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Hellen's family
Hellen
landscapeCountry:
uganda
workOccupation:
Subsistence farming
faceAge:
50
workCampaign
Standard Uganda
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2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
1660300 UGX ($445 USD)
access_time 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 better now in that, I live a more comfortable life because I can provide for the family. Nowadays we have three meals a day. Previously, we used to have one meal or even sometimes no meal at all. I'm proud that I have livestock that I using for milk production and plowing. Prior to getting these transfers I used to suffer hiring labor that was so expensive.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
In my opinion, GD's transfers have done a lot in my community for example we have managed to return our children to school, construct houses, purchase household items, Livestock and land among others. GD also did well by visiting us from our homes solving adverse events therefore promoting peace and harmony in the households. However, GD did everything well and I did not notice anything wrong.
What did you spend your second transfer on?
When I received my second transfer, I bought livestock which I will use for milk production and plowing. The produced milk from this cow will generate for me income that can cater my domestic needs and I can also consume some. I used this money to seek medical attention. I was hit by pressure which blind folded my eyes and I'm on medication apparently. I have saved some of this transfer that used for cultivation and treatment.
 
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
1728300 UGX ($471 USD)
access_time 5 years ago
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Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference in my daily life is that, I can also feed well as opposed to the days when I struggled to feed myself due to lack of money.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
The moment I received the news of money from my child, I immediately knelt down and gave thanks to God for such a huge amount of moment I had never held in my life. I felt very excited since then up to now.
What did you spend your first transfer on?
I have spent of UGX 700000 of my first transfer to buy two trips of sand and household goods. I'm planning to spend the balance of the transfer to buy more building materials for the construction of my permanent house.
 
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What does receiving this money mean to you?
Receiving this money means that i will construct a house for my family.
What is the happiest part of your day?
My happiest part of the day is afternoon. It's the time i interact with people.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship iam faced with is sickness.