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2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
297300 MWK ($368 USD)
access_time almost 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 has changed completely because of the assistance given from give directly. I have managed to buy 30 iron sheets.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
Give directly has helped our community, people are now sleeping comfortably on new mattresses. We are always grateful.
What did you spend your most recent transfer(s) on?
The money has really meant alot to me and my family because iam in a process of building a new house.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
307200 MWK ($386 USD)
access_time almost 3 years ago
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Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
Words can't explain. I was very happy and as soon as I got the message in my phone, I called GD and told the agent how very grateful I was. After I bought th money, I couldn't help myself as I ended up calling again
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life since you started receiving payments from GiveDirectly.
So many things I never thought I could actually be able to achieve, I have done so. I now have hope.
What did you spend your most recent transfer(s) on?
I spent my transfer on Iron Sheets, a blanket and also clothes for my children.
Enrolled
access_time 3 years ago
What does receiving this money mean to you?
This money means that I will be able to renovate my house. It leaks and we have to change the grass often. I will use the money to buy iron sheets and other building materials. I will also buy fertilizer to use in the next farming season.
What is the happiest part of your day?
I am happiest during the harvesting season because we have enough food to eat. I joined a village bank where we share money we contribute at the end of each year, I am also happiest when I am receiving the money.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The main hardship I face is living in a house which leaks and which requires me to change the roof annually.
