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.
Prince's family
access_time 2 years ago
Prince received a $228 initial payment.
"I no longer worry about my children's education because I have paid the full amount."
Lilian's family
access_time 2 years ago
Lilian received a $443 initial payment.
"GiveDirectly's support has amazingly elevated my life to a higher level. This is because I was able to build a kitchen in a short amount of time. Due to financial constraints, none of this would have been possible. I am no longer concerned about the leaking roof. My family and I are grateful for the help that has significantly improved our lives."
Dorris's family
access_time 2 years ago
Dorris received a $240 third payment.
"Give-directly did well by making me to start building my house and make a very big business."
Hanna's family
access_time 2 years ago
Hanna received a $240 third payment.
"I hope to start doing a business to enable me to take good care of my family.I know that my blessings came through give-directly so I have to make good of that."
Felecia's family
access_time 2 years ago
Felecia received a $240 third payment.
"I spend my recent money on building my house.I am building my house because,I never had a house of my own.I am living in my family house with my children."
Jackline's family
access_time 2 years ago
Jackline received a $442 initial payment.
"The biggest difference in my daily life is that I have been able to achieve my goals in a relatively short period. I was able to easily construct a tank base slab preparation for mounting the tank which I never thought I would be able to do due to financial constraints. It truly is a dream come true. I am grateful for the assistance that has improved our standard of living."
Mercy's family
access_time 2 years ago
Mercy received a $442 initial payment.
"I recall being at home relaxing after a lunch meal when I received my transfer. My phone suddenly buzzed with a message. When I checked, I discovered that I had received funds from GiveDirectly. I was overjoyed because I knew I would be able to realize my ambitions. I then informed my husband, who was relieved and grateful. We then started planning."
Eunice's family
access_time 2 years ago
Eunice received a $442 initial payment.
"The biggest difference in my daily life is that I was able to build a decent house thanks to the financial assistance I received. Due to financial constraints, this was not previously possible. I'll be eternally grateful for the gift that completely transformed my life."
Linet's family
access_time 2 years ago
Linet received a $442 initial payment.
"The biggest difference in my life today is that I am debt free and at the same time my son was able to sit for his national exams without any pending balance. All this would not have been possible if I had not received money from GiveDirectly. I am so grateful for the support that amazingly brought smiles to our lives by uplifting our living standards."
Saumu's family
access_time 2 years ago
Saumu received a $442 initial payment.
"Building a two-room house and a veranda is a dream come true. Never in my wildest dreams did I imagine that I would be able to pull off such a lovely home for my family; I feel happy and fulfilled as a mother. I am grateful for the financial assistance that has brought us so much joy."