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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How is your life different than it would have been if you never received the transfer?
I have a new goal which is to start a business that will help me after this program ends.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
Givedirectly is doing everything well.
What did you spend your most recent transfer(s) on?
I'm planning to start a business with my recent transfer.
2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
42500 LRD ($278 USD)
access_time 2 years ago
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How is your life different than it would have been if you never received the transfer?
I planned to start business, buy fertilizer for my garden and save the balance money for household expenditure.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
Givedirectly always checking on me to ensure that I receive money. They are committed in transferring money to my mobile account according to schedule given me. Their Staffs are always responding to calls and sometimes call back upon receiving missed calls. I am not aware of anything that Givedirectly didn't' do well in this village. I am so proud of Givedirectly. Many thanks and appreciation to Givedirectly.
What did you spend your most recent transfer(s) on?
I started business,bought fertilizer and save the balance money.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
40375 LRD ($284 USD)
access_time over 2 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 feeling very happy. my transfer was able to solved of all problems
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life since you started receiving payments from GiveDirectly.
Since I received my transfer alot has changed positively, I can pay my kids school fees and put food on my table
What did you spend your most recent transfer(s) on?
I spent my most recent transfer on my daughter hospital bills, I was able to pay my children school fees
Enrolled
access_time over 2 years ago
What does receiving this money mean to you?
I will use some of the money to support my cucumber and pepper farm; pay my children school fees and also start a business for my spouse.
What is the happiest part of your day?
My harvest yield was good and I have been able to pay my children school fees from the proceeds.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
I find it difficult to get money. I have to make farm and then ride commercial motorbike to get money.
