Instead of submitting my usual November–December report, I am using this space to formally announce my resignation from my LPF roles, effective at the close of the Executive Committee meeting on December 21, 2025.
I do this with a mix of pride, reflection, and honesty.
I am proud of the work accomplished over the past three years, including nearly twenty-three months serving as Secretary. This work was never done alone. A small but committed group of people consistently stepped up, showed up, and carried responsibility during a particularly difficult period for the party. Their efforts mattered, and I am grateful for them.
At the same time, I have been experiencing burnout for quite some time, and it has become clear that continuing in my current capacity is no longer sustainable.
Fundraising is one clear example of both the effort made and the limits we are facing. The Fundraising Committee has not been meeting, and did not plan a holiday party, much like last year; in the absence of a functioning committee, I built and executed a Giving Tuesday campaign. As part of that effort, I completed two hour-long NationBuilder trainings and created and ran the campaign, which raised just shy of $1,000.
I am grateful for every donor who contributed; however, that level of funding is not enough to sustain the party’s operational needs. With a motion to renew NationBuilder due in January, we are facing hard financial realities.
My recommendation is that LPF make fundraising the top priority in the coming months and be realistic and proactive with NationBuilder. We should notify them as soon as possible that we cannot commit to the price currently being asked and attempt to negotiate a one-year renewal at 50% of the fee. This is worth trying. If the answer is no, we should be prepared to walk away rather than overextend a party that does not currently have the financial base to support the platform at full cost. If NationBuilder is paused or discontinued, it will be important to have technically capable volunteers ready to assist with a website transition and data preservation.
Post-election years are always difficult. This year, in particular, has highlighted the importance of sustainability and respect for volunteer time and energy. A healthy organization depends on engaged officers who are responsive, who actively participate in at least one committee, and who contribute to the party’s sustainability, either by helping raise funds or, when possible, donating directly. When those expectations are not met, it strains the people who are actively contributing and weakens the organization as a whole.
But this is not about blame. It's about building a structure that can last, one that values participation, shared ownership, and respect for the effort being given by others.
I am happy to assist whoever steps up between now and the close of the December 21, 2025 meeting to prepare for convention, and I am not disappearing. I plan to remain active with the Libertarian Party of Palm Beach County and within the broader liberty movement. But I need a real break from my LPF roles and from the pace and scope of responsibility that has contributed to my burnout.
I want to offer special thanks to the people who consistently showed up and contributed in meaningful ways: Nicole Skelly, John Thompson, Matt Johnson, Beth Johnson, Larry Gillis, Leon Armstrong, Brent Lawhon, Steve Gallant, and Ed Appler. Their efforts, professionalism, and commitment made a real difference during a challenging period.
I wish LPF the very best moving forward. I hope the next chapter brings renewed energy, expanded fundraising, engaged officers who genuinely want to make a difference, and a culture that respects volunteer time while building something sustainable together.
In Liberty,
Lisa Gansky
Website: lisaliberty.com
