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We’re committed to transparency and use our survey technology to collect and share real-time updates and stories in this live newsfeed.

Browse the real, unedited profiles of the recipients we serve, learn about their aspirations, and follow them to stay updated as their lives move forward.

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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.

over 8 years ago

Lucia received a $98 initial payment.

"I'm planning to pay collage fees to my son who completed his high school last year and still home due to financial constraints."

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over 8 years ago

Caren received a $98 initial payment.

"I'm planning to buy a cow which will give me free milk in the future. I'm also planning to enlarge my house because it is small in size then cement the floor with the remaining amount."

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over 8 years ago

Simion received a $98 initial payment.

"I'm planning to pay fees to my three children in high school. I'm also planning to enlarge my house because my current house is too small."

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over 8 years ago

Doreene received a $98 initial payment.

"I had built a house but was unable to finish it. I therefore hope to finish it and cement the floor and walls. i will also pay school fees for my child."

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over 8 years ago

Molly received a $98 initial payment.

"I'm planning to replace my roofing with new iron sheets because it is old and leaking. I've an intention of cementing the floor of my house because it is earth and demand frequent repairs. I'm also planning to buy some animals."

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over 8 years ago

Milka received a $98 initial payment.

"I'm planning to cement the floor of my house and fix windowpanes. I'm also planning to buy some livestock for remembrance of GD."

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over 8 years ago

Dorcas received a $492 second payment.

"GiveDirectly gives grants while other NGOs give loans."

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over 8 years ago

David received a $492 second payment.

"The biggest difference in my daily life is that I have a good iron roofed house."

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over 8 years ago

Joyce received a $492 second payment.

"The biggest difference in my daily life is that I have a kitchen where my girls can sleep in."

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over 8 years ago

Elijah received a $492 second payment.

"GiveDirectly gives grants while other NGOs give loans."

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