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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

Josephine received a $493 second payment.

"I am at peace and proud because my dowry was paid."

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over 8 years ago

Melkadus received a $493 second payment.

"The biggest difference in my daily life is that I have a good,strong house and a colorful roof."

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over 8 years ago

Oyonge received a $493 second payment.

"GiveDirectly gives money without involving intermediaries while other NGOs have a lot of intermediaries."

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over 8 years ago

Rosemary received a $99 initial payment.

"I am planning to buy fishing equipment and also buy a cow."

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over 8 years ago

Pamela received a $99 initial payment.

"I will buy more iron sheets, nails and build a house with the upcoming lumpsum transfer payment."

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over 8 years ago

Benter received a $99 initial payment.

"I am planning to construct a new house for my sons who do not have anywhere to comfortably spend the night."

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over 8 years ago

Caroline received a $493 second payment.

"Other NGOs does not keep their promise they take too long to facilitate their transfers while GD keeps its word and it is faster in facilitating the transfers."

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over 8 years ago

Charles received a $493 second payment.

"GiveDirectly gives help without middlemen while other NGOs have a lot of middlemen."

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over 8 years ago

Samuel received a $493 second payment.

"I have a big difference in my daily life since I no longer depend on paraffin for lighting since I have already substituted it with Dlight solar. I can now fully light my main house 24/7 and still save a lot of money."

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over 8 years ago

Grace received a $493 second payment.

"My house is now very spacious that accommodates me and my family well."

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