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.
Dama's family
access_time almost 2 years ago
Dama received a $26 thirteenth payment.
"I have a family of 6 with two of my children currently going to school. Getting enough money to cater for all their needs had been quite a challenge despite the monthly transfers that I have been receiving due to so many needs. In the future, I no longer want to struggle and I would want to ensure that my children have a good education. Therefore, my goal is to invest the transfers in something that would be of help to my family in the future. I plan to start a livestock rearing project for poultry and goats and I would ensure that I buy at least a goat worth $30 or 3 chicken costing $9 every month I receive my transfers."
Grace's family
access_time almost 2 years ago
Grace received a $26 thirteenth payment.
"My main goal is to see my children have a smooth learning process without being sent home for school fees. I have two children who are yet to join high school; one is currently in class eight and one is in class seven, and I want to ensure that I have the money to take them to secondary school by the time they will be done with primary education. And to achieve this, I want to save part of my monthly transfers and also set aside part of the proceeds from the business so that I do not get overwhelmed. In addition, I have also started livestock rearing(goats) that I would sell in the future to help me with school fees payment."
Nyirarekeraho's family
access_time almost 2 years ago
Nyirarekeraho received a $295 initial payment.
"Most of the donation was spent on the land I bought , I am planning to plant beans in that land."
Kathithe's family
access_time almost 2 years ago
Kathithe received a $26 sixth payment.
"Ever since I began receiving the transfers, my goal has been to build a decent iron-roofed house. To realize this goal, I decided to save a larger portion of my transfer every month and purchase the required building materials. I am happy that I began the construction, and I believe I will be moving out of the grass-thatched house soon. Sheltering in an iron-roofed house is what I pray for every day, and I am hoping to accomplish it soon."
Kitsao's family
access_time almost 2 years ago
Kitsao received a $26 second payment.
"I have been employed to look after my neighbour's livestock for many years, and I am worried this job might end anytime. My old age may not be suitable for me to continue working for someone, thus, my plan is to buy goats as I continue to receive the transfer. Owning the livestock is a good investment for me since I do not have any other stable source of income. I will save a portion of the monthly transfers to achieve this goal."
Dorris's family
access_time almost 2 years ago
Dorris enrolled.
"My husband has been jobless for the past four months now. He was a driver and lost his job. He is at home now. I do casual jobs earning approximately $40 per month which caters to food only and it is even not enough. My family takes one meal per day due to a lack of food. Sometimes the children fail to go to school due to hunger. Food shortage is the current challenge I am facing in life."
Farida's family
access_time almost 2 years ago
Farida received a $400 second payment.
"Ever since the recipients here received their transfers, life has changed by a big margin. Many people have been uplifted from poverty as they can now afford meals through the income they earn from the businesses they opened up with the transfers. This fascinates me and I never wish Givedirectly to change a thing."
Kibet's family
access_time almost 2 years ago
Kibet received a $339 second payment.
"My greatest aspiration is to provide my family with a comfortable home that we can call our own. Furthermore, I wish to acquire a piece of land to expand our farming ventures. To make these goals a reality, I have devised a plan to generate income through the cultivation of tomatoes. By utilizing the profits from our tomato harvest, I am confident that I can accumulate the necessary funds to achieve these dreams. It will require dedication and hard work, but I am willing to put in the effort to create a better future for my family. I believe that with patience and perseverance, I can create a prosperous life for my loved ones and build a legacy that will endure for generations to come."
Nicholus's family
access_time almost 2 years ago
Nicholus received a $339 second payment.
"I have always had a burning desire to further my education to raise my standard of living. Unfortunately, because of my financial situation and the fact that I had previously worked as a motorcycle rider, I was unable to achieve this goal. I am currently married with one child. However, after getting the transfer, I chose to set aside $400 to go back to school to major in plant engineering. I also set aside $50 to cover the necessities for my family. My long-awaited dream of going to college has finally come true in such a short time, and I am so happy and relieved about it. The future seems to be bright and promising."
Mukamana's family
access_time almost 2 years ago
Mukamana received a $295 initial payment.
"It was in the morning I was farming and I received a notification message from the momo account . I was overjoyed and I was smiling from the morning till I went to sleep in the night. It was a dream caming to reality."