My best friend and I started this mutual aid network in our neighborhood two years ago and it's grown way beyond what we expected, but now we're burning out and can't agree on whether to formalize it into a nonprofit or keep it grassroots. We're both exhausted and starting to resent each other over decisions that used to be easy, and I'm scared we're going to lose both the work and our friendship.
More people experience this than they realize.
Two friends who built something meaningful together are discovering that growth requires choices that challenge both their partnership and their shared vision.
“Where Are You with Community organizing?”
If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.