About Us
Building a brighter future by building community
This nonprofit is run in honor of Douglass Garibaldi, Erin Spivey's beloved uncle. Douglass left Erin a gift, which she in turn has decided to share with the community. She can think of no greater way to honor her Uncle Doug that by passing his generosity on and improving the lives of many.
Why micro-grants? Why community?
Erin Spivey, president and founder of Caring for Each and All Foundation, believes that small gifts can have a big impact. As a former public librarian, she has seen the way that people come together over shared interests and books! She witnessed first hand the joy people found in creating something together during library programs (which are always scantily funded).
In our divided world, Erin seeks to connect community members in a thousand small ways just as she did at the library. She believes in the power of people to serve each other, but who many not have the funds to do so. This micro-grant program supports small community actions that will have a big impact on those around them.
Background
The idea of serving the community through improving the life of just one is present in all major religions and belief systems around the world.
Christianity
Jesus teaches that by serving each other, we can serve God. He also teaches that by loving the people, we love God.
Islam
"...if anyone saves a life, it shall be as though he had saved the lives of all mankind.”
The Quran emphasizes the need to serve our neighbors, including neighbors who are strangers.
Judaism
Described as the Golden Rule, Judaism instructs followers to "love your neighbor as yourself."