Spizzirri Gives
Every act of charity, no matter how small, has the power to change a life and ripple outward into stronger, more compassionate communities. When people come together to give, support, and care, they help build a world where kindness is not the exception, but the standard.
Paul Michael Spizzirri's Charitable Contributions in 2026
In an era when the needs of communities — both near and far — have never been greater, Paul has demonstrated an enduring commitment to making a meaningful difference. Throughout 2026, Paul so far has directed contributions to eleven distinguished charitable organizations, each addressing a distinct dimension of human need. From medical care on the high seas to hunger relief on the streets of Atlanta, Paul’s philanthropic portfolio reflects a thoughtful and wide-ranging vision for a more just and compassionate world
Charitable Organizations
Mercy Ships
Paul’s contribution to Mercy Ships in 2026 supported the organization’s life-changing mission of delivering free surgical care to some of the world’s most vulnerable populations. Operating hospital ships staffed by volunteer medical professionals, Mercy Ships brings procedures — many of them life-altering — to coastal communities in West Africa where access to qualified surgical care is virtually nonexistent. Paul’s support helped sustain the crew, equipment, and operational infrastructure that make this remarkable floating hospital a reality for thousands of patients each year.
Atlanta Community Food Bank
Recognizing the persistent challenge of food insecurity in Georgia, Paul made a contribution to the Atlanta Community Food Bank in 2026. Serving a 29-county region through a network of hundreds of partner agencies, the Food Bank works tirelessly to ensure that no family goes without a meal. Paul’s gift contributed to the distribution of nutritious food to children, seniors, and working families facing hardship — reinforcing the belief that access to food is a fundamental human right, not a privilege.
Cal Farley's Boys Ranch
Paul’s contribution to Cal Farley’s Boys Ranch in 2026 provided critical support for one of the nation’s most respected residential care programs for at-risk youth. Located in the Texas Panhandle, the Ranch offers a structured, nurturing environment where young people who have experienced trauma, neglect, or family instability can find stability, education, and hope. Paul’s generosity helped ensure that boys and girls in the program received the therapeutic care, vocational training, and faith-based guidance needed to build productive and fulfilling lives.
Feeding America
As the backbone of the nation’s hunger-relief infrastructure, Feeding America coordinates a vast network of food banks and meal programs serving millions of Americans annually. Paul’s contribution in 2026 strengthened this network’s capacity to respond to food insecurity driven by economic pressures and regional emergencies. His support helped fund food procurement, distribution logistics, and community outreach efforts — ensuring that individuals and families across all 50 states had access to the nourishment they needed.
AARP Foundation
Paul’s contribution to the AARP Foundation in 2026 reflected his commitment to the well-being of older Americans who are too often overlooked. The Foundation works to address hunger, income insecurity, housing instability, and social isolation among adults aged 50 and older who are living in or near poverty. Paul’s support helped fund programs such as the Foundation’s celebrated Tax-Aide service, which assists low-income seniors in claiming the tax credits and refunds they are entitled to — putting vital resources back in the hands of those who need them most.
Wounded Warrior Project
Through a contribution to the Wounded Warrior Project in 2026, Paul demonstrated his deep respect and gratitude for the men and women who have served the nation in uniform. The Wounded Warrior Project provides a comprehensive suite of programs addressing the mental, physical, and vocational needs of post-9/11 veterans and their families. Paul’s gift helped fund mental health services, peer support networks, and long-term rehabilitation programs — ensuring that those who have sacrificed so much receive the sustained care and support they have earned
National Geographic Society
Paul’s contribution to the National Geographic Society in 2026 supported over a century of tradition in exploration, scientific inquiry, and education. The Society funds researchers, explorers, and educators working at the frontier of human knowledge — from marine biology and climate science to archaeology and cultural preservation. Paul’s generosity helped sustain grants that empower the next generation of explorers and scientists, ensuring that the natural
world and the full breadth of human civilization continue to be understood, documented, and protected.
Susan G. Komen
Paul’s contribution to Susan G. Komen in 2026 advanced the world’s leading breast cancer organization in its pursuit of a future free from this devastating disease. Komen funds cutting-edge research, patient navigation programs, and advocacy efforts designed to improve outcomes and reduce disparities in care — particularly among underserved communities. Paul’s support helped move promising research forward and ensured that patients facing a breast cancer diagnosis had access to the resources, guidance, and community they needed to navigate their journey.
Shriners Children's
Through his contribution to Shriners Children’s in 2026, Paul helped ensure that children with complex medical needs — including orthopedic conditions, severe burns, and spinal cord injuries — received world-class care regardless of their family’s financial circumstances. Shriners Children’s operates a network of specialized pediatric hospitals across North America, and no family is ever presented with a bill for services rendered. Paul’s generosity helped sustain both the direct clinical care and the pioneering research that define Shriners Children’s as one of the most admired pediatric healthcare institutions in the world.
Friars of Atonement
Paul’s contribution to the Friars of Atonement in 2026 supported a religious community with deep roots in charitable service and the pursuit of Christian unity. The Friars — a Catholic order inspired by the spirit of St. Francis of Assisi — operate a range of ministries including outreach to the homeless, missionary work, and publications promoting ecumenical dialogue. Paul’s gift helped sustain these ministries and the dedicated men who carry them out, continuing a tradition of compassionate service that has spanned more than a century
Alzheimer's Disease Research
Rounding out his 2026 philanthropic commitments, Paul made a contribution to Alzheimer’s Disease Research, administered through the BrightFocus Foundation. With Alzheimer’s disease
affecting millions of Americans and their families, the urgency of finding effective treatments and ultimately a cure has never been greater. Paul’s support helped fund peer-reviewed scientific grants awarded to researchers around the world who are working to unlock the mysteries of this devastating illness. His contribution also supported education programs for caregivers navigating the profound challenges of caring for a loved one with dementia.
Special Olympics Georgia
Special Olympics Georgia stands at the intersection of athletic achievement and human dignity. By providing year-round sports training and athletic competition for children and adults with intellectual disabilities, the organization fosters inclusion, confidence, and community in ways that extend far beyond the playing field. Paul’s contribution this year was made in recognition of the transformative power sport holds for individuals who are so frequently overlooked — and in celebration of the athletes who demonstrate extraordinary courage and determination each and every day.
The Salvation Army
Few organizations possess the reach and consistency of The Salvation Army. With programs addressing food insecurity, emergency shelter, disaster relief, and addiction recovery, the organization serves some of the most vulnerable members of society — without judgment and without hesitation. Paul’s support in 2026 reflects his deep respect for the organization’s steadfast commitment to meeting human need wherever it exists, and for the thousands of local volunteers and staff who carry out that mission with quiet, persistent dedication.
American Red Cross
When disaster strikes, the American Red Cross is often the first organized presence on the ground. From hurricane response to blood supply management, the organization’s work is critical infrastructure for American communities in crisis. In 2026, with severe weather events continuing to affect communities across the Southeast and beyond, Paul felt that supporting the Red Cross was both timely and essential. He is proud to have contributed to an organization whose volunteers and staff show up — often within hours — to provide shelter, sustenance, and solace to those who have lost everything.
Georgia Conservancy
Georgia is home to remarkable natural landscapes — from the Blue Ridge Mountains to the Atlantic coastline, from the Okefenokee Swamp to the Piedmont forests. The Georgia Conservancy has worked for more than five decades to protect these irreplaceable resources through advocacy, land conservation, and environmental education. Paul’s contribution in 2026 represents his personal commitment to ensuring that future generations of Georgians inherit the same extraordinary natural heritage that defines this state. In his view, conservation is not a luxury — it is a responsibility owed to the land and to each other.
A Philanthropic Vision That Matters
Paul’s 2026 giving reflects a philanthropic vision that is both broad in scope and deeply intentional in purpose. Across eleven organizations — spanning healthcare, hunger relief, veterans’ services, scientific research, child welfare, faith-based outreach, and elder care — Paul has invested in the full spectrum of human dignity. His contributions have touched lives on multiple continents and across every stage of life, from children in need of a safe home to veterans rebuilding after service, from cancer patients seeking hope to elderly Americans navigating poverty.
Philanthropy of this breadth and consistency is more than a financial act — it is a statement of values, a reflection of character, and a legacy that will endure long after any single gift is made. Paul’s generosity in 2026 stands as a testament to what it means to give with purpose.