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.
Learn more about how recipients opt in to share their stories.
There will be no further updates from this completed recipient.
2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
264000 MWK ($338 USD)
access_time over 3 years ago
check
How is your life different than it would have been if you never received the transfer?
If I did not receive this money I would have been very sad for a long time because I would have been comparing my house with other people.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
GiveDirectly did a very good job in our village. A lot of families have been assited. Most families are independent and they are able to buy food and fix their homes and now they live in very nice houses.
What did you spend your most recent transfer(s) on?
I used the money to buy iron sheets, timber, firewood. I also saved some of the money so that I can buy brick to build a house. I also bought clothes for my children and kitchen utensils.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
271500 MWK ($352 USD)
access_time almost 4 years ago
attach_money
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
It was simply the best feeling ever that is to receive such a huge sum of money for free. It is a gesture i cannot forget. It is unbelievable.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life since you started receiving payments from GiveDirectly.
My daily life has improved since i received this transfer. Iam now able to eat enough food in my household. The whole family can afford a smile because we are no longer desperate for food.
What did you spend your most recent transfer(s) on?
When i got my transfer from GiveDirectly i bought food in the form of maize. This is because it is the basic need that was urgent at that time. Secondly, i purchased some bags of cement, iron sheets and paint. I want to renovate my house when i get my last transfer next month. I also bought beddings and other household items.
Enrolled
access_time almost 4 years ago
What does receiving this money mean to you?
I am so happy to receive this money. I will use it to build a house, buy food and buy a descent sleeping place
What is the happiest part of your day?
I am so happy when i get food and eat with my family
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
