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.
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3rd Payment
Transfer Amount
50000 KES ($484 USD)
access_time over 7 years ago
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What did you spend your third transfer on?
I spent most of my third transfer to restock my cereal business and the remaining amount I spent to buy a sack of maize for consumption
How is your life different than it would have been if you never received the transfer?
If I would not have received the transfer, I would not be having the stock I have right now in my business. Thank you GD for the transfer
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
In my opinion, GiveDirectly has done well in sending us transfers which has changed our lives. GiveDirectly did not do well in giving some recipients phone but not sending them transfers.
2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
50000 KES ($487 USD)
access_time over 7 years ago
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What did you spend your second transfer on?
I spent my second transfer on purchasing cement and sand hoping to plaster my house, invested in an ongoing maize business which is currently doing well and saved some amount with an intention of paying fees for my child who will be joining high school next year.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference in my daily life is that my business is doing well because I managed to boost it using the second transfer and hence get more income than before.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
10000 KES ($96 USD)
access_time over 7 years ago
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Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
I was very happy when I received the transfer, I was very sure that my borehole project will be completed.
What did you spend your first transfer on?
I spent my first transfer on finishing my borehole construction hence now I have water in my compound.
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access_time almost 8 years ago
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
I have planned to pay school fees for my children and to expand my business.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
The proudest achievement is that I built the house I am in after my husband passed away. I have also been taking care of my children daily needs.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship was loosing my child,because he could not get proper medical care. I had no money.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is when I sell my maize and I make money.
