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 […]

A Fading Lifeline: The Catastrophic Impact of USAID Policy Cuts on Ghana’s Basic Needs and the Urgent Call for Direct Support

Introduction: A Silent Crisis Unfolding in Ghana The intricate web of global health and development relies heavily on sustained international assistance. For decades, entities like the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) have served as foundational pillars, supporting public health infrastructure, disease prevention, and the provision of basic human needs in developing nations. This […]

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 […]

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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 […]