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2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
264000 MWK ($341 USD)
access_time over 3 years ago
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How is your life different than it would have been if you never received the transfer?
I would be be living a stressful life since money is hard to find due to the pandemic
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
This organization is doing a good job in our lives and i do not see any problem with it
What did you spend your most recent transfer(s) on?
I have saved the money since i want to renovate my house after the rainy season
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
271500 MWK ($352 USD)
access_time over 3 years ago
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Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
We were very happy when we recieved our message informing us that we had recieved our transfer. Up to date we are still happy.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life since you started receiving payments from GiveDirectly.
My life has changed , We eating frequently which was not the case in the past. I am not lacking anything right now.
What did you spend your most recent transfer(s) on?
I spent the money on iron sheets 18 which I have bought in advance for the house I plan on building. I also bought a mattress and a blanket so that we have a good place to sleep. We did not have any food in the house, so i went on and bought maize 3 bags so that we have food. I aslo purchased 2 bags of fertilizer so that i improve my chances with the harvest. The remaining money I bought clothes for my children .
Enrolled
access_time over 3 years ago
What does receiving this money mean to you?
The money will assist us in building another house, clothes for the children. We shall also use the money to buy other necessities for the household.
What is the happiest part of your day?
Mornings
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
