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2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
53075 KES ($517 USD)
access_time over 4 years ago
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How is your life different than it would have been if you never received the transfer?
Had it not for money, I would not have bought a cow which is currently providing milk for my family. Sometimes I also sell milk for income. My children are now happy, their health improved and I nolonger face stress which usually comes out of lack of money.
I also recall that I wouldn't have gotten money to build the new house which is currently offering me comfort in terms of shelter and also cold. The money really shaped the person that I am from who I was before.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
The organization actually does all the good things by providing financial assistance to the less to do families in our region.
What did you spend your second transfer on?
I spent the transfers in building the second house. I also spent the rest in buying a cow since I have been wishing to buy one.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
55000 KES ($545 USD)
access_time 6 years ago
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Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference in my life is that I have my own cow in my compound, I am happy now.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
When I got the I said i big thank you to GD as it has become a real source of help to me and the whole village.
What did you spend your first transfer on?
I spent the money which I got from GD to build a house and buy a heifer and a sheep. The rest I spend to buy maize for consumption.
Enrolled
access_time over 6 years ago
What does receiving this money mean to you?
Receiving this money means good news to me. I will be able to buy dairy cattle as well as build a new house using the money.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is in the evening. This is the time i arrive home from work carrying food for my children. The feeling of knowing that they won't sleep on empty stomachs makes me happy.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship i have faced in life is the struggle i go through when doing casual jobs in order to provide needs for my family despite my old age.
