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
1685137 UGX ($448 USD)
access_time over 5 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 in a way that I now own land and an animal which I used not to have
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
Give directly does well I fullfilling their promises and training us before giving us the money
What did you spend your second transfer on?
I spent my second transfer on buying a piece of land at 1,600,000shs
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
1754517 UGX ($472 USD)
access_time almost 6 years ago
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The recipient was not asked any questions as part of this follow up.
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access_time almost 6 years ago
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship i am facing is the way my family sleeps. When it rains we live in fear thinking that our house my fall any time because it is too old.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is during lunch when i see all my children eating lunch.
What does receiving this money mean to you?
Receiving this money is going to change the way we sleep. My house has been soo old, leaking and small. Receiving this money will help us build a new permanent house for my family.
