Matt Taylor

Matt Taylor is the Founder and Executive Director of AidtoAll, a charitable organization designed to provide immediate financial assistance to individuals in need, particularly during crises such as the COVID-19 pandemic. He moved from Dayton, Ohio, to Durango, Colorado, in 1995 to attend Fort Lewis College, where he graduated. Following his education, he had a successful 16-year career in the payments technology sector, working with major companies like Mercury, Vantiv, and Worldpay.12

In late 2019, after retiring from FIS Worldpay, Taylor recognized the challenges faced by his community during the pandemic. This led him to create AidtoAll, which facilitates direct financial support from community members to those experiencing hardship. The platform aims to streamline charitable giving by allowing individuals to make small donations that can have a significant impact on their neighbors.123

Taylor's vision for AidtoAll is rooted in his belief in community solidarity and support. He emphasizes that the organization operates with low administrative costs, relying heavily on volunteers and donations being directed entirely to those in need.24 His work has been recognized as a novel approach to addressing immediate financial needs while also supporting broader community initiatives.2