A Fresh Start for a Bigger Impact
As we step into 2025, we’re excited to announce the official re-launch of Lighten the Load — with a renewed mission, sharper focus, and deeper commitment to helping people in Ghana access the medical care they need.
We’ve spent the past year listening, learning, and laying the foundation for meaningful, sustainable impact. And now, we’re ready to grow.
Why We’re Here
In Ghana, thousands of people face barriers to basic medical care — not because treatments don’t exist, but because they can’t afford them.
Patients are routinely held in hospitals after surgery, childbirth, or emergency treatment — not due to health issues, but unpaid bills. Others skip dialysis, forgo medications, or delay care altogether because of cost.
We exist to change that.
Our mission is simple:
To help people in Ghana access and afford critical medical care — so they can heal, return home, and live with dignity.
From covering hospital bills and prescriptions to assembling medical kits and supporting maternal health, every dollar we raise goes directly to lifting the burden off those who need help most.
What’s New in 2025
This year, we’re launching new programs and updates, including:
🟡 The Freedom Fund – our monthly giving program that helps release patients stuck in hospitals due to unpaid bills.
🟡 Medical Kits – $25 provides essentials like pain relievers, antiseptic, and hygiene products for patients in need.
🟡 On-the-Ground Impact – PK and our Ghana team continue to visit clinics and hospitals to identify real, urgent needs.
🟡 Stronger Systems – from donation tracking to transparency reports, we’re building for long-term accountability and trust.
