# Why Leave Astoria, a neighborhood network with more than 10,000 members

> I founded Why Leave Astoria, a hyperlocal social network that brought neighbors together through events, charity, and local business partnerships.

By Ran Craycraft · October 6, 2026 · Leading
Web page: https://rancraycraft.com/leading/why-leave-astoria/

- Organization: Why Leave Astoria
- Role: Founder
- Focus: A hyperlocal social network, events, charitable activities, and local business partnerships
- Outcome: Grew to more than 10,000 members

## What I did

I founded Why Leave Astoria, a neighborhood social network that grew to more than 10,000 members. We brought people together through events and charitable activities, and worked with local businesses on deals and loyalty programs.