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.
Paul's family
access_time 2 years ago
Paul received a fourth payment.
"I spend my recent money on buying motorcycle for my family and I."
Patricia's family
access_time 2 years ago
Patricia received a $240 third payment.
"I was really finding it difficult to survive.I was selling fish just to eat,but it was not enough for my upkeep because people was not buying it regularly.I hope to start up a very big business to enable me to live a better life."
Yusitina's family
access_time 2 years ago
Yusitina received a $493 initial payment.
"Same"
Mercy's family
access_time 2 years ago
Mercy received a second payment.
"I'm hoping of accomplish a house and with everything in it.Beacuse life was so hard for me and my family. My children are been out of school for years, now. I do appreciate the good work of gd and their supporters towards me."
Isaac's family
access_time 2 years ago
Isaac received a $240 third payment.
"I bought two of zinc to build my house .I have been working hard to build my own personal house. However, life has been so difficult for me. Before gd could come in my town I was living on farms.my children was not in school and even provide for them was bit difficult for me ."
Enoch's family
access_time 2 years ago
Enoch received a $240 third payment.
"In my opinion gd has been a great help to our country and my village as well.our village ever had a zinc houses but with gd intervention everyone had built a new house."
Winny's family
access_time 2 years ago
Winny received a $442 initial payment.
"That moment I received my transfer, I can recall that I was at the farm preparing my farm for the next planting season, suddenly, I heard my phone ringing. Upon checking, I realised that I had received a Mpesa text indicating that I had received money from GiveDirectly. It filled me with joy and happiness because I knew that I would be able to carry out my plans. My husband and my children went down on our knees and thanked the highest for the wonderful gift that came our way. I am grateful for the transfer that has had a positive impact on our lives."
Riziki's family
access_time 2 years ago
Riziki received an initial payment.
"The biggest difference in my life today is that we have a water supply sufficient for all our needs. Secondly, I am a fulfilled parent because I was able to clear the school fees areas for my children. it had accumulated because of my unreliable source of living. The support has changed my living status for the better. I am forever indebted to GiveDirectly for putting a smile on our faces."
Fatuma's family
access_time 2 years ago
Fatuma received a $442 initial payment.
"The major difference in my daily life is that the transfer from the organization provided me with the drive and motivation to succeed, which increased my economic state. My family's future would be better as a result of this. Before now, starting a business was difficult because of limited resources. I will always be grateful for the support that has transformed my life."
Saumu's family
access_time 2 years ago
Saumu received a $442 initial payment.
"Even though I have a strong passion for rearing goats, my limited resources made it difficult for me to realize my ambition. With the help I received from the organization, my main dream is to achieve that objective. My farming has greatly benefited from GiveDirectly's support, and I will always be appreciative of it the achievement of this milestone."