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.
Elizabeth's family
access_time 8 years ago
Elizabeth received a $113 initial payment.
"It was very early in the morning and I saw this money from GiveDirectly and i was happy."
Regina's family
access_time 8 years ago
Regina received a $113 initial payment.
"It was night and I received money from GiveDirectly on my mobile phone and I rejoiced that night because this money was like a miracle."
Webster's family
access_time 8 years ago
Webster received a $113 initial payment.
"I saw a mobile money message from GiveDirectly on my phone and I was very happy for receiving free and unconditional money for my life improvements. "
Ronald's family
access_time 8 years ago
Ronald received a $425 second payment.
"I had just come back home and I received money on my mobile phone. I checked and the money was from GiveDirectly, I was happy!"
Mary's family
access_time 8 years ago
Mary received a $481 second payment.
"The biggest difference in my life has been getting a new house that has better roofing and walls. My family and I are now very comfortable living in this house as we are no longer rained nor have fear of the house collapsing on us."
Eseza's family
access_time 8 years ago
Eseza received a $425 second payment.
"He biggest difference in my daily life is yet to come when i construct a big house for the family"
Emily's family
access_time 8 years ago
Emily received a $96 initial payment.
"When I received my money, I felt so happy! I was very broke."
Joel's family
access_time 8 years ago
Joel received a $482 second payment.
"The biggest difference in my daily life is that I now have a wife whose bride pride is fully paid, thus I am respected by my in-laws."
Lilian's family
access_time 8 years ago
Lilian received a $96 initial payment.
"I felt really happy the moment I received the money because I knew I would now be able to achieve my plans."
Joseph's family
access_time 8 years ago
Joseph received a $96 initial payment.
"I felt so happy the moment I received the money since I needed it for my child's school fees."