Hi all! I don’t think I have posted on here before. I am trying to set up a borderline personality disorder support group on meet up.com and I have everything in order. I did not know that it does cost money to be an organizer for the website. I currently do not have income as I am in the process of appealing my SSDI claim and finally working on my recovery through DBT with my psychotherapist as well as participating in a very nice day center for those with serious mental illnesses. I’m actually currently taking a peer support class to better understand how to connect with others. So far there are zero support groups specific for borderline personality disorder in the Phoenix metropolitan area (I’ve been looking since I got my diagnosis in February).

The total cost to launch my meetups.com group today is $69.26 with a 30% discount that covers 6 months for the group. I feel bad and uncomfortable asking as I know we’re all struggling here, would anyone be willing to donate to get this group up and going? If this isn’t allowed, please let me know. I figured this would be the best place to ask for understanding and community that we share here. 


This is the group description I came up with:

* Phoenix Borderline: A Life Worth Living 🙌🏼

I have been searching for a Borderline Personality Disorder, specific group since getting my official diagnosis in February 2019. Today I decided to restart my search to no avail. I decided the best way to find a community with others like myself is to create one! 

My goal is to have a safe space for anyone diagnosed with this precise diagnosis. It’s okay if you have other diagnoses too. I want to have a corner for anyone no matter where ever you are on your path to recovery, not currently seeking treatment, from any background including addiction, homelessness, any other difficult life situations, or in any way moral support can be provided. 

I just want to be able to make something beautiful out of this serious mental illness diagnosis so we do not feel alone, unsupported, unheard, misunderstood, or discredited for our struggles living everyday. I also want to welcome those who may display symptoms or are curious about learning more about our shared diagnosis. 

I would love to have meetups in public places or outside especially. One of my favorite things to do is to sit in a park and enjoy nature. I’m open to any suggestions for events as long as their friendly and stress free. 

There will be a zero drama policy. We are here to love and support those in our community not to tear each other down, judge, or make anyone feel uncomfortable or hurt. 

I look forward to meeting you!! *

Any help or advice is greatly appreciated.

Thank you all kindly for reading &lt;3