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.
Pamela's family
access_time 8 years ago
Pamela received a $97 initial payment.
"I was very happy when I received the transfer."
Titus's family
access_time 8 years ago
Titus received a $97 initial payment.
"I felt very happy when I received the money because I was stuck with hospital bills which I could not afford on my own. Thanks to GiveDirectly."
Prisca's family
access_time 8 years ago
Prisca received a $97 initial payment.
"The moment when I received my money I was so happy but I didn't share the news with anyone."
Hellen's family
access_time 8 years ago
Hellen received a $97 initial payment.
"When I received the money I was so happy and knelt down to thank God for being good to me."
Peres's family
access_time 8 years ago
Peres received a $97 initial payment.
"The moment when I received my money I was so happy, smiled and thanked God because I had totally nothing in my house at that moment."
Teresia's family
access_time 8 years ago
Teresia received a $97 initial payment.
"I was very happy because I knew this cash can easily changed my life is I spent it wisely."
Lucas's family
access_time 8 years ago
Lucas received a $97 initial payment.
"I felt very happy when I received the transfer because it gave me hope of building a new latrine"
Donella's family
access_time 8 years ago
Donella received a $97 initial payment.
"I received my money while weaving sisal in the evening,I felt very happy since on that day I did not have any money even to buy food for my family. My family and I were to miss a meals on that day. I am thankful to GiveDirectly for coming to my rescue."
Rose's family
access_time 8 years ago
Rose received a $97 initial payment.
"I was very happy the moment I received transfer as I was sure that my family will not starve again."
Caren's family
access_time 8 years ago
Caren received a $97 initial payment.
"The moment I received my money I was so happy and prayed."