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.
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Millicent's family
access_time over 8 years ago
Millicent received a $497 second payment.
"GiveDirectly helps everyone while other NGOs help the girl child."
Mary's family
access_time over 8 years ago
Mary received a $99 initial payment.
"I am planning to buy pieces of iron sheets and one big water tank."
Lilian's family
access_time over 8 years ago
Lilian received a $497 second payment.
"GD gives money and let one prioritize his or her needs while other gives conditions."
Denis's family
access_time over 8 years ago
Denis received a $99 initial payment.
"I am planning to enroll to a driving school and renovate my main house using the remaining part of my upcoming lumpsum payment."
Romanus's family
access_time over 8 years ago
Romanus received a $99 initial payment.
"I am planning to pay school fees and build a new house."
Josintar's family
access_time over 8 years ago
Josintar received a $99 initial payment.
"I plan to pay school fees for my four children, it is my biggest worry."
Pauline's family
access_time over 8 years ago
Pauline received a $497 second payment.
"l was getting alot of pressure from the NGO that l owe money and now l paid it am now relived."
Margaret's family
access_time over 8 years ago
Margaret received a $99 initial payment.
"I will renovate my house and buy household items like blankets for my household members."
Julita's family
access_time over 8 years ago
Julita received a $99 initial payment.
"I plan to buy cement to cement the floor and walls of my house to finish it."
Dorothy's family
access_time over 8 years ago
Dorothy received a $99 initial payment.
"I am planning to spend it on paying my dowry and buy chairs."