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2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
264000 MWK ($336 USD)
access_time 3 years ago
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How is your life different than it would have been if you never received the transfer?
Me and my family's everyday life has changed since i got the transfer from GiveDirectrectly because i am eating three times a day and i have a nice bed which helps me to sleep comfortably and wake up with no any body pains.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
The experience that i have had so far with Givedirectly has been great and i have no any complaint
What did you spend your most recent transfer(s) on?
Bicycle, iron sheets and bricks
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
271500 MWK ($352 USD)
access_time over 3 years ago
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Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
the moment i received my transfer i was very happy, we celebrated with my family knowing that some of our problems will be solved.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life since you started receiving payments from GiveDirectly.
everyday i used to worry about finding food, the only way of finding food was through piece works. sometimes we could sleep on an empty stomach. since i received the transfer i bought enough food for my family and i don't have to worry about food anymore.
What did you spend your most recent transfer(s) on?
when i received my transfer i bought food because i did not have food at home. the other amount was used to buy iron sheets as am planning to improve my house. the remaining amount was used to buy mattress, bicycle and other basic needs.
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access_time over 3 years ago
What does receiving this money mean to you?
I have recieved this program with gratitude. I will be able to buy mattress, new beddings and food. I will also construct a nice house with iron sheets.
What is the happiest part of your day?
I am always happy during noon hours when i am having luch.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
