GDLive | GiveDirectly

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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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almost 9 years ago

Elijah received a $492 second payment.

"GiveDirectly gives grants while other NGOs give loans."

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almost 9 years ago

Joyce received a $492 second payment.

"The biggest difference in my daily life is that my child is able to go to school through out the year without being sent home for school fees."

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almost 9 years ago

Mary received a $492 second payment.

"The biggest difference in my daily life is that I have a kitchen and no longer cook on the sun or rain."

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almost 9 years ago

Mary received a $492 second payment.

"The biggest difference in my daily life is that my house is stable now and can't be swept away by the rains."

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almost 9 years ago

Moses received a $492 second payment.

"The biggest difference in my daily life is that I can stay in my house comfortably after clearing my loan I took to build a house."

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almost 9 years ago

Lucy received a $492 second payment.

"The biggest difference in my daily life is that I have a very good house which is very stable."

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almost 9 years ago

Rose received a $492 second payment.

"The biggest difference in my daily life is that I no longer plough with my hands but with my cow."

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almost 9 years ago

Ogwenya received a $98 initial payment.

"I plan to pay school fees for my son who joined form 1 this year."

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almost 9 years ago

Ester received a $98 initial payment.

"I'm planning to replace my roof with new iron sheets because it is currently leaking. I'm also planning to cement both walls and floor of my house.Currently it is earth and get dusty easily. Besides, it is expensive to repair frequently."

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almost 9 years ago

Elijah received a $98 initial payment.

"I'm planning to buy an ox-plough and two oxen to facilitate my farming activities."

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