This is an amazing project you have embarked on. I am also a professional writer but no where near your location. I would have loved to volunteer whatever free time I have to this project in whatever way or form.
People are not perfect and I made my peace with that several years ago. I have come to realize that you may not get along well with certain people due to personal differences but that does not stop you from working with them to achieve a goal. They may have a bad attitude when it comes to dealing with you but finding common ground in the form of a goal or vision, greatly helps.