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.
Samuel's family
access_time almost 8 years ago
Samuel received a $488 second payment.
"The biggest difference in my daily life is that I nolonger use 10KES everyday to purchase parrafin since I managed to acquire a solar lantern and my children can also sleep in a separate room because of the spacious house built using the second transfer."
Stephen's family
access_time almost 8 years ago
Stephen received a $488 second payment.
"The biggest difference in my life is having my own motorcycle for transporting people and goods. I am no longer overworking myself and paying commission like I used to do when I was using other people's motorcycle. I am feeling happy and independent now that I am in control of my own business. Thanks to give for this change."
Benter's family
access_time almost 8 years ago
Benter received a $98 initial payment.
"When I received the money, I was very happy, went down on my knees and prayed to God for the miracle and blessings. Thank you GD."
Mary's family
access_time almost 8 years ago
Mary received a $98 initial payment.
"I jumped for joy when I received my money untill it caught my neighbours attention because I was overjoyed. "
Vivian's family
access_time almost 8 years ago
Vivian received a $488 second payment.
"The biggest difference in my life is having bought the seats to occupy my empty sitting room. I was often getting embarrassed when my visitors had no chairs to seat on. I am also proud that my dowry which has been like a debt had been paid to my parents. I am more comfortable and peaceful after having spent on my priority needs."
Fredrick's family
access_time almost 8 years ago
Fredrick received a $488 second payment.
"The biggest difference in my daily life is owning land. I have my own land bearing my name and I am now brave as I can never be evicted from it.Thanks to GiveDirectly."
Monica's family
access_time almost 8 years ago
Monica received a $488 second payment.
"The biggest difference in my life is that i now live in a good iron roofed house."
Judith's family
access_time almost 8 years ago
Judith received a $488 second payment.
"The biggest difference in my life is that I now have a steady source of income with my corn selling business."
George's family
access_time almost 8 years ago
George received a $98 initial payment.
"When I received the money, I was very happy and believed that GD is real and they keep their promise. Thank you GD."
Florence's family
access_time almost 8 years ago
Florence received a $488 second payment.
"The biggest difference in my life is that I now live in a good house house as opposed to the one I lived in which was in poor condition."