On this ๐๐ข๐ฏ๐ข๐ง๐ ๐๐ฎ๐๐ฌ๐๐๐ฒ, we highlight the extraordinary spirit of giving that continues to strengthen our mission of reducing suffering and amplifying happiness by providing essential basic needs to the people who need them most. We extend our heartfelt appreciation to ๐๐ซ. ๐๐ฐ๐๐ค๐ฎ ๐๐ฌ๐ข๐๐๐ฎ-๐๐ค๐๐ญ๐ข๐๐ก, a renowned entrepreneur, financial consultant, and philanthropist, for his generous donation […]
Unlocking Health and Happiness in Tamale: The Power of Proactive Care
At Give Basic Needs, we are driven by the profound belief that every individual deserves access to essential resources. This belief is crystallized in our motto, โSmall Acts Big Happy,โ and is what fuels our ongoing commitment to providing critical Medical services, Food, and Shelter in high-priority regions like Northern Ghana. Recently, our dedicated teams […]
Join the Give Basic Needs Health Community on WhatsApp
At Give Basic Needs, we believe that real change begins with connection; the sharing of ideas, experiences, and purpose. Thatโs why weโre launching a new WhatsApp Community for healthcare professionals in Ghana, a space designed to foster collaboration, learning, and collective impact. This initiative brings together doctors, nurses, public health educators, and other healthcare experts […]
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 โUSAID Funding Cuts Strain Ghanaian Health Sector as Local NGOs Adapt,โ provides important context on the growing challenges within Ghanaโs 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, weโre 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 […]
Abbie : Our Inspiring CEO and Program Assistant
Weโre excited to introduce someone who truly embodies our mission every single day โ ๐๐๐๐ข๐ ๐๐จ๐ฅ๐ฎ๐ฌ๐ฌ๐ข, our passionate and inspiring ๐๐๐, who also actively serves as a ๐๐ซ๐จ๐ ๐ซ๐๐ฆ ๐๐ฌ๐ฌ๐ข๐ฌ๐ญ๐๐ง๐ญ. Abbie has been remarkably industrious and deeply devoted to the mission of ๐ซ๐๐๐ฎ๐๐ข๐ง๐ ๐ฌ๐ฎ๐๐๐๐ซ๐ข๐ง๐ ๐๐ง๐ ๐๐ซ๐๐๐ญ๐ข๐ง๐ ๐ก๐๐ฉ๐ฉ๐ข๐ง๐๐ฌ๐ฌ ๐๐ซ๐จ๐ฎ๐ง๐ ๐ญ๐ก๐ ๐ฐ๐จ๐ซ๐ฅ๐. She leads not only with vision […]
Meet Luke Colussi โ 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
Weโre 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 โ Our New Multi-Platform Content & Engagement Manager
Weโre 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, heโs also a talented photographer and content creator who loves to travel, explore new […]
Meet Meghan โ 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 […]
