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Here are some organizational milestones — we hope they make you happy!
Elaina Colussi: Our Dynamic Program Assistant
At Give Basic Needs, the strength of our team lies in the passion and diversity of our people. Today, we’re excited to spotlight one of the vibrant individuals driving our mission forward: Elaina Colussi, our dynamic Program Assistant. Elaina brings an exceptional blend of creativity, digital savvy, and adaptability, making her a vital part of […]
Exciting News! We Launched a Brand New Website to Amplify Our Impact!
We’re thrilled to announce a significant step forward in our mission to reduce suffering and amplify happiness around the world through “small acts. big happy.”! The official launch of our new website at https://givebasicneeds.org is here! This redesigned platform is built to better serve our incredible community and enhance our ability to address fundamental human […]
Big News – Unveiling Our New Identity!
You may have noticed over our past few posts that we’ve made some notable updates to our socials and team, but that’s not all! We’re incredibly excited to unveil our refreshed brand identity, including a 𝐧𝐞𝐰 𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐨, 𝐜𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐫𝐬, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐰𝐞𝐛𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐞!This rebranding represents our evolution and commitment to reduce suffering while maximizing happiness for all. Our […]
Abbie : Our Inspiring CEO and Program Assistant
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 […]
Meet Luke Colussi – A Program Assistant at Give Basic Needs
We’re excited to introduce Luke Colussi, one of the compassionate hearts behind our mission to make basic needs accessible for all. As a Program Assistant at Give Basic Needs, Luke brings a fresh perspective, dedication, and a drive to make a real difference in the world. A recent graduate working as a Certified Occupational Therapy […]
Salam’s Next Chapter as Country Director
We’re excited to introduce Salam Mahamadu as our new Country Director of Operations and Support in Ghana; a familiar face stepping into a new chapter of leadership. Salam’s journey with us has been nothing short of inspiring. Having served as a Programs Assistant, he played a vital role in delivering impactful projects across Ghana, especially […]
Meet Benjamin – Our New Multi-Platform Content & Engagement Manager
We’re excited to welcome Benjamin Alagyira to Give Basic Needs as our new Multi-Platform Content & Engagement Manager! Benjamin is a professional teacher based in Ghana with a strong passion for education and a natural gift for storytelling. Beyond the classroom, he’s also a talented photographer and content creator who loves to travel, explore new […]
Meet Meghan – Our New Marketing Brand Manager
We are excited to welcome Meghan Callender as our new Marketing Brand Manager at Give Basic Needs! Meghan joins us with a strong foundation in business and communications, holding a Bachelor of Science in Business Management from Grand Canyon University. With a professional background in finance and a passion for strategic storytelling, she brings a […]
Progress Update: The Loreto Lot and the Launch of Happy Stay
Greetings, everyone! We are excited to share some fantastic updates about the ongoing work on the Loreto lot and introduce our new Happy Stay program. This initiative represents a significant milestone for us, and we couldn’t wait to share the details with you. Advancements on the Loreto Lot Our dedicated general contractor, Lorenzo, has made […]
The Afridev Hand Pump: A Lifeline for Water Access in Rural Ghana
Access to clean water remains a significant challenge in many rural areas, particularly in Africa, where millions lack this basic necessity. Give Basic Needs has taken a hands-on approach to addressing this issue by drilling boreholes in communities across Ghana. One of the critical tools in this effort is the Afridev Hand Pump, a sustainable, […]
Opening New Horizons in Tamale
We are excited to announce that our new office in Tamale is already receiving incredible support! This milestone marks the beginning of a promising journey as we expand our reach and deepen our impact in Northern Ghana. Our commitment to serving communities and fostering well-being has never been more substantial, and the enthusiastic reception we’ve […]
Building a Brighter Future in Ghana: Our New Tamale Office!
We’re excited to announce a significant step forward in our commitment to supporting communities across Ghana—the leasing of a brand-new office space in Tamale! This dedicated hub marks a turning point in our journey, allowing us to streamline operations, expand our reach, and make an even greater positive impact on Ghanaians’ lives. From Event Support […]
Give Basic Needs now accepts donations!
At Give Basic Needs, we’re driven by a simple yet powerful mission: to reduce suffering and amplify happiness around the world. We achieve this by providing essential resources like food, shelter, and medical care to those in need, regardless of borders, backgrounds, or beliefs. Since our inception, we’ve been incredibly grateful for the support of […]
New Program Manager – Elaina
We would like to introduce the newest member to our Give Basic Needs team, Elaina Colussi! She currently lives in Oregon after graduating from the University of Oregon in 2019 with a Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science with a minor in Ethnic Studies. Elaina considers Montana home but has lived in three other states (and […]
2nd Anniversary
We are so excited to have recently celebrated our 2nd anniversary of being a nonprofit! You can be assured we will continue to impact humanity in a positive way with your continued support. Like this to keep us going.
Major Donation Received
We are incredibly grateful and humbled to announce that Give Basic Needs has received an anonymous donation of $4.6 million! This extraordinary gift will help us further our mission of spreading happiness by randomly providing basic necessities to those in need. We are grateful for the trust placed in us to use these funds to […]
Final 2022 Giving Results
Excited to share what we were able to give in 2022! It shows 2023 is going to be amazing as well.
First Major Project in Ghana
Photos from our first major project in Ghana! After previously surveying the area and choosing a location, during the night of March 23rd, a 100m borehole was drilled and pipes put into place. Dedication ceremony photos coming soon! Like, share, and follow! #happiness#grateful#givebasicneeds
New Program Assistant
We would like to introduce Salam Mahamadu as our newest Program Assistant. Salam will be helping us spread happiness in Ghana. Our first project will be in Zanteli, Ghana where Salam will be working to install a hand pump borehole that will bring clean water to the surrounding village with an estimated population of 500 […]
Second Annual Conference
Our second annual @give.basic.needs summer conference was a hit! We talked about the past, present and future while addressing the concerns of our team members. We completed 2 giving events #payitforward at local AZ Boys and Girls Clubs making some folks happy! Our next meeting is sure to be a hit, but we have a lot of work to […]
Thanks Family
Thankful to have the whole family helping with the event today #grateful#happiness#givebasicneeds
New SWAG
Got our new gear in. So excited to wear it at our giving event today! #grateful#happiness#givebasicneeds
Our Message
When you see your message, stitched. You realize thing are really coming together! ???? #givebasicneeds#grateful#payitforward
Giving Cards in Ghana
These are 10,000 pieces of cards we will distribute to customers who benefits from our give basic needs project. As the TC-CHAMP for this project, I am glad to lead on the ground in getting our aid to those who need it.
Salam Mahamadu
Salam Mahamadu is a Blockchain and cryptocurrency enthusiast. He is the first to champion open public promotion of Blockchain and cryptocurrencies in the West African region through a tour with regional conferences and radio and TV education from 2015 to 2018. He was the Trusted Community Champion and CEO of @give_direct for the years 2018 to 2019 […]
TC-Champ Bio: Kevin and Abbie
TC-Champ Bio: Kevin and Abbie are the founders of this project. We are strong believers in the mission (we wrote it) and giving back. We will be the North American TC-Champs in the United States. Please follow, like, and share it keeps us motivated! ????♥️ #grateful #happiness #givebasicneeds