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.
Christine's family
access_time almost 8 years ago
Christine received a $468 third payment.
"In my opinion, GiveDirectly did well in sending us money directly and leaving recipients to prioritize their needs. I have not seen anything they did not do well."
Silpa's family
access_time almost 8 years ago
Silpa received a $468 third payment.
"I spent my third transfer on investing on livestock rearing. I opted for this project because it was the best way so far I could use to invest my money. To add on that, the livestock purchased could easily be sold during an emergency that required cash. The livestock could also be used in educating my children who promised to bring great changes in the family's lifestyle should they acquire appropriate education. "
Nickson's family
access_time almost 8 years ago
Nickson received a $468 third payment.
"I think GiveDirectly should give money to more poor households in the villages they are working and the support should not stop."
James's family
access_time almost 8 years ago
James received a $468 third payment.
"In my opinion, GiveDirectly did well by giving money to the less unfortunate households after educating them on the best ways they can use the money."
Philip's family
access_time almost 8 years ago
Philip received a $468 third payment.
"In my opinion, sending the money in beats was a very good idea because it gave me time to plan on how to spend my money. I do not see anything that needs improving on."
Martin's family
access_time almost 8 years ago
Martin received a $468 third payment.
"My life is different than it would have been because these transfers enabled me pay school fee for my two children and they have never been sent home for fee since they joined school early this year."
Risper's family
access_time almost 8 years ago
Risper received a $468 third payment.
"I spent a larger portion of the transfer KES on farming activities. I'm still having the remaining amount on my phone which I'll use to cement the walls of my house since it ie earth."
Monica's family
access_time almost 8 years ago
Monica received a $468 third payment.
"I spent my third transfer on purchasing a solar panel. Initially I used a kerosene lamp which consumed much fuel and compelled me into spending a lot of money on daily basis. Other than the cost, the kerosene lamp was very unhealthy, and more so for my children who used it for longer period of time during their studies at night, as it produces a soot that resulted into several infections such as chest congestion, eye problem, lung infections etc. Besides the solar panel, I replaced all my wooden doors and windows which had initially exposed us to several insecurity threats. We feared for our lives and the loss of any other item in the house."
Eunice's family
access_time almost 8 years ago
Eunice received a $97 initial payment.
"The moment when I received my money I felt great relief, I felt God had honored us as a family because we were supposed to make some payment for our child in a Special school and again we did not have food and my husband and I were in agony on how to raise the amount of money needed. Thank you very much ,GD transfers bailed us out, and on time."
Charles's family
access_time almost 8 years ago
Charles received a $468 third payment.
"My life is difference because I now have oxen for farming activities. Previously I was depending on my neighbors who used to extend their support to me willing and at times could let me go without tilling the land."