Become A Giving Grasshopper

Join in the movement!

There are many ways to become a Giving Grasshopper! You can:

Donate to our programs!
Host a Giving Grasshopper event!
Book us to come out to read to your class!
Give to someone or an organization and tell us about it!

Who We Are

Since 2018. we've dedicated ourselves to making a difference in the Chattanooga area and beyond - from snack packs and care closets in schools, to book giveaways for the Chambliss Shelter and families in need. We believe that "The smallest acts of kindness bring the biggest forms of joy" and that "Kindness is key, so give it freely!"

Samaria White

A proud Chattanooga native, Samaria White has always carried the spirit of giving in her heart. Raised by parents who lived a life of service, she grew up watching compassion in action - and naturally followed their footsteps. As the big sister of five siblings, Samaria naturally stepped into a nurturing, motherly role early on, a trait that has only grown stronger with time.

Samaria is a dedicated hospice CNA and works closely with Veterans, blending her professional skills with a deep, personal calling to serve those in need. Her work is not just a job-it's her passion and purpose.

Chloie-Brooklyn Marshall

Chloie-Brooklyn Marshall is a remarkable young woman with a heart as big as her imagination. Now a college student, she's been writing since she was 7 years old, always believing her character, Gi-Gi the Giving Grasshopper, would change lives.

Chloie-Brooklyn has always been involved in her church and community, and her dedication to service has earned her the NAACP Distinguished ACT-SO Award, a seat on the Chattanooga Mayor's Youth Council, and features in magazines and newspapers; but awards aren't what drive her. It's her love for helping others- especially children. "I still can't get used to seeing a hungry or homeless child," she says. We all have teachable moments in life - why not share them?"

Together with her mother, she co-founded Giving Grasshoppers, a service group dedicated to helping kids discover their purpose early. Today, her writing and her mission continue to spark change and hope around the world.

Who We've Worked With

Our Community

There wouldn't be a GiGi Innovations, LLC without The Giving Grasshoppers. We started as a

Community Giveback based organization and continue to do many things in the Chattanooga community and beyond. To date, we have given more books than we've sold! With our Snack Pack Program, we've fed over 10.000 children and donated countless supplies and items to various schools, shelters and group homes.