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Unfiltered, unedited stories

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.

over 8 years ago

Monica received a $493 second payment.

"Am now happy because I have a better house and I won't be doing any wall and floor repairs as before because my current house is cemented."

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over 8 years ago

Mary received a $493 second payment.

"Other Ngos used to send us donations through the hands of other government officials who could slash them a long the way while GD donates to us directly and and intact."

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over 8 years ago

Millicent received a $99 initial payment.

"I am planning to build a house with the upcoming lumpsum payment."

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over 8 years ago

Vickline received a $99 initial payment.

"I am planning to build a new pit latrine and two rental houses with my upcoming lump-sum payment."

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over 8 years ago

Olga received a $99 initial payment.

"We are planning to have a new home by constructing a new house. We will spend the money to buy more construction materials."

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over 8 years ago

Eunice received a $493 second payment.

"GiveDirectly gives grants while other NGOs give loans."

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over 8 years ago

Paul received a $493 second payment.

"Other Ngos take long time to send us donations while GD acts promptly on their donations."

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over 8 years ago

Millicent received a $99 initial payment.

"I am planning to pay school fees for my son in college and build a house with the upcoming lumpsum transfer payment."

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over 8 years ago

Alice received a $493 second payment.

"GD gives grant while other NGOs gives loans."

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over 8 years ago

Joyce received a $99 initial payment.

"I am planning to use my upcoming lump-sum payment to expand my house and pay secondary school fees for the final term."

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