Featured media coverage

GhanaWeb and Peacefmonline Feature: Give Basic Needs Steps Up to Support Northern Ghana Amid Funding Challenges

We are delighted to share that our ongoing humanitarian work in Ghana has been featured in recent media coverage by two major outlets, GhanaWeb and Peacefmonline. The featured article, titled “USAID Funding Cuts Strain Ghanaian Health Sector as Local NGOs Adapt,” provides important context on the growing challenges within Ghana’s health sector. It highlights how […]

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 […]

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Music Festival – 200+ Gifted

On Sunday, June 22nd, something beautiful happened at the Stadium Club in McCook, IL. We brought together music lovers, supporters, and community members for an unforgettable afternoon at our first-ever music festival and it was nothing short of extraordinary. A Celebration of Music, Community, and Kindness The festival wasn’t just a concert; it was an […]

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 […]

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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 […]

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 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 […]