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 over 8 years ago
Samuel received a $493 second payment.
"The biggest difference in my daily life is that I don't pay rent anymore because I managed to construct my own house."
Caroline's family
access_time over 8 years ago
Caroline received a $493 second payment.
"GiveDirectly give unconditional cash transfer to the poorest households directly without passing through different parties as compared to other NGOs."
Kennedy's family
access_time over 8 years ago
Kennedy received a $493 second payment.
"The biggest difference is that i have a borehole that i sometimes sell its water for my livelihood. As well i am able to get water without having to walk long distances. "
Hesbon's family
access_time over 8 years ago
Hesbon received a $493 second payment.
"GiveDirectly benefits other with unconditional cash transfer as compared to other NGOs which normally benefit through other incentive like school fee"
Jared's family
access_time over 8 years ago
Jared received a $99 initial payment.
"I am planning to buy cement and sand for finishing my house and a cow when I get my next transfer."
Roselyne's family
access_time over 8 years ago
Roselyne received a $493 second payment.
"Givedirectly has given everyone an opportunity to get what one wants most through the transfer an opportunity that has not been given by any other NGOs."
Ruth's family
access_time over 8 years ago
Ruth received a $493 second payment.
"Other NGOs in my village are very specific on the help they give you which might not be satisfying. GD gives you money and you plan by yourself depending on what you need."
Lilian's family
access_time over 8 years ago
Lilian received a $99 initial payment.
"I am planning to spend my upcoming transfer payment on building a kitchen and buying furniture for my house."
Jacob's family
access_time over 8 years ago
Jacob received a $493 second payment.
"GiveDirectly is transparent in their work and also fulfills promises as compared to other NGOs."
Sarah's family
access_time over 8 years ago
Sarah received a $493 second payment.
"The main difference between Givedirectly and the other organisations is that Givedirectly deals with the recipients/ beneficiaries directly while in the other organisations the aid is channeled through local authorities."