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 ($335 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?
If i had not received the money we would have faced hunger. I am happy for what you have done for me
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
I think everything you do is good. I dont think there is anything you need to do differently
What did you spend your most recent transfer(s) on?
I bought Cement, food, bicycle and uniform for school
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 very happy to see the message on my phone because I never expect to get such a huge amount of money
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life since you started receiving payments from GiveDirectly.
We are now sleeping comfortable in my own house
What did you spend your most recent transfer(s) on?
I bought 15 bags of cement, fertilisers and also renovated my house with a new veranda and plaster
Enrolled
access_time over 3 years ago
What does receiving this money mean to you?
This money means a good and comfortable home for me and my children. My ex husband build it but failed to finish after he abandoned me hence now i will have to do plaster and floor. I will also do my best to have food and beddings as well as clothes.
What is the happiest part of your day?
Mornings since I tend to go and look for food as well as piece works.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
Biggest hardship has been securing enough food everyday for my children and my unborn baby.
