Global Humanitarian Aid & Social Development

What Global Humanitarian Aid & Social Development does

Global Humanitarian Aid & Social Development (GHASD) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded in 2020 and headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, with 11-50 employees. It operates 11 distinct programs spanning senior services, health equity, ESL, youth workforce development, after-school, and housing recovery in Central Ohio alongside international programs in East Africa (Somalia) covering humanitarian aid, sustainable development, water quality, international youth workforce, and habitat restoration. The organization serves immigrant, refugee, and underserved communities, and reports aggregate beneficiary reach of more than 181,800 individuals across all programs.

The core "products" are community-delivered service programs rather than technology platforms; there is no proprietary software or AI infrastructure, and technology exposure is limited to standard nonprofit tooling such as an online donation portal via PayPal. Program delivery relies on in-person community outreach and partnerships with public and nonprofit entities.

GHASD's revenue model is mission-driven rather than commercial: funding is sourced from individual donations, corporate grants, and government/institutional grants. Named funding partners and supporters include American Honda (via the @TeamHondaCares grant), the City of Columbus, Franklin County Government, United Way, and other donors. The organization carries out fundraising through direct community outreach and digital donation channels, with the strategic intent of converting these funds into program staff, in-kind delivery, and grant sub-awards across its local and international footprints.

Name

Global Humanitarian Aid & Social Development

Legal name

Global Humanitarian Aid & Social Development, INC.

Website

https://ghasd.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2020

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Columbus, Ohio-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit operating 11 programs in workforce development, ESL, health equity, after-school services, and humanitarian aid for immigrant, refugee, and underserved communities across Central Ohio and East Africa (Somalia).

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Humanitarian & Social Services

NAICS

Emergency and Other Relief Services (624230)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300)

akta.pro primary industry

Emergency Shelter, Camp Management & Non-Food Items (NFI) (BPAGAAAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Emergency Shelter, NFIs & Winterization for Displaced Populations (BPADAHAG), Forestry, Land Use & REDD+ Programs (BPADALAF)

Keywords

• Humanitarian aid services
• Refugee resettlement support
• Workforce development programs
• Community social services
• Sustainable development programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Columbus

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Donations and Charitable Contributions: GHASD operates as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization funded primarily through donations from individuals, corporations, and philanthropic organizations. Donations are accepted through PayPal and other channels.
2. Government and Foundation Grants: GHASD receives grant funding from government entities and corporate foundations, such as grants from Honda (@TeamHondaCares initiative) and the City of Columbus for specific programs.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Global Humanitarian Aid & Social Development (GHASD) is a nonprofit organization that delivers direct humanitarian relief, social services, education, workforce development, and environmental conservation programs to underserved populations in Central Ohio (New American immigrants, refugees, seniors, youth, and individuals affected by mental health/addiction challenges) and East Africa/Somalia (communities affected by conflict, disasters, and climate challenges). Programs are delivered free of charge to beneficiaries through GHASD's own staff in Ohio and through local partner organizations internationally, funded entirely by donations, foundation grants, and government/corporate sponsorships.

Product overview

Global Humanitarian Aid & Social Development (GHASD) is a nonprofit organization that operates a portfolio of 11 distinct social service and humanitarian programs organized into two categories: Local Programs serving Central Ohio (Senior Programs, Health Equity Program, ESL Program, Youth Workforce Development Program, After-School Program, Housing Recovery Program) and International Programs serving East Africa (Humanitarian Aid Program, Sustainable Development Program, Water Quality & Conservation Program, International Youth Workforce Development Program, Habitat Restoration & Conservation Projects). The organization functions as a service-based nonprofit rather than a technology product company, offering direct social services, education, workforce development, and environmental conservation rather than software products or platforms.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Senior Programs Programs designed to enhance the quality of life for New American and underserved seniors in Central Ohio, focused on reducing social isolation, improving access to resources, and fostering independence through social engagement events, language support, health literacy workshops, and assistance accessing financial and healthcare resources.
• Health Equity Program Program dedicated to addressing disparities in healthcare access and outcomes for underserved and New American communities by promoting culturally responsive healthcare education, providing resources for preventative care, and facilitating access to essential health services.
• ESL (English as a Second Language) Program Program that improves English language proficiency among non-native speakers, empowering immigrants, refugees, and newcomers to enhance their job prospects, access critical resources, and integrate fully into their communities through level-based classes, one-on-one tutoring, practical language workshops, and conversation circles.
• Youth Workforce Development Program Program that provides young people, particularly from immigrant and refugee backgrounds, with the skills, training, and mentorship needed to pursue successful careers in high-demand fields such as Cybersecurity, Networking, Coding, IT Support, and Advanced Manufacturing through vocational training, internships, and mentorship. Has equipped over 300 youth with skills in IT and manufacturing.
• After-School Program Program that empowers school-aged children from immigrant, refugee, and underserved backgrounds with academic support, tutoring, and mentorship, operating Monday through Friday from 3:30 pm to 6:30 pm with structured educational support and cultural enrichment activities. Has served over 250 students.
• Housing Recovery Program Program that supports individuals and families affected by mental health challenges, addiction, and substance use disorders in Central Ohio through counseling, recovery resources, community workshops, and residential class 2 and 3 housing to help them find stability and sustainable recovery.
• Habitat Restoration & Conservation Projects Program focused on restoring ecosystems and protecting biodiversity through reforestation, sustainable land management, and community-driven conservation initiatives. Has restored over 5,000 hectares of land in East Africa.
• International Youth Workforce Development Program Program that provides vocational training and entrepreneurial support to young people in East Africa, helping them build sustainable livelihoods and contribute to local economic growth. Has trained over 1,500 youth in East Africa.
• Water Quality & Conservation Program Program that improves access to clean water and promotes sustainable water resource management practices in East Africa. Has provided access to safe drinking water for over 100,000 individuals in East Africa.
• Sustainable Development Program Program that promotes economic self-reliance through education, vocational training, and infrastructure development while addressing environmental and climate challenges. Has positively impacted over 30,000 individuals.
• Humanitarian Aid Program Program that provides emergency relief and recovery support to communities affected by conflict, natural disasters, and humanitarian crises, delivering life-saving resources such as food, clean water, medical supplies, and temporary shelters. Has served over 50,000 individuals in Somalia and East Africa.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 181,800 individuals served across all programs (50,000+ humanitarian aid, 30,000+ sustainable development, 100,000+ water access, 1,500+ youth trained, 250+ students, 300+ workforce participants)
• +2 more outcomes

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Has API

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AI maturity

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Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• United Way of Central OhiocoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerUnited Way of Central Ohio is a key partner in GHASD's Youth Workforce Development Program, contributing to the Blueprint for economic development initiative. The partnership provides practical experiences and career-building opportunities for youth participants.

Scale indicators11 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• International Rescue Committee (IRC): Global humanitarian aid organization that resettles refugees and delivers emergency relief; directly comparable to GHASD's dual refugee-resettlement + international humanitarian model, though operating at significantly larger scale.
• Ethiopian Community Development Council (ECDC): African-diaspora-led nonprofit providing refugee resettlement, ESL, and employment services across multiple U.S. cities; highly comparable community-driven, culturally-rooted service model similar to GHASD's immigrant-led approach.
• Heartland Alliance: Chicago-based anti-poverty and refugee-services organization offering housing, healthcare, ESL, and workforce programming for immigrants and refugees; comparable operational model to GHASD's Central Ohio programs.
• Mercy Corps: International humanitarian and sustainable-development NGO active in East Africa and Somalia; overlaps directly with GHASD's humanitarian aid, water access, and sustainable development programs in East Africa.
• US Committee for Refugees and Immigrants (USCRI): National nonprofit delivering refugee resettlement, ESL, workforce development, and case management; closely comparable to GHASD's Central Ohio service mix and target populations.

Broad incumbents

• Catholic Charities USA: Large national network providing refugee resettlement, ESL, housing, and social services; comparable to GHASD's local Central Ohio program mix but as a much broader incumbent with religious affiliation.
• USA for UNHCR: Refugee-focused humanitarian organization supporting UNHCR operations globally; comparable in refugee and East Africa humanitarian mandate, though operating as an advocacy/raising arm rather than field implementer.
• Direct Relief: Large humanitarian medical-aid organization with strong Somalia / East Africa presence; comparable international humanitarian-aid footprint though focused on medical supplies rather than broad community development.

Regional players

• Lifeline Humanitarian Organization: Ohio-headquartered Somali-diaspora humanitarian organization running refugee resettlement in Columbus and humanitarian programs in Somalia; the closest regional peer to GHASD in geography, community origin, and dual local/international model.
• Refugee Services of Texas: Texas-based refugee resettlement and social-services nonprofit offering ESL, employment, case management, and youth programming; comparable service portfolio to GHASD's local programs but operating in a different regional market.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles9 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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