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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3rd Payment
Transfer Amount
1449800 UGX ($400 USD)
access_time over 7 years ago
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What did you spend your third transfer on?
I spent my third transfer on constructing a house because the one I was living in was small.
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 was able to own and handle huge sums of money (in millions) as transfers which i had never held and maybe wouldnot have if I had not received transfers.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
In my opinion GD specifically the staff do well by communicating so well with us during both telephone interactions and in person.
2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
1519800 UGX ($423 USD)
access_time almost 8 years ago
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What did you spend your second transfer on?
I spent my second transfer on buying a cow for rearing. I will sell this at a later date when it's value has increased.
I also bought a spanner to help me in my business since I am a mechanic.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
Living a happy and lively life without any hardships is the biggest difference in my life. I nolonger worry about financial issues since I have a stable source of income.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
405775 UGX ($113 USD)
access_time almost 8 years ago
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What did you spend your first transfer on?
I spent my first transfer on buying a mattress and beddings because was sleeping on a mat which was very unhealthy for me. I also bought 10 pieces of iron sheets as I prepare to build a good house.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
When I received my money, I felt renewed in my life; I danced, my heart pumped and I rejoiced with my friends who had also got theirs.
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access_time 8 years ago
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
I plan to build a house for my family once I get the transfer.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
My proudest achievement in life was buying for myself a bicycle which has helped me at home with fetching water and going to the garden with my wife.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship I have faced in life is the sickness my mother suffered from three months ago and I was so worried about her.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is evening time because after my day's work, I go to the Centre and catch up with my friends.
