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.
Bendu's family
access_time over 2 years ago
Bendu received a $232 initial payment.
"A young woman like who has 8 children, it's a lots of burden for me. I had these kids without spacing and at some point i actually regret my action. I couldn't even afford to buy their school materials and pay their fees as well. But with the help of Give Directly transfer, i was able to settle this problem and i am so happy now."
Nyonnio's family
access_time over 2 years ago
Nyonnio received a $232 initial payment.
"I couldn't afford to send money to my kids in Monrovia for school fees. It was the first time ever since my children moved to monrovia to send money to them because i couldn't afford to do so. It brought me great joy to do such thing and my kids were happy too because they knew if only i had it i would have helped them. And also building a decent house it's a dream come true all because of Give Directly transfer problems."
Nicholas's family
access_time over 2 years ago
Nicholas received a $451 second payment.
"Givedirectly did well in conducting the village meetings. The training was so helpful since we got first-hand information about the program before being enrolled. In addition, everyone was included in the program discrimination. Lastly, we received the transfers at the right time as promised. I recommend they conduct more field visits after all the transfers to see how the cash has impacted the living conditions in the village."
Benaline's family
access_time over 2 years ago
Benaline received a $435 second payment.
"My opinion is that the support from GiveDirectly boosted our standard of living by transforming our lives. They supported and empowered our community without discriminating anyone against anyone. I didn't point out the flaws or things that weren't done with the utmost integrity that they ought to."
Lilian's family
access_time over 2 years ago
Lilian received a $435 second payment.
"Farming has been my passion for quite a long time now, though my wish would be to have a large scale where I can have varieties of crops that can attract more profit. The major challenge that I face at the moment is that I lack finances. If I happen to get funds in the future, farming would be my goal."
Winny's family
access_time over 2 years ago
Winny received a $435 second payment.
"In the coming years, my dream would be to start a boutique business where I will be selling clothes. I believe that this is more profitable compared to the one that I currently manage. To realise this dream, I plan on joining a Sacco where I will be saving at least $20 per month. Once it is mature, I can comfortably set up the business. All in all, I am grateful for the achievement that I have accomplished in a short period."
Matha's family
access_time over 2 years ago
Matha received a $232 initial payment.
""As soon I am able to complete my project, I think there will be a great difference. That means, my children and I will now live in a new house built with zinc roof rather than our usual thatched hut we live in presently. It has always been my prayer since this year that; "God, please do miracle this in my life before the end of this year". Actually, it is happening gradually "."
Dearest's family
access_time over 2 years ago
Dearest received a $232 initial payment.
"We are living in a family house because our house broke down and we couldn't afford to rebuild. But Give Directly has made a permanent marked our lives. We have started to rebuild our house from Give Directly unconventional cash transfer."
Geebli's family
access_time over 2 years ago
Geebli received a $232 initial payment.
"Give Directly has done extremely well for me, i couldn't afford to pay my kids school fees, pay workers for my cocoa farm and start my house project. But with the help of Give Directly transfer problem, i have started all of these projects. I am so happy as a young man."
Mercy's family
access_time over 2 years ago
Mercy received a $232 initial payment.
""Currently, I have my transfer saved because I am thinking on building house for my children in Zwedru. I already have a parcle of land there where they are currently attending school. Being that I have already paid their first semester tuition and requirements, so it is no more my focus. As I am fully hoping on the transfers of my entire cash, as soon it's complete, I will commence my building". Sincerely as a single parent especially woman, to care for your family at the same time providing their needs, it's not easy looking at our low economic status where it only supports from hand to mouth".-"