GDLive Newsfeed
We check in with people at each stage of the cash transfer process to see how things are going. Take a look at some of their stories as they appear here in real-time. Learn more about how recipients opt in to share their stories.
Gladys's family
access_time over 8 years ago
Gladys received a $493 second payment.
"I was able to pay school fees and keep my child in school fees without being sent away. I"
Margaret's family
access_time over 8 years ago
Margaret received a $493 second payment.
"I was tired of smearing my house with mud every time, I see a big difference because I have cemented it now."
Evelyne's family
access_time over 8 years ago
Evelyne received a $493 second payment.
"I was living in a very small house, but I have managed to construct a much bigger house that can well fit my belongings and children."
Pamela's family
access_time over 8 years ago
Pamela received a $493 second payment.
"I feel so happy that I was able to send my son to college to get trained as a mechanic."
Andrew's family
access_time over 8 years ago
Andrew received a $99 initial payment.
"I am planning to spend it on building and buy chairs too."
Tom's family
access_time over 8 years ago
Tom received a $493 second payment.
"I was able to finish my house and now it looks more presentable. My wife is also getting some income from her food selling business."
Millicent's family
access_time over 8 years ago
Millicent received a $493 second payment.
"I am now sleeping on a more comfortable bed-King size that I could have not slept on till I die. I used to sleep on the floor with stinging insects which could make my body itch and ache which is no longer the case the biggest difference in my daily life."
Pamela's family
access_time over 8 years ago
Pamela received a $493 second payment.
"I have been able to enlarge my house and now it is comfortable and spacious enough to live in and also I have been able to pay school fees for my children and this has given me great relief."
Killion's family
access_time over 8 years ago
Killion received a $493 second payment.
"I have a big difference because I have a business which gives me income."
Irene's family
access_time over 8 years ago
Irene received a $493 second payment.
"One is never sure of getting the helps from other organizations because they bring the help through the hands of the local authorities but GiveDirectly gives the cash directly to the recipient hence we are sure of getting the help."