Global Approach To Development · Since 2014
Progress through equal opportunity.
We build schools, open access to clean water and healthcare, and invest in the people of Côte d'Ivoire and Mali — so entire communities can thrive on their own terms.
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At a glance
- Founded in California
- 2014
- Students enrolled at Groupe Scolaire Agbé
- 332
- National exam pass rate
- 99%
- Schools built: primary and secondary
- 2
What we do
Three pillars. One approach.
Poverty, poor health and lack of education reinforce each other. We work on all three at once, with the communities themselves.
Education & Scholarships
From a clay-and-wood classroom to a full primary and secondary school in Lakota, and learning clubs in the villages of Sikasso, Mali.
Explore education
“There is no love more sincere than the love of giving.”
Who we are
Founded in 2014. Built with communities.
Global Approach To Development is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded in 2014 by Keuleya Ruth Ble to improve the lives of underserved, low-income and minority populations.
We believe sustainable change comes from empowering people and giving them the tools to build better futures — not from charity that leaves when the cameras do.
Real results
What your support has already built
Every story here happened because someone decided to give.
Classrooms full of hopeFueling the future, one desk at a time
Hundreds of students now learn in a safe, engaging environment — with the notebooks, pens and classroom space they need to thrive.
Team spirit and safe playBuilding confidence through sport
Every week these young players train, play and support one another — building teamwork, discipline and confidence.
Tools that transform learningCreating spaces that inspire
Lockers for every student and a projector that brings lessons to life: a game changer in rural areas.
How it works
Breaking the cycle, not just treating symptoms
A declining economy depletes a workforce; low income limits access to education, safe water and food; poor nutrition and disease follow. GAD intervenes at three points of that cycle.
Economy decline
Low morale, poor sanitation, hunger
Depleted workforce
Poverty is a loop. GAD's three programs are designed to interrupt it where it hurts most.
Break the cycle at three points, and the other three lose their fuel.
Make a difference
Your generosity builds classrooms, wells and clinics.
A monthly gift sustains our work and means we can always be there for children and communities — no matter what happens.
Education & Scholarships
Clean Water
Healthcare & Medical Aid
Partner
GAD works alongside LAMICI to multiply its impact in West Africa.
Join us in making a difference
You can help create sustainable change and uplift communities around the world.