GDLive | GiveDirectly

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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.

almost 9 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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almost 9 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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almost 9 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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almost 9 years ago

Dorcas received a $492 second payment.

"GiveDirectly gives grants while other NGOs give loans."

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almost 9 years ago

David received a $492 second payment.

"GiveDirectly helps the whole household while other NGOs helps only school going children."

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almost 9 years ago

Joyce received a $492 second payment.

"GiveDirectly doesn't have middlemen while other NGOs have a lot of middlemen."

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almost 9 years ago

Elijah received a $492 second payment.

"GiveDirectly gives grants while other NGOs give loans."

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almost 9 years ago

Joyce received a $492 second payment.

"GiveDirectly is corrupt free while other NGOs are full of corruption."

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almost 9 years ago

Mary received a $492 second payment.

"The biggest difference in my daily life is that I have a kitchen and no longer cook on the sun or rain."

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almost 9 years ago

Mary received a $492 second payment.

"The biggest difference in my daily life is that my house is stable now and can't be swept away by the rains."

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