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 remember the moment that i saw the message that i have received money from Givedirectly i was with my neighbors and i couldn't believe what i saw, i have never thought that one day i will be able to have such kind of money as a donation, i am very appreciative
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life since you started receiving payments from GiveDirectly.
Our everyday lives have changed so much since receiving money from Givedirectly because we have enough which has enabled us to eat three to four times a day, this was not possible in the past before this program.
What did you spend your most recent transfer(s) on?
I bought bags of maize because i did not harvest enough food the last growing season, i also built a new house plus i bought clothes for my children and my self.
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access_time over 2 years ago
What does receiving this money mean to you?
Receiving this money will help me and my child so much cause I plan on build a house , buying food and other household items am so excited and looking forward to the transfer
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest moment is when am home with my child
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
Lack of income has been the biggest challenge cause I have failed to support myself and my child in so many ways unable to have enough meals , clothes etc. cause income is so hard here in the village, but thankfully with this program things will change for the better
