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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Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
I was so happy and i still am cause this is a life changing program and thank you for changing my life
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life since you started receiving payments from GiveDirectly.
With the transfer i was able to buy other household items and cloths plus building myself and my family a nice house
What did you spend your most recent transfer(s) on?
I used the transfer to build a house since the house i was leaving in is old and built out of mad and during rain seasons it always falls but this time around i was able to buy cement and well prepared bricks and am truly grate cause i know come the rainy season my house wont fall
Enrolled
access_time almost 3 years ago
What does receiving this money mean to you?
I am so happy to receive these funds from GD. I will use this money to buy Iron sheets so that I improve my house roof
What is the happiest part of your day?
I am the happiest when I have food and money in my home. Money that I can use to buy basic needs in my home. It gives me a sense of satisfaction and peace knowing my family is happy
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
I struggle to find money to buy food and clothes and beddings in my home. I sleep on a mat and do not have enough blankets
