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.
Senneh's family
access_time 2 years ago
Senneh received a $239 fourth payment.
"I am a business woman therefore, I hope to become a successful business woman. I dream is to own a store."
Lee's family
access_time 2 years ago
Lee received a $239 fourth payment.
"I used my recent money to purchase Plank and also paid someone to brush my cocoa farm."
Felecia's family
access_time 2 years ago
Felecia received a second payment.
"I am using my recent transfer to build my dream house. For long now I ha e been living in a very deplorable house but thanks to Givedirectly thia chapter is about to close."
Zargba's family
access_time 2 years ago
Zargba received a $239 second payment.
"I spent most of my second transfer on on buying house building materials"
Nathaniel's family
access_time 2 years ago
Nathaniel received a $239 second payment.
"I am still keeping my recent transfer."
Wilson's family
access_time 2 years ago
Wilson received a $239 second payment.
"I hope to complete mu farm project and start making more money before this year ends."
Dorris's family
access_time 2 years ago
Dorris received a $239 third payment.
"I spent mostnof my money on buying more goods to sell in mt yard along with paying my husband medical bill."
Mercy's family
access_time 2 years ago
Mercy received a $239 third payment.
"I spent most of my transfer on buying zinc and sticks for my kitchen and house project"
Kasiwa's family
access_time 2 years ago
Kasiwa received a $442 initial payment.
"When I withdrew the money, I opted to demolish the house I had to construct a nice one since it was on the verge of collapsing. Therefore, I spent around $150 on constructing a mud-walled two-room house. I managed to use little amount because I did most of the construction by myself to reduce the cost. Apart from the poles and rafters which I sourced myself from the forest, I bought eight iron sheets for $60. These iron sheets were just an addition to the ones I removed from the house I demolished. Currently, the house is complete and I am happy that I sleep in a secure house unlike before. I also spent $240 to buy seven goats. I opted to buy a high number of goats since I wanted to start livestock farming. The reason for choosing goats over cows is that they withstand the harsh climatic condition of our area. Not only withstanding drought but also they are cheap to purchase and maintain as well as easily convertible to monetary value due to their ready markets. For the remaining amount, I used $100 to take my son to a driving college and bought a mattress for $54 since I used to sleep on the floor."
Salima's family
access_time 2 years ago
Salima received a $427 second payment.
"Currently, my main goal is to start a charcoal-burning business and I will be using my motorcycle to supply charcoal to my customers. With this, I am optimistic about making good profits that will enable me to support my family. This is because I will be in a position to meet my customers' demands on time and aside from reaching many people within a day, I will be able to supply even to those who live far from where I will be operating the business from."