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
1449800 UGX ($399 USD)
access_time over 7 years ago
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What did you spend your third transfer on?
Well , a house ! I spent my third transfer on building a house because the old house had one part fallen. Even the remaining part was about to fall down.
How is your life different than it would have been if you never received the transfer?
My life is different than if i didn't receive a transfer because i wouldn't have been able to build a big strong house .
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
Well ! In own opinion , GiveDirectly did well to send us money directly from the donor to the poor. Thanks
2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
1519800 UGX ($422 USD)
access_time over 7 years ago
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What did you spend your second transfer on?
I spent my second transfer to build a new house because the one I had was very weak and it was almost falling yet I could sleep there with my kids. I used some of the money to pay school fees for my children as they were demanding them at school and I am a widow.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference in my daily life is that i now have a stronger house which is safe for my children and I. Thank you so much GiveDirectly
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
405775 UGX ($112 USD)
access_time almost 8 years ago
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What did you spend your first transfer on?
I spent my first transfer on buying households like a bed and a mattress because my bed had got broken,I also bought some items like bricks in preparations for renovation which might fail down in case of a heavy rain.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
I felt blessed after receiving my money because some people did not receive the money.
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access_time 8 years ago
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
My first plan on the cash transfer is that i intend to renovate and expand on the family house i reside in with my children, the balance i will pay school fees for my children.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
I do have a piggery project that when the pigs multiply i sell them to pay school fees for my children and also buy basic necessities for home use.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship i always face is the issue of school fees for my children to study.
What is the happiest part of your day?
My happiest moment is during afternoon hours when me and my children have had a meal.
