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2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
1652800 UGX ($453 USD)
access_time over 6 years ago
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What did you spend your second transfer on?
I spent my second transfer to buy two goats,one cow, bricks,timber,and food.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
Givedirectly has done well in helping very poor people and giving equal treatment to everyone,I have not seen where givedirectly has not done well.
How is your life different than it would have been if you never received the transfer?
My life is different in that i am able to build a house and but some assets like goats and a cow for myself without receiving this transfer I would not have managed to do so on my own.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
1719800 UGX ($473 USD)
access_time almost 7 years ago
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What did you spend your first transfer on?
When I received my first transfer, I purchased a mattress, a bed, a pair of bedsheets and a pillow at 390,000ugx, I also purchased two goats to act as an Income generating activity at 250,000ugx, paid off for the land that was mortgaged worth 1,000,000ugx and the balance I spent it on clothings.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
I was filled with alot of joy.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
After receiving my first transfer, the biggest difference I have had in my daily life is that I have peace now because I paid off my debts that have been bothering me for instance the land that was mortgaged. I would like to appreciate Give Directly for the support given.
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access_time 7 years ago
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship i face is povery especially when you need to use money and you lack any thing like money to use.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is noon time. especially when the visitors come and pay visit ,they make me happy we chat.
What does receiving this money mean to you?
Receiving this money will help me to open up business internet cafe.and balance I will use for construction of my house.
