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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2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
264000 MWK ($340 USD)
access_time 3 years ago
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How is your life different than it would have been if you never received the transfer?
My life is different now because i have a good house. My house was not in good state, it was grass thatched and not cemented. My dream was to improve my house , since i have received my transfers i have changed the roof of my house and i have cemented the floor of my house as well. i have a good house now, thank you Give Directly.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
i feel like everything is done very well
What did you spend your most recent transfer(s) on?
When i received my transfer i bought cement which was used to improve my house. the other amount was used to buy food and other basic needs.
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?
I was really happy to be one of the beneficiaries. Am grateful for this.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life since you started receiving payments from GiveDirectly.
My health has been restored. My leg was giving me problems and i went to a private hospital for treatment with the funds i received. I also have enough food.
What did you spend your most recent transfer(s) on?
I bought enough food for my household, fertilizer, blackets, cement, matress and i paid some of the money to a private hospital to access their services.
Enrolled
access_time over 3 years ago
What does receiving this money mean to you?
The money means an elevates status of livibg for our hosuehold. This entails we have found money to do renovations for our house, proper beddings for children and food for us all.
What is the happiest part of your day?
Am usually happy in the morning as I get to make breakfast for my children.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
I usually get sick every year whereby my stomach swells for no reason.
