GDLive | GiveDirectly

Unfiltered, unedited stories

We’re committed to transparency and use our survey technology to collect and share real-time updates and stories in this live newsfeed.

Browse the real, unedited profiles of the recipients we serve, learn about their aspirations, and follow them to stay updated as their lives move forward.

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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.

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over 8 years ago

Brian received a $99 initial payment.

"I am planning to use my upcoming lump-sum payment to build a new house and start a business."

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over 8 years ago

Saline received a $99 initial payment.

"I am planning to build a house with the upcoming lumpsum transfer."

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over 8 years ago

Margaret received a $99 initial payment.

"I am planning to repair my roof, cement my house and buy a cow with the upcoming transfer."

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over 8 years ago

Everline received a $99 initial payment.

"I am planning to build a house with the upcoming lumpsum transfer."

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over 8 years ago

Eunice received a $99 initial payment.

"I am planning to build a house with the upcoming lumpsum transfer."

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over 8 years ago

Slermina received a $99 initial payment.

"I am planning to buy a cow, build a pit latrine and pay school fees with my upcoming lump-sum payment."

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over 8 years ago

Sharon received a $494 second payment.

"GD supports all the poor people unlike other NGOs that are selective."

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over 8 years ago

George received a $99 initial payment.

"I am planning to buy two oxen and arrange for dowry payment for my wife with my upcoming lump-sum payment."

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over 8 years ago

Esther enrolled.

"The achievement am proud of is my family. They make me feel proud "

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over 8 years ago

Ascar enrolled.

"The biggest hardship I have faced in life is not being able to finish my schooling due to lack of funds "

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