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.
Jocinter's family
access_time over 6 years ago
Jocinter received a $23 seventh payment.
"In the next six months,I am sure my life will have changed for the better even though I am not sure how so long as GiveDirectly continues sending me the money as they promised."
David's family
access_time over 6 years ago
David received a $468 initial payment.
"The biggest difference in my life is that I wake up happy everyday because I now own what I never hoped I would possess."
Agnes's family
access_time over 6 years ago
Agnes received a $468 initial payment.
"I have noticed that my life is now relaxed and comfortable. My children dress well and eat good food everyday. I am very thankful to give directly for this assistance."
Sarah's family
access_time over 6 years ago
Sarah received a $450 second payment.
"Had I not received the transfer, I would not be healthy and happy. Because of the transfer I was able to buy household items and buy food to feed my family."
Joseph's family
access_time over 6 years ago
Joseph received a $45 third payment.
"In the next six months,I am hopeful that I will be owning an Iron roofed house."
Lucy's family
access_time over 6 years ago
Lucy received a $23 seventh payment.
"In the next six months I expect to have bought more products and equipment for my salon."
Leonard's family
access_time over 6 years ago
Leonard received a $23 sixth payment.
"I expect to have started my own family, bought my own dairy cow and become independent."
Emily's family
access_time over 6 years ago
Emily received a $23 seventh payment.
"I expect my life to change in that I will have bought a plot for my family."
Rose's family
access_time over 6 years ago
Rose received a $546 initial payment.
"The biggest difference is that now I have a good shelter which I had no plans to put up any time soon. I am also very happy as I got a cow which I keep and when it calves i will get milk for use."
Joseph's family
access_time over 6 years ago
Joseph received a $45 third payment.
"Apart from being able to meet my family needs,I was able to boost my business. I am now getting more profits."