC [ SHBI ]
5. Relationship of Reporting Person(s) to Issuer
(Check all applicable)
XDirector10% Owner
Officer (give title below)Other (specify below)
2a. Foreign Trading Symbol
3. Date of Earliest Transaction (Month/Day/Year)
05/21/2026
6. Individual or Joint/Group Filing (Check Applicable Line)
XForm filed by One Reporting Person
Form filed by More than One Reporting Person
4. If Amendment, Date of Original Filed (Month/Day/Year)

Table I - Non-Derivative Securities Acquired, Disposed of, or Beneficially Owned
1. Title of Security (Instr. 3) 2. Transaction Date (Month/Day/Year)2A. Deemed Execution Date, if any (Month/Day/Year)3. Transaction Code (Instr. 8) 4. Securities Acquired (A) or Disposed Of (D) (Instr. 3, 4 and 5) 5. Amount of Securities Beneficially Owned Following Reported Transaction(s) (Instr. 3 and 4) 6. Ownership Form: Direct (D) or Indirect (I) (Instr. 4) 7. Nature of Indirect Beneficial Ownership (Instr. 4)
CodeVAmount(A) or (D)Price
Common Stock54,024IBy Trust for R. McDonald
Common Stock7,957(1)(2)D
Common Stock19,515IBy Trustee for BMF Trust
Common Stock17,187IBy Trustee for EFD IR Trust
Table II - Derivative Securities Acquired, Disposed of, or Beneficially Owned
(e.g., puts, calls, warrants, options, convertible securities)
1. Title of Derivative Security (Instr. 3) 2. Conversion or Exercise Price of Derivative Security 3. Transaction Date (Month/Day/Year)3A. Deemed Execution Date, if any (Month/Day/Year)4. Transaction Code (Instr. 8) 5. Number of Derivative Securities Acquired (A) or Disposed of (D) (Instr. 3, 4 and 5) 6. Date Exercisable and Expiration Date (Month/Day/Year)7. Title and Amount of Securities Underlying Derivative Security (Instr. 3 and 4) 8. Price of Derivative Security (Instr. 5) 9. Number of derivative Securities Beneficially Owned Following Reported Transaction(s) (Instr. 4) 10. Ownership Form: Direct (D) or Indirect (I) (Instr. 4) 11. Nature of Indirect Beneficial Ownership (Instr. 4)
CodeV(A)(D)Date ExercisableExpiration DateTitleAmount or Number of Shares
Restricted Stock Units(3) (4) (5)Common Stock2,3102,310D
Restricted Stock Units(3)05/21/2026A1,855 (6) (7)Common Stock1,855$04,165D
Explanation of Responses:
1. Reflects an increase in beneficial ownership resulting from an exempt acquisition of common stock under Shore Bancshares Dividend Reinvestment Plan pursuant to Rule 16a-11.
2. Since the reporting person's last report, 54,024 shares previously held directly have been transferred and are now held in a trust for which Ms. McDonald is acting as trustee.
3. Each restricted stock unit represents a contingent right to receive one share of SHBI common stock.
4. Represents restricted stock units that vest on July 29, 2026, the first anniversary of the award.
5. Restricted stock units vest as follows: 2,310 shares on July 29, 2026.
6. Represents restricted stock units that vest on May 21, 2027, the first anniversary of the award.
7. Restricted stock units vest as follows: 1,855 shares on May 21, 2027.
Remarks:
/s/ Christy Lombardi, Attorney in Fact for Rebecca M. McDonald05/26/2026
** Signature of Reporting PersonDate
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* Form 4: SEC 1474 (03-26)