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.
Rehema's family
access_time over 2 years ago
Rehema received a $27 second payment.
Johana's family
access_time over 2 years ago
Johana received a $27 second payment.
Neomi's family
access_time over 2 years ago
Neomi received a $290 second payment.
"I spent my transfer on medical treatment. My husband and I have been ill. We went to the hospital for treatments so we can be healthy. I used my first transfer to buy building materials so I can build my house, but my health is very important. I appreciate GiveDirectly for this transfer that has enable me to take treatment at the hospital."
Mary's family
access_time over 2 years ago
Mary received a $290 third payment.
"I long been planning to build a house for me and my five living children, because the house we been living in is own by my inlaws and a broking down small small due to the old conduction.The house in question is a dirt block house which more than 35 to 40 years old now. My money was spend on building materials, children school fees and food. With God about all GiveDirectly program in River Cess County is very timely and rewarding for me and my children. Many thanks and appreciation to the entire family of Give Directly for the kindness."
Marie's family
access_time over 2 years ago
Marie received a $275 initial payment.
"I was very happy."
Fatu's family
access_time over 2 years ago
Fatu received a $290 third payment.
"I bought a motorbike with my transfer and the balance was used to pay my children fees in school."
Fatu's family
access_time over 2 years ago
Fatu received a $290 third payment.
"My husband and I bought land in Monrovia with the transfer to build a business centre."
Christian's family
access_time over 2 years ago
Christian received a $290 second payment.
"No! I don't have any new goals. I live in a family house with my wife and daughter. Things were a bit difficult for us. To provide food everyday and cater to hospital bills, I had to take my mother old fishing net to catch some fish. Living in a family house is a very embarrassing. Our plans were to build a new house for ourselves. I couldn't afford the funds to undertake the peoject. Luckily, GiveDirectly came to my village and I was enrolled in it's cash program. I was so excited when I received my transfer. From that moment I knew our lives will never be the same again."
Patience's family
access_time over 2 years ago
Patience received a $275 initial payment.
"I have safe the cash to enable me buy two bundles of zinc and start our house project."
Sando's family
access_time over 2 years ago
Sando received a $290 third payment.
"I bought zinc, my children tuition was paid and the balance transfer was invested in my charcoal business."