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 felt very happy because I have been sick and also struggling to pay my children's tuition.Getting it was a dream come through for me"
Lilian's family
access_time 2 years ago
Lilian received a $443 initial payment.
"I am a farmer, and my husband does odd jobs to supplement our income. We are fortunate to have two children. I prioritized building a kitchen after receiving my transfer because the one I had was grass thatched and small, and the roof was leaking. As a result, I spent $400 to construct a kitchen house. Due to financial constraints, this was previously not possible. I then spent the rest of the money on groceries. I am pleased that, unlike in the past, I was able to construct a house in a relatively short period."
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 spend my recent money on buying zinc and paying my child school fees."
Felecia's family
access_time 2 years ago
Felecia received a $240 third payment.
"Give-directly did well by making me to start building my house."
Jackline's family
access_time 2 years ago
Jackline received a $442 initial payment.
"I am a businesswoman who is married and has two children. When I got my transfer, I decided to mount my tank so that we could have enough water flow in the house. We knew this would make the process of constantly carrying water from outside easier. As a result, I spent $ 430 to build the base slab. Due to financial constraints, this was previously difficult. Finally, I spent the remaining funds on food. Thanks to GiveDirectly, I will have enough water in the house once the construction is completed."
Mercy's family
access_time 2 years ago
Mercy received a $442 initial payment.
"I used to sell maize at the shopping center, but it failed due to financial constraints and a large number of responsibilities that were dependent on one business. My husband is a driver, and we have one child together. I spent $200 on fencing my land after receiving my transfer. This is because we recently relocated from unfenced ancestral land. Second, because it was the holiday season, I decided to spend $100 on clothes for my children. Finally, I spent $200 on circumcising my son in accordance with our customs. I am extremely grateful for the financial assistance that has significantly improved my current lifestyle."
Eunice's family
access_time 2 years ago
Eunice received a $442 initial payment.
"The money from GiveDirectly came at an unexpected time. I recall being on my way home from the stream where I had gone to fetch water. when I heard my phone start to ring. When I checked to see what the message was about, I discovered that I had received $550 from GiveDirectly. I was overcome with joy and excitement. I am so grateful for the help that has brought so much joy into our lives."
Linet's family
access_time 2 years ago
Linet received a $442 initial payment.
"The moment I received my transfer, I can recall that I had gone for catering work at our church place. Suddenly, My phone rang. Because I had a vision problem, I asked our pastor to read the message to me. That's when she told me I'd received money from GiveDirectly. I was overwhelmed with joy and happiness because I knew my life would be transformed. I am eternally grateful for the wonderful support that has had a positive impact on our lives."
Saumu's family
access_time 2 years ago
Saumu received a $442 initial payment.
"I recall being at home relaxing after a long day of hard work when I received my transfer. My phone abruptly began to ring. After double-checking. I discovered that I had received funds from GiveDirectly. I was so happy that I forgot about how stressful the day had been. I was confident that I would be able to complete my objectives successfully. I then went ahead and told my husband, who was overjoyed and grateful. This was the happiest day of our lives, and we were delighted."