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.
Fondo's family
access_time 11 months ago
Fondo received a $24 twenty-second payment.
"I have a sponsor who supported me, enabling me to enroll in college in January. My goal is to study diligently and pursue a career as a journalist, advocating for the voiceless in society. I strongly believe in doing things correctly, and I firmly believe in the equality of all individuals. I am deeply troubled by injustice and strive to promote peace. As a future journalist, I aspire to enlighten people's minds through education. I plan to study hard and save enough to make my dream come true."
Furaha's family
access_time 11 months ago
Furaha received a $24 twenty-second payment.
"I aim to establish my own tailoring shop where I can make and sell clothes, specializing in African wears such as vitenge and diras. While currently running a vegetable stand along the road, I aim to save from both my current business and my contribution to the merry-go-round to kickstart my dream shop."
Zawadi's family
access_time 11 months ago
Zawadi received a $24 twenty-second payment.
"After finishing Form Four, I decided to pursue tailoring school. My current aim is to complete my training there and then move on to journalism school to pursue my career. Journalism has always been my passion, and I have full confidence that I can succeed in this field. I am planning to save up enough money to enroll in journalism school."
Karisa's family
access_time 11 months ago
Karisa received a $24 twenty-second payment.
"While I am currently on my own without a family, I am on a mission to save up for a brighter tomorrow. My goal is to be able to effortlessly cover my childrens school fees one day and shower my future wife with the best life has to offer. Plus, I have got big dreams for expanding my business along the way."
Sylvia's family
access_time 11 months ago
Sylvia received a $24 twenty-sixth payment.
"As I care for my child at home, a strong desire to pursue entrepreneurship comes within me. I envision creating a successful business focused on selling second-hand clothing. Through strategic savings cultivated from my merry-go-round contributions, I am determined to turn this dream into reality. This venture captivates me due to its accessibility and the continuously growing demand for sustainable fashion options."
Tecla's family
access_time 11 months ago
Tecla enrolled.
"I have an arable land that I am unable to fully farm on because of financial constraints. Because of insufficient farm inputs, the harvests have been very low. From the past subsequent years, I have been 4 bags of maize from a target of 12 bags which is way below the intended number. This has resulted in trying new alternatives to sustain my family like practicing charcoal burning."
Mayoka's family
access_time 11 months ago
Mayoka received a $1203 second payment.
"Gd delivers what it promises"
Khisa's family
access_time 11 months ago
Khisa received a $1203 second payment.
"To educate my children as I also concentrate on farming"
Saumu's family
access_time 11 months ago
Saumu received a $24 twenty-sixth payment.
"I had a dream of building a bigger house and thanks to Givedirectly transfers this dream was achieved. I finished with construction and hence my mind is now settled on a new dream. I would like to rent a space and start a vegetable stall. My husband is a motorcycle rider and this usually help take a part of our financial burdens of me. I however would like to chip in more in my family finances and that's is why I am trying to start the business."
Elizabeth's family
access_time 11 months ago
Elizabeth received a $24 eighteenth payment.
"My primary goal for the year is to ensure my children remain in school, especially considering their father's inability to work due to illness. The regular transfers are a lifeline, covering their education expenses and other necessities. I hope this support continues, enabling us to sustain their education until my husband recovers fully. I am profoundly grateful for the assistance provided by Give Directly, as it has not only facilitated my children's education but also equipped them with the essential foundation to pursue their life aspirations."