Sometimes, the impact of a medical outreach is measured not only by the number of people served, but also by the determination required to reach them. On September 26, 2026, Give Basic Needs brought the Northern Health Shield to Nalogu in the Gushegu Municipality, providing preventive healthcare services and essential
Tim and Jodi Eberly have dedicated their entire lives to caring for others, working as pharmacists for over 40 years before retiring to the beautiful mountains of Bend, Oregon. Their deep love for the African continent blossomed during their extensive travels to more than ten African countries. But it was
At Give Basic Needs, we believe that transforming lives begins with Small Acts. Big Happy. Since 2021, we've been committed to bringing compassionate, high-quality healthcare to underserved communities through innovative, well-coordinated medical outreach events across Northern Ghana. As our impact continues to grow, so does our need for
At Give Basic Needs, we believe that better data leads to better healthcare. We're excited to introduce the Shield App; our purpose-built digital platform designed to streamline our Northern Health Shield medical outreaches and help us deliver smarter, faster, and more impactful community healthcare. For the first time,
On 27th June 2026, Give Basic Needs successfully carried out a Medical Outreach in Bamboli, Gushegu Municipality, under our Northern Health Shield initiative. The outreach was designed to strengthen community health through preventive healthcare services, early disease detection, health education, and the distribution of essential health supplies. For many people
Subject: URGENT: Forensic Impact Analysis of Project 0079 & Request for the Immediate Reinstatement of Emergency WASH, Social Distancing, and Vaccination Protocols Dear Director, I am writing to you on behalf of Give Basic Needs to formally share the deeply concerning clinical findings from our recent medical deployment, designated as
On April 19, 2026, Give Basic Needs carried out a large-scale medical outreach in Kpatinga within the Gushegu Municipality, reaching more than 1,000 residents with essential healthcare services. The outreach brought together 57 local health professionals alongside visiting volunteers from the United States to provide free screenings, vaccinations, wound
Community development often requires more than planning. It demands adaptability, resilience, and a commitment to continue serving even when circumstances change unexpectedly. On April 21, 2026, Give Basic Needs demonstrated this principle through a large-scale community feeding outreach in Tamale that transformed a setback into meaningful impact. The initiative was
At Give Basic Needs, we operate on a simple but powerful belief: happy people solve problems more effectively. While much of our work in Northern Ghana focuses on critical infrastructure such as clean water and healthcare, we understand that true well-being extends beyond physical needs. Mental health remains the invisible
On April 19, 2026, the Give Basic Needs team carried out a large-scale medical outreach in Kpatinga, within the Gushegu Municipality, reaching over 1,000 community members with essential healthcare services. This initiative brought together a dedicated team of 57 local health professionals, working alongside volunteers from the United States,
We are excited to announce our upcoming April 2026 mission to Ghana, a key part of our continued commitment to reduce suffering and amplify happiness through Small Acts. Big Happy. This 10-day journey will bring volunteers and donors from the United States to Ghana, creating an opportunity to meet and
At Give Basic Needs, every milestone is more than just a number, it represents a growing community of people who believe in compassion, service, and meaningful change. Today, we are grateful to celebrate an exciting moment in our journey: our Facebook community has reached 2,000 followers. To everyone who
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Give Basic Needs is pleased to announce a new leadership opportunity under our Northern Health Shield initiative. We are currently inviting applications for the position of Rural Health Hub Manager (RN Lead) to support our expanding community healthcare program in Gushegu Municipality in Ghanaโs Northern Region. This position is
Why we are shifting from testing sickness to predicting it, and empowering unemployed nurses to lead the charge. The landscape of global health is experiencing an unprecedented shock. Foreign aid is contracting, and large international organizations are withdrawing essential WASH (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene) support from Northern Ghana. The result
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We are excited to officially welcome Warihana to the Give Basic Needs family as our Senior Grant Writer. As our organization continues to expand its impact across health, community development, and sustainable empowerment initiatives, strong grant strategy and storytelling are essential to ensuring that our mission reaches the right partners
To all our partners, contractors, collaborators, and especially our generous supporters, thank you. Your dedication and belief in the power of humanity have allowed Give Basic Needs to deliver critical, life-changing support across the globe throughout 2025. This year, marked by significant global instability and the systemic shock of withdrawn
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On November 22, 2025, Give Basic Needs successfully executed a major community health outreach initiative held at our Tamale office. This event provided free medical screenings, comprehensive health education, and crucial womenโs wellness support, aligning with our mission to strengthen community health and expand access to essential services across
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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
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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,
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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 Ghanaโ
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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
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At Give Basic Needs, our mission is to alleviate suffering by meeting essential human needs. Recently, that mission led us to the heart of Anchorage, Alaska, where a simple act of compassion brought tangible relief to a local trailer park community. Through our Small Acts. Big Happy. initiative, we provided
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In the challenging environment of Coldfoot, Alaska, where cold weather often compounds the difficulties faced by low-income communities, a recent initiative brought much-needed warmth and sustenance. Give Basic Needs was delighted to provide nourishing hot meals to 75 individuals, exemplifying our motto: Small Acts. Big Happy. https://www.youtube.com/