We’re excited to introduce someone who truly embodies our mission every single day — 𝐀𝐛𝐛𝐢𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐬𝐬𝐢, our passionate and inspiring 𝐂𝐄𝐎, who also actively serves as a 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦 𝐀𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐭.
Abbie has been remarkably industrious and deeply devoted to the mission of 𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐬𝐮𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐡𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐚𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝. She leads not only with vision but with action — working side by side with the team to bring hope and practical support to those who need it most.
She is happily married to her high school sweetheart and best friend. Together, they live as full-time nomads, traveling in their beloved Ford Transit, visiting their children and spending quality time outdoors — whether it’s on the water or high up in the mountains.
At Give Basic Needs, we are honored to be led by someone whose heart for service matches her capacity to lead. Abbie Colussi reminds us that true leadership is not about position alone — it’s about presence, passion, and the courage to live what we believe.
