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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 […]
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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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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
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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
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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
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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
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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 unique combination of analytical thinking and creative
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At Give Basic Needs, our mission is simple but powerful; to reduce suffering and amplify happiness by meeting essential human needs. One of the most critical of these needs is clean, accessible water, a resource that too many communities still live without. We’re excited to share the successful drilling and pre-commissioning of three new boreholes
Clean Water for 3 Communities in Ghana | Drilling Completed Read More »
Many of us take access to clean, safe water for granted. But in communities like Damdaboli, Ghana, it can be a daily challenge that affects health, quality of life, and overall well-being. We were thrilled to complete a new borehole project that now provides reliable access to potable water for around 500 residents in this
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On a vibrant market day in the heart of Kpatinga, Northern Ghana, the energy felt different — warmer, lighter, and a little sweeter. Our latest giving event brought 1,000 fresh pineapples to the Kpatinga market square, where families and individuals from the surrounding communities gathered. For many, it was a rare treat. It was another
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