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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2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
264000 MWK ($337 USD)
access_time over 3 years ago
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How is your life different than it would have been if you never received the transfer?
Iam very happy. Previously I had no peace of mind due to poverty but now this transfer has brought sanity in my mind. I have all the basic necessities of life now.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
GiveDirectly is a pro poor organization that gives people choices to do with the transfer. The fact that GD does not dictate on what to do with the money makes it the best.
What did you spend your most recent transfer(s) on?
I spent the second transfer on buying iron sheets and mattresses for my children. The remaining money has been saved so that i be able to pay for labour when constructing the house which i intend to build.
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?
We were very happy to see the message on my phone because I never expect to get such a huge amount of money.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life since you started receiving payments from GiveDirectly.
We are very happy because we now eat proper meals
What did you spend your most recent transfer(s) on?
I bought 25 iron sheets, fertiliser, mattress and other things that I needed using the transfer received from give directly
Enrolled
access_time almost 4 years ago
What does receiving this money mean to you?
As you can see, I am currently leaving in a very small house. I have a big house which it's roof was damaged. The money will help me in buying iron sheets, cement to improve the floor of my house. I will also be able to buy beddings. I will also be able to buy food.
What is the happiest part of your day?
I am always happy when i find maize. Food is a basic necessity.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The main challenge is lack of food which makes us to go on an empty stomach most of the days. My house was also destroyed due to heavy rains.
